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by ChrisRoss on Fri Nov 15, 2013 8:36 pm
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Hi all,

starting planning for a trip to the Galapagos & Ecuador, probably be Dec 2014 to Feb 2015 timeframe.  Was hoping people could share experiences with tours they have taken there.  Probably looking at a 7-10 night mid range trip, there is quite a confusing range of options out there.  Thanks in advance for any tips or recommendations.
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by E.J. Peiker on Fri Nov 15, 2013 8:44 pm
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by ChrisRoss on Fri Nov 15, 2013 11:50 pm
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Looks interesting but timing won't work, I plan to take my daughter along and need to travel during university breaks.
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by Bill Lockhart on Sat Nov 16, 2013 12:17 pm
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I used Audley Travel http://www.audleytravel.com/ out of the UK for my trip. You can read my entire review of the trip here: http://www.bill.lockharts.com/blog/ecua ... s-islands/

Scroll down to the end to see my ratings of accommodations and services provided.

Of course, you can do this yourself, but it will take a great deal of effort. Everything in a Galapagos tour is organized, it is difficult to break out of the pattern of providers, and travel agencies.
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by Hoppy on Sun Nov 17, 2013 2:09 am
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We went with Peregrine Adventures (Aussie Company) in 2006.  The Galapagos was in two parts and we did the second part (about 8 days from memory).  Fantastic trip with a great group.  Not really photographic oriented although sufficient for our needs.  Our guide was a bit average however this did not detract from a fantastic experience.

If the schedule fits it is certainly worth a look as virtually all Peregrine trips have been worthwhile.
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