| Frequently Asked Questions about Galapagos |
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Dear Friend,
We present this information in hopes of answering all your questions to help you plan your trip to your desired destination and to make your stay there a memorable one. Our priority is to ensure your safety, enjoyment and to enhance your knowledge of our destinations and natural resources. Should your questions not be answered by our Frequently Asked Questions section, please don't hesitate to chat live with one of our representatives who will gladly answer any questions you may have. Welcome to the Quasar Expeditions experience! |
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- Air Transportation
- ATM’s
- Baggage
- Banks and Bank Hours
- Best Time to Visit Galapagos
- Booking and Pricing Information
- Climate
- Communications Facilities
- Currency
- Customs
- Documents Required
- Duration of Trip (recommended)
- Electricity
- Entrance Fee
- Flights to and from Galapagos
- Galapagos National Park
- Health/Medical/Diet
- Health
- Insurance
- Land Services
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Language
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Marine Currents
- Occupancy
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Payments on Board
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Shopping Hours
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Sierra Negra Excursion
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Smoking Policy
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Snorkeling
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Special Excursions
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Time Zone
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Tipping / Gratuities
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Upon Arrival
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Water Temperature
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What is not included
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What to Bring to your Trip
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What to bring to the Excursions
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS
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Recommended Readings
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Friends of the Galapagos
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FAQ's for Diving
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FAQ's for Naturalist
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General Recommendations
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Additional Recommendations
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| AIR TRANSPORTATION |
Please be sure to reconfirm your international flight 48 hours before departure. National flights are handled by Quasar Expeditions.
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| ATM's |
Automated Teller Machines can only be found on San Cristobal Island and on Santa Cruz Island. You will have access to an ATM only at the beginning and end of your cruise and once more during your cruise. Most ATM's accept international ATM cards. |
| BAGGAGE |
We recommend you take a soft sided bag to the Galapagos. You will only need the essentials in clothing and personal items and space is limited on board yachts. A duffel works best as it can be stored into a small drawer or closet. On flights to Galapagos you are allowed a maximum of 20 Kg (44 pounds) of luggage (excluding your hand-bag and carry on). |
| BANKS AND BANK HOURS |
Banks are open to the public from 9:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs. Most banks in Galapagos will allow you to make a transaction with your National bank. |
| BEST TIME TO VISIT GALAPAGOS |
| The Galapagos Islands can be visited during any time of the year. The warmest season is from December to May when you get the most hours of clear skies. Clear skies however do not guarantee the best wildlife viewing on the islands due to the intensity of the sun. If you are a diver, the best time to visit Galapagos is from June - November. During these months, the water temperature is the coldest but there are much better chances to see larger schools of hammerheads and even whale sharks. |
| BOOKING AND PRICING INFORMATION |
Our booking and pricing information allows you to see our rates as well as our booking and cancellation policies. Click here to open a PDF version of our Booking/Pricing policy. |
| CLIMATE |
The Galapagos Islands have a subtropical climate regulated by the cold Humboldt current and the warm El Nino current. Weather varies during the year. From December until May temperatures range from low 80°s to low 90°s (with possibilities of rain). From June to September temperatures vary from low 60°'s to high 70°'s. This is the garua season (mist in the mornings). From October until December temperatures range from 70°s to 80°' (dry season). |
| COMMUNICATION FACILITIES |
During your Galapagos Cruise, you can call home the day that you visit Puerto Ayora. Please check your boat's itinerary link to see on what day you will visit Puerto Ayora. |
| CURRENCY |
| The currency in Galapagos is the same as that of mainland Ecuador: the US Dollar. |
| CUSTOMS |
The Galapagos Islands does not have customs since there are no international airports. In the airport your personal luggage will receive a slight inspection for things like fruits or seeds that might be introduced to the islands. |
| DOCUMENTS REQUIRED |
According to Ecuadorian Immigration regulations, every foreign passenger entering the Country must have a passport with a time validity of at least 6 months from the day of arrival to Ecuador. |
