Galapagos tours are by far the best way to explore the Galapagos Islands. The following information will guide you as you plan a tour.

Decide when you want to go
The Galapagos Islands are a fantastic destination any time of year, and most Galapagos tours are offered year round. Low season typically runs during the month of May and from August-November, but there’s really no such thing as an off season.

Explore Galapagos tour options
There are a variety of ways to tour the Galapagos Islands. One of the most enjoyable is a Galapagos cruise. Cruises range from small, intimate motor yacht or sailboat tours to large ship expeditions. Tour operators and itineraries vary but for the majority of travelers, small-group cruises are by far the best way to experience the islands. Learn more about Galapagos Island cruises.

Another great way to explore the Galapagos Islands is from the seat of a kayak. Paddle your way around the Galapagos during the day, exploring small inlets, getting up close and personal with wildlife, and jumping off the side of the kayak to snorkel. Overnight on an intimate catamaran sailing from on point to another. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, check out Explorers' Corner kayaking voyage in the Galapagos Islands.

What you don’t want to miss
Galapagos flora and fauna is spectacular. Blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas and fur seals are just a few of the many animals you’ll encounter during a Galapagos tour. One of the islands’ biggest draws is the enigmatic Galapagos tortoise. The Galapagos is one of only two places in the world to see giant tortoises in their natural habitat.

Ready to plan your Galapagos tour?
Natural Habitat Adventures offers a Classic Galapagos Cruise year round and a Family Galapagos Adventure March-August. All you need to do is decide when you want to go. Both Galapagos tours provide a small-group, intimate experience and ample opportunities to encounter Galapagos flora and fauna—especially the Galapagos tortoise.