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Galápagos Islands with kids
Swim with sea lions and walk past giant tortoises and blue-footed boobies.
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Which ages it suits
What children love
- Giant tortoises in the Santa Cruz highlands
- Snorkelling with sea lions
- Blue-footed boobies up close
- Kayaking with penguins off Isabela
Worth knowing
- Fly to Quito or Guayaquil, then on to the islands.
- There's a national park entry fee on arrival.
- Boat crossings between islands can be choppy.
What a week in Galápagos Islands costs a family
For two adults and two children aged 4 and 8, expect roughly £3,780 for return flights, £1,820 for a family room or apartment and £1,890 to spend in May, one of the best months to go. That's about £7,490 in all.
| Month | Season | Family of four, 7 nights |
|---|---|---|
| JanuaryBest | Busy | £8,394 |
| FebruaryBest | Busy | £8,394 |
| MarchBest | Busy | £8,394 |
| AprilBest | Busy | £8,394 |
| MayBest | Normal | £7,490 |
| JuneBest | Busy | £8,394 |
| July | Peak | £9,569 |
| August | Peakschool hols | £10,015 |
| September | Normal | £7,490 |
| October | Normal | £7,490 |
| November | Normal | £7,490 |
| DecemberBest | Peak | £9,569 |
Return flights from London. Short-haul airlines usually charge children the adult fare. A mid-range family room or apartment, plus food, local transport and days out. Prices go up in UK school holidays; August is counted as school holidays here. These are rough guides, not quotes. Plan your own holiday to see costs for your party, dates and holiday style, and add real prices as you find them.
When to go
The best months for Galápagos Islands are January, February, March, April, May, June and December. July, August and December are peak season, when prices are highest.
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