Do You Need Travel Insurance for the Galápagos?
A Galápagos insurance rule has been on the books since 2018 but is not enforced. What that means for 2027 trips, and the cover worth carrying anyway.
Galápagos National Park Entrance Fee and Entry Rules
Foreign adults pay $200 to enter the Galápagos, plus $20 for the Transit Control Card. Who pays less, how to pay, and the other entry rules.
Galápagos Cruise vs Land-Based Island Hopping
A cruise reaches the remote islands; island hopping costs about half as much. How to choose on cost, wildlife, seasickness and comfort.
How Much Does a Galápagos Cruise Cost?
From $3,000 tourist-class yachts to $12,000+ luxury ships: what a Galápagos cruise costs per person, and what moves the price.
Galápagos Trip Cost for Two: All-In Budget
Flights, park fees, cruise or hotels, tips and extras: the real all-in cost of a Galápagos trip for two, with three sample budgets.