How Much Does It Cost to Visit Galapagos Islands?
Average daily budget: $3500-4000
What Galapagos Islands costs per day, by travel style. Most visitors stay 7-10 days. Local currency: USD (Ecuador uses the US Dollar).
Daily budget by travel style
Budget$150-200/day (land-based, shared rooms, local ferries)
Mid-range$350-600/day (small group cruise, basic cabin)
Luxury$1000+/day (private or luxury cruise)
National park entrance fee: $200 per person (paid on arrival, cash or card). Inter-island ferry: $30-35 one way. Budget cruise berths start around $2500 for 8 days.
Where to stay, by price level
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz$$
Main hub, most services, good for land-based trips, noisy at night near the waterfront
Puerto Villamil, Isabela$-$$
Quieter, more remote feel, excellent snorkelling nearby, limited food options
Live-aboard cruise$$$
Covers the outer islands, all-inclusive, far superior wildlife access, significant upfront cost