An Incentive in Galapagos & Ecuador

INCENTIVE PROGRAM # 2 (GALAPAGOS 5 DAYS)

DAY 01 (Saturday)

Your first day in Ecuador. Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be met by FlashTravel's bilingual staff and transferred to an elegant five-star hotel. In the evening, you will be our guest at a welcoming cocktail with exotic drinks, gifts, and Ecuadorian charm. There will be a bouquet of fresh flowers in your room for your first night at the Equator.

DAY 02 Quito/Baltra (Galapagos Islands)

After a delicious buffet breakfast at your hotel, you will be taken to the airport for your 8:30 AM flight to the Galapagos Islands. The cruises of your lifetime on board the islands' most attractive yacht. You will be provided with ID tags with your own logo for your luggage. At lunch in Baltra Island, a bilingual naturalist will lead you to the dock where the adventure begins. Surprise! The yacht features the company's flag. In the afternoon, a visit to North Seymour walking among sea lions, land iguanas, and frigate birds will introduce you to the mysteries of evolution.

DAY 03 AM: Bartholomew Island / PM: Puerto Egas, Santiago Island

A tiny island of just 1.2 sqkm2, provides spectacular views of the Archipelago. Bartholomew is also a must for the visitor interested in geology. The endemic Galapagos Penguin is common in the bay area. Snorkelling, swimming and relaxing is possible here. Puerto Egas was settled in the 20’s by Norwegians, who attempted to establish fishing and a salt factory. The island is currently uninhabited. Several species of land birds In my favourite visitor site, includes 10 species of the Darwin Finches as well as the Galapagos Hawk. This is the best site in the Archipelago to watch the Galapagos Fur Seal. Snorkelling and swimming.

DAY 04 Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island PM: Punta Vicente Roca, Isabella Island

Fernandina is the westernmost island of the Archipelago. The colossal shield of the still active volcano La Cumbre reaches 1,494 m. Impressive Island with a variety of wildlife as well as volcanic features. Punta Espinoza at the northeast coast is the only area open to visitors. Harbours one of the largest communities of Marine Iguanas, as well as Californian Sea Lions and Galapagos Flightless Cormorants.

DAY 05 AM: Ochoa Beach, Isla San Cristobal

Free time to walk on the beach. You can do snorkelling. Beautiful beach for swimming, sea anemones, beach vegetation, sea birds, seashore birds lagoon birds, mangrove trees. At night, there will be a warm farewell Celebration featuring your company's cake especially designed for you. In the evening, you will be our guest at the unique national folklore jacchigua ballet at the Theater of the Culture House. Then, you will be taken to a colonial dinner in the historical downtown section of Quito.

DAY 06 Otavalo Indian Market Adventure

Traveling north from Quito, through spectacular mountain landscapes and the lush tapestry of fertile farmland, you will reach the valley of Otavalo, home of the most prosperous ethnic group of America. This will be your opportunity to shop for everything from bread-dough figures to woodcarvings, hand-woven textiles, and leather goods. This is Ecuador's most popular arts and crafts market. You will be given a typical woolen shoulder bag and a famous Otavalo hat as souvenirs. Lunch will be served at a local hacienda. Back in Quito, dinner will be served at one of the most prestigious restaurants in Quito. The rest of the evening is open to suggestions...

DAY 07 Quito and its art galleries

During the morning, your guide will take you to South America's most famous art galleries to help you find that special handicraft article or piece of jewelry you want to take home. The afternoon is free but at night the big surprise is at the colonial San Diego monastery: a farewell dinner in an incredible museum, with a folklore show and a gourmet meal you will never forget.

DAY 08 Back home.

After your buffet breakfast, our well-trained staff will take you to the airport so that you can board the plane right away.

Galapagos itinerary is subject to change, this is just one example based on itinerary of Galapagos Explorer II

Programs include:

Accommodations in double rooms at five-star (/Super premium / 5 stars Branded) hotels in Quito
Every day buffet breakfas
Full board cruise around the Galapagos Islands
All listed meals, parties will be quoted separately
Incentive gifts at your choice (please check price list)
Fully bilingual senior guides
Naturalist guide in Galapagos / Dive master upon request
Private transportation on new air-conditioned busses
Soft drinks on board our vehicles while touring
Your logo on all vehicles touring around continental Ecuador

Please ask for a free Quotation based on your needs.