Galapagos Group Tours

The Galápagos Islands have two main seasons. The warm season (December-May) brings warmer waters, calmer seas, and some rainfall, great for snorkelling and diving. The cool season (June-November) is drier with cooler water temperatures but with brilliant wildlife activity, including penguin and sea lion sightings. Honestly? The Galápagos is incredible year-round!

We'd recommend tipping around 10% of the bill at restaurants and bars when you have had great service. Tipping your guide and boat crew is also very much appreciated, they work incredibly hard to make your experience unforgettable! Your Tru Leader will be able to advise you more on tipping customs when you are out there.

ATMs can be found on the main inhabited islands like Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal, but they can be unreliable and run out of cash. We'd strongly recommend bringing enough cash with you from the mainland (Ecuador uses the US Dollar) and getting a travel card before you leave for your trip (Monzo and Revolut are great options). Your Tru Leader will be able to help with any money questions on the ground!

Tap water is not safe to drink in the Galápagos Islands, so we'd recommend sticking to bottled or filtered water throughout your trip.

Yes! The Galápagos Islands are considered a very safe destination with low crime rates. As with anywhere, it's always good to be mindful of your belongings. Your Tru Leader will be on hand for any questions you might have on safety whilst you're out there!

Spanish is the official language spoken in the Galápagos Islands, as they are part of Ecuador. English is spoken in many tourist-facing settings, but learning a few words of Spanish always goes down well with the locals!