Galapagos Islands
This stunning archipelago is made up of 13 major islands, formed by enormous volcanic eruptions and only inhabited by humans less than 200 years ago. It is Darwin's living laboratory of evolution and provides unique opportunities for viewing wildlife at close range.
The Galapagos Islands have inspired botanists and nature-lovers alike. Charles Darwin visited in 1835 and declared "remarkable; it seems to be a little world within itself." The islands are made up of the tops of volcanoes and flourishing with endemic species. Such harsh conditions have forced rapid adaptation in the wildlife here, none more so than in the marine iguanas which had to take to the seas to survive, the only lizard to do so in the entire world.
The Galapagos National Park is dedicated to the preservation of this unique habitat and visits are carefully co-ordinated with fixed itineraries (licensed by the park authorities) for each boats so that the number of visitors at each site is carefully controlled. We offer a wide range of Galapagos cruises to suit all tastes and budgets, and which offer the best way of seeing the different islands.
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Ecuador14 Nights from £8,969€9,415$11,557
This tour includes the Amazon rainforest, a Galapagos cruise to experience the stunning friendly wildlife and an insight into the colonial charm of Quito, high in the mountain…
Ecuador19 Nights from £6,355€6,408$7,897
Experience close encounters with friendly wildlife on a Galapagos Islands cruise, discover fascinating cultures in the Amazon rainforest and admire awe-inspiring volcanoes in…
Ecuador14 Nights from £6,331€6,380$7,863
Visit mountain villages with local markets, travel along the Avenue of Volcanoes high in the Andes and enjoy a cruise in the Galapagos Islands observing the abundant friendly…
Ecuador13 Nights from £5,126€4,995$6,176
Close encounters with tame wildlife are a unique experience for youngsters to develop an appreciation of the natural world. Doing so with your family builds a bond and interes…
Ecuador9 Nights from £4,982€4,829$5,975
Explore Quito and cruise for 7-nights exploring the Galapagos Islands. Veloso Tours provides expert advice on the best ship and itinerary to perfectly fit your requirements
Ecuador12 Nights from £6,402€6,462$7,963
Combine the colonial splendour of Quito and the exuberance of the cloud forest with a deluxe island hopping experience in the enchanted islands of the Galapagos archipelago
Ecuador & Galapagos Islands & Peru & Bolivia & Brazil17 Nights from £5,761€5,725$7,065
Cruise the Galapagos Islands and explore the culture and Inca heritage of the Andean region. Opt to continue to Lake Titicaca, La Paz and Rio de Janeiro
Peru & Ecuador & Galapagos Islands17 Nights from £7,997€8,297$10,196
Cruise the Galapagos Islands for close encounters with friendly wildlife and be inspired by Andean landscapes, colonial heritage and ancient Inca civilisation
All the guides we had were excellent. We were contacted by phone twice by Veloso Tours' representatives who checked if we were satisfied and offered assistance if required.
We really enjoyed our holiday, especially with our guides: They take care of us, and made us feel special and welcome. Our trip went well and everyone was professional: Excellent services.
All the hotels were excellent: Good varied selection. All guides and transport were good. We were satisfied with everything.
Our guides were very good. Bethsheila Pinto in Cusco was very good and Maria Esther Segura in Quito excellent.
The entire journey was absolutely seamless and everyone turning up without hiccup. So far everything has worked like clockwork and our guides have been prompt, attentive and very knowledgeable.
All our guide were exceptional, sharing their enthusiasm and their knowledge of their countries. In Peru, Fernando and Henry were amazing and make our trip unforgettable.
All our guides were well qualified with excellent English, especially Fernando in Cusco and David on the Galapagos. Our trip was fascinating and we enjoyed every minute. Thank you.
Our holiday through Veloso was a real luxury tour for us. We felt safe at every moment and confident with our drivers. Guides were all efficient, helpful. It was a pleasure to spend time with them.
Our holiday was very satisfactory and exceeded our expectations. Guides were knowledgeable and the Galapagos Cruise was amazing.
We've always organized our own holiday. This was our 1st organized tour that we have been on – And we were completely satisfied with the organisation: Our expectations were more than satisfied!
From sea-going lizards to the dancing birds, get to know the extraordinary range of Galapagos animals and discover which made…
Some of the things you can expect when visiting the Galapagos and how to find the right boat for you.
There's always something special to see within the archipelago. Discover some of the natural highlights of the Galapagos, thr…
Learn about Charles Darwin's famed visit to the archipelago and how his legacy continues to play an integral part in the Gala…
Interested in visiting the Galapagos Islands and looking for more information? Get the lowdown with answers to seven of the m…
Eco-Resort in a privileged location outisde Puerto Ayora, offering a variety of excursions around the Galapagos Islands.
Enjoy the faultless service, delicious cuisine and stylish design, with plenty of wildlife encounters and activities.
Isabela II is a medium size luxury cruise ship for a maximum 40 passengers. All cabins are on the top deck, have large window…
Mary Anne is a 3 mast barquentine motor-sailing yacht in the square rigger tradition and with wood panelling, making her the…
Xperience is a luxury expedition, top of the range, yacht for a maximum of 48 passengers. The quality of service and faciliti…
M/Y Grace, named after her last owner, the Princess Grace of Monaco, is a representation of elegance, beauty and prestige. Th…
The M/S Evolution is a wonderful, medium size luxury yacht for a maximum of 32 guests in 16 cabins, beautifully finished deco…
The Tip Top III is a first class motor cruiser with 10 comfortable cabins for up to 16 passengers, an experienced crew, a com…
The Samba is a great, small yacht for a "close to the water" experience viewing the islands with up to 16 guests in small cab…
The Beagle is a small schooner for a true yachting experience cruising the Galapagos archipelago. The engine is used to fulfi…
The Anahi catamaran offers comfort, space and a serene, relaxing cruise. The yacht has ample space for relaxing on deck, a l…
Galaxy is a 35 meters, first class, fully air conditioned motor yacht offering 3, 4, 5 and 7 night cruises. There are 9 doubl…
A spacious and comfortable motor yacht with panoramic windows in the lounge and spacious deck space. Beluga accommodates a ma…
Ocean Spray offers exceptional comfort and service in a stylish, relaxed atmosphere. There is an outdoor seating area for "al…
The Seaman Journey is a comfortable catamaran with a lounge area with a bar, a dining room located on the main deck and a sun…
She accommodates up to 100 passengers in 57 spacious cabins, most with exterior portholes or windows. There are 5 Naturalist…
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