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Best time to visit

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Although the islands are fantastic all year round, the best time to visit Galapagos runs from December to May. The season offers lush vegetation, calmer waves, and warm, sunny weather with occasional rain. This period is perfect for snorkeling and exploring Galapagos wildlife. Just imagine yourself seeing fantastic manta rays, green turtles, and marine iguanas!

The dry season from June to November boasts active marine life and comfortable weather conditions. The drawback is a rougher sea. Extended rainfall is also prevalent, so pack an umbrella, just in case.

Generally, no matter when you visit the islands, they are spectacular. Just keep in mind that the government confines the number of tourists permitted on the Galapagos, so book in advance to be safe.

15 things to do in Galapagos Islands

Frigatebirds

March–April Nature

Genovesa and Cristobal are two magnificent islands where you can meet the extravagant frigate birds

Baby Sea Lions

August–December Nature

The Galapagos Islands are one the most famous places to observe baby sea lions

Best Diving Experience

June–November Activity

The Galapagos Islands offer you unforgettable diving experience both during wet and dry seasons

Lobsters Season

September–December Food

The Galapagos Islands is one of the best places on Earth for seafood epicures

Galapagos Flamingos Courtship Dances

July–August Nature

Experience the wonderful Galapagos flamingos dance during July-August period

Red Rock Crab

December–April Nature

Sally Lightfoot crabs known for their apparent ability to ‘walk on water’, and springtime sees hundreds of them scuttling along the seashore

Marine Iguanas

December–April Nature

The Galapagos Islands offer the possibility to observe one of the most beautiful reptiles in the world—marine iguanas who become more colourful in the breeding season

Whale Sharks

June –November Nature

June through November is a perfect time to see the unbelievable whale sharks on the Galapagos Islands

Waved Albatross

April–November Nature

The Española island is a fascinating and intriguing place for meeting the waved albatrosses

Green Turtles

December–March Nature

The Galapagos is the place where you can easily meet fantastic green turtles

Whale Watching

June–November Nature

Galapagos Islands are famous for their marine life and whales in particular

Galapagos Penguins

May–September Nature

The Bartolomé island is a unique place to meet and even swim with the Galapagos penguins

Blue-Footed Booby Performing its Mating Dance

March–April Nature

North Seymour island is one of the rare places where you can enjoy watching the blue-footed boobies

Hammerheads and Manta Season

December–May Nature

The Galapagos Islands warm season is a perfect time to see the hammerheads and mantas

Swimming and Snorkeling Season

December–April Activity

One of the most fascinating places for snorkeling welcomes you with spectacular underwater life in a natural setting, perfect visibility and comfortable temperature conditions

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