Galapagos Multi-sport

Our adventures are built for small groups, with a maximum of 12 travellers on each guided tour. Each group is diverse, comprised of men and women of many different nationalities and ages. By travelling in small groups we leave minimal ecological impact, cause less disruption to the native life and are able to gain a better appreciation for our surroundings. Small numbers also allow greater flexibility and spontaneity: a dinner in a local home, an impromptu village wedding invite and any such experiences that can become among the most memorable experiences of your BikeHike adventure.

We understand that people come in many fitness levels, so we've graded our trips accordingly. There are four difficulty levels on our trips: Easy, Moderate, Challenging, and Strenuous.

This is a “moderate” trip. These trips include 4-5 hours of physical activity throughout the day, with many breaks along the way.

BikeHike Adventures has been operating since 1994. This Galapagos trip has been one of our most popular trips for more than 10 years, and our guide there always gets outstanding reviews.

Also note that our trip development department spends long hours researching destinations, routes, ground operations and equipment. All itineraries are screened without clients before they are added to our growing repertoire of adventures. Nothing is untested.

Our travellers share a common love for outdoor adventure. Most are looking for a physical adventure in an unfamiliar destination. A typical trip is comprised of men and women and age on this trip is typically very wide ranging. While this trip attracts our typical travellers between 30-60, it is also a great trip for families of all ages and generations. We also do a number of customized Galapagos trips for families based on this itinerary.  

You will only be at high altitude when in Quito. The Galapagos Islands are at sea level.  If you plan on arriving a few days early to explore Quito, it is necessary to take precautions. It is important to take it easy for the first couple of days, drink plenty of fluids, and avoid the consumption of alcohol and heavy meals

We have prepared a packing list that you can download by clicking the link to the right on this page.

Quito. You can arrive anytime on day 1 of the trip and depart anytime on day 10.

This label just means that this trip is quite suitable for families, but anyone can book it. In fact, the listed group dates usually fill up with a good mix of couples, friends and singles. When families book with us, they usually choose to customize the trip and choose private dates. Our group dates over Christmas are typically the ones the fill up with families.

We have a variety of activities included on our 10-day Galapagos Multi-Sport Adventure. This trip is rated moderate, and although we have activities scheduled daily, there is plenty of time built in for relaxation. The main focus of the Galapagos trip is viewing the flora and fauna of the islands, but in an active manner. There is minimal driving on the Galapagos trip, but there are some boat trips.

We include all of the major equipment (i.e. sea kayaks, bicycles, snorkel equipment), you are only required to bring along your own personal gear. There is no experience necessary to participate in any of the activities on this tour. Our guides are instructors and will teach you the necessary skills to gain the most out of your adventure.

For the biking, there is a support vehicle available.

The Galapagos Islands doesn’t have availability for E-bikes at this time.

We consider our meals to be an essential ingredient to the success and authenticity of our trips. Most meals will be enjoyed in locally selected restaurants, so you'll have the opportunity to savour a wide variety of local cuisine. A sample meal is grilled fish, chicken or beef, served together with bean stew, salad and rice.

We cannot give official medical advice. We advise you to contact your nearest travel clinic for updated information on health requirements, because this information can and does change frequently. You should plan ahead for your inoculations, as some of them require 30 days to take affect. Some shots cause mild reactions (fatigue to mild fever and nausea) and may require more than one dose over a period of weeks.

A good website for current information is The Centre for Disease Control.

There are no visas required for people with a Canadian or American passport. For citizens of other countries please check your local embassy for updated information on entry requirements.

There is no "best" time of year to visit the Galapagos. It pretty much has the same weather year round. From October to June, expect clear skies, calm seas and mild winds. The temperature of the water is 26'C (79'F).  From July to September, the water temperatures are cooler and a little choppier due to the Humboldt Current, but nothing a wet suit doesn't solve. With the cooler waters, comes more marine life. 

There is Internet access on Santa Cruz and Quito. It is sometimes harder to get on Isabela Island.

It is a speedboat that travels between the two islands of Isabela and Santa Cruz. The trip is around 2.5-3 hours each way.  If you are prone to seasickness, make sure to bring some motion sickness pills with you on the trip. Alternatively, consider travelling during October-June when the water is warmer and the seas are calmer.

Many of our travellers (both men and women) join as singles. On average, BikeHike groups are 75% single travellers and 25% couples. Unlike many adventure travel companies, we don't charge single supplement fees to solo travellers. Instead, we pair you with another traveller of the same gender. If we can't find you a roommate, you get your own room at no additional charge. A single private room supplement fee is only required if you specifically request a confirmed private room for the duration of the trip. Learn more about solo travel with BikeHike. 

We will do our best to accommodate special dietary requests (e.g. vegetarian, gluten free, etc.), but ask that you please discuss your request with us when signing up for a trip.

This is a great trip for families of all ages and generations! We also do a number of customized Galapagos trips for families based on this itinerary. This trip is generally suitable for families that include strong children (eight and older) and active teenagers.