If you are booking a ferry in the Galapagos, the most important thing to know is this: luggage is allowed on our ferries. For most travelers, the usual reference point is one suitcase up to 21 kg plus a small carry-on or backpack. If you bring extra luggage or special equipment, that can be handled…

If you only remember one number for ferry day in the Galapagos, make it this one: 45 minutes. That is the safest time to be at the pier before departure. It gives you room for luggage inspection, boarding, and the captain’s briefing without turning the whole morning into a waiting game. Check ferry schedules Book…

If you are deciding between a morning ferry and an afternoon ferry in the Galapagos, my short answer is this: morning usually feels a little more predictable, but it is not a magic calm-sea guarantee. That difference matters because a lot of travelers are not just choosing a time. They are choosing how stressful they…

Hey there! As someone who calls the Galapagos home, I get this question all the time: “How long is the boat ride from Ecuador?” Can you not get to an island by boat?

Arriving at Baltra Airport (GPS), also called Seymour Airport? This guide explains how to get to Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz in about 1 hour, plus what to do if you are taking a ferry next.