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Galapagos Safari Camp

Tented Camps

Galagpos Safari Camp: Explore Darwin's World in Style

The brainchild and passion project ofStephanie and Michael Mesdag, this camprecalls the style of a bush safari — but withan Ecuadorian twist.

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Why it's unique

Get to know the incredible islands that Darwin made famous at this tented camp evoking the safari spirit of Africa.

The camp consists of a main lodge, boasting floor-to-ceiling views of the coastline and outer islands, and nine secluded canvas tents. From this base, you will have a plethora of options for exploring Santa Cruz Island and its wildlife, including marine iguanas and giant land tortoises.

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Galapagos Safari Camp

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The stay

Galapagos Safari at a glance.

Type
Tented Camp
Ideal For
Family
Experience
Wildlife / Conservation
Geography
Mountain
Collection
Classic Safaris · Family Trips · Romantic Getaways · Off the Grid
When To Go
Year-round

Where it is

Galápagos Islands, Ecuador

Galapagos Safari Camp

Galapagos Islands

These volcanic Pacific islands have evoked mystery and intrigue for centuries. Uncover their rich biodiversity, shaped by millions of years of evolution.

How To Get There

The journey to the Galapagos Islands begins in either Quito or Guayaquil, with a 2-hour flight to the small airport on Baltra Island.

Flora & Fauna

Nearly 9,000 species are found on the islands and their surrounding waters, many of them endemic, from the the giant tortoise to the blue-footed booby bird.

Cultural Impact

From choosing tents over concrete to restoring a former cattle farm, they blend luxury eco-tourism with sustainable practices, while supporting local communities.

Journeys

Journeys built around Galapagos Safari.

Ecuador11 Days / 10 NightsGalápagos Islands in Safari Style
  1. Casa Gangotena
  2. Galapagos Safari Camp
  3. Hacienda Zuleta

Explore the unique wildlife of the Galapagos before relaxing at Hacienda Zuleta in Ecuador’s Andean foothills. This safari blends aquatic adventures with the charm of a 17th-century hacienda for an unforgettable journey.

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Ecuador8 Days / 7 NightsDarwin's Islands: A Galápagos Journey by Ship & In Camp
  1. Quito
  2. Galápagos Islands
  3. Galapagos Safari Camp

Eight days from the Andes to the archipelago. One night in Quito, four aboard the Hermes, the first ultra-luxury catamaran to sail the Galápagos, then two at a tented camp in the highlands of Santa Cruz. The islands by sea, then by land.

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