Pikaia Lodge

5-Star Luxury Galapagos Lodge★★★★★

The Pikaia Lodge Galapagos tour promises a new concept in luxury eco-adventure. Situated in the heart of the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, the lodge is perched atop of two extinct volcanic craters with stunning panoramic views. The lodge sits over 31 hectares including its own private wild giant tortoise reserve. From the magnificent pool suite to balcony, garden and terrace rooms, breath taking scenery surrounds each exquisitely designed, spacious accommodation.

Pikaia Lodge Galapagos tours are land-based, visiting a variety of visitor sites across multiple islands. These are centrally located and easily accessible, and are teeming with wildlife. Guests enjoy personalized attention and delicious food both on the yacht and at the lodge, and exploration tours are optimized for minimal navigation times aboard the fabulous yacht M/Y Pikaia I. Highly knowledgeable naturalists accompany guests on all beach, marine and island visits to ensure you get the maximum from your trip. Between visits on the yacht, guests may relax in private air-conditioned cabins with ensuite bathrooms. Both aboard, and back in the lodge, high attention to detail and privacy lead to a comfortable, relaxing and completely unique experience.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

Accommodation

Private Transfers in and out in the Galapagos Islands with VIP Lounge service at Galapagos airport

Land Excursions and Marine navigations aboard our private yacht, M/Y Pikaia I

All meals including house wine and local beer as well as non-alcoholic drinks

Bilingual naturalist tour guide

The use of sport equipment, such as wet suits, snorkeling equipment, mountain bikes and helmets

Not Included

Ecuador mainland - Galapagos - Ecuador mainland Flights

INGALA transit card: USD $20 per person

Galapagos National Park fee: USD $200 per person

Tips

Spa Treatments

Tour Dates

This tour is available to start on any day throughout the year, subject to availability

Itineraries & Activities at Pikaia Lodge

Pikaia Lodge Galapagos tours, or ‘exploration packages’ are personalized to individual preferences and desires. The all-inclusive exploration packages can be run on any start date, offering maximum flexibility to guests. Visitors to Pikaia Lodge spend their days aboard the yacht, or relaxing with the wonderful facilities of the lodge itself, while nights are all spent at the lodge. This, along with the stability of the yacht helps with avoiding sea sickness.

Pikaia Lodge Galapagos land-based tours may visit a number of different islands, centrally located in the archipelago. This keeps travel times short, allowing passengers to get the most from their visit. Islands/Galapagos visitor sites that may be included in the itinerary are Santa Cruz Island (where Pikaia Lodge itself is located), Bartolome, Chinese Hat, Sullivan Bay, Plazas, Santa Fe, North Seymour, Cerro Dragon and Eden, Mosquera and Bachas Beach. At these locations there is a chance to experience, photograph and enjoy an extensive range of Galapagos bird and animal life, including giant tortoise, sea lion, land iguana, marine iguana, Galapagos penguin, frigate birds, blue footed booby, Darwin’s finches, pelicans and much more. While snorkeling or swimming, the underwater world opens up and guests find themselves immersed in a tropical fish tank, with chances to see sharks and rays too. Aside from the water-based activities, guests can enjoy guided walks at the visitor sites.

Some of the main Activities at Pikaia Lodge

Depending on the season, highlights of a Pikaia Lodge exploration package may include:

Photographing and observing giant tortoises as they crash around the Santa Cruz highlands reserve.

Enjoying the comical mating dance and rituals of blue footed boobies on North Seymour Island.

Snorkeling with the playful sea lions which can happen at various Galapagos visitor sites.

Gasping at the iconic ‘Master and Commander’ scenery, overlooking Pinnacle Rock at Bartolome Island.

Experiencing and photographing volcanic formations and watching how the wildlife has adapted to make this home.

Relaxing on splendid, paradise beaches of a variety of colors, on any number of Galapagos Islands.

While aboard the yacht, the level of comfort is exemplary and unparalleled in the archipelago. Guests have their own private cabin with ensuite room for freshening up and relaxing on the boat. Alternatively, passengers may kick back in the hot tub or on the partially covered sun deck with its wet bar serving refreshing drinks. Breakfasts and lunches are served aboard in a buffet-style, providing tasty meals for all. Back at the Pikaia Lodge, a guest’s every need is catered for.

An outstanding level of personalized service is offered at the lodge, which is located with a stunning backdrop of the Santa Cruz highlands. With its own giant tortoise reserve, guests may experience these gentle giants within the 31 hectares of the site. All rooms have breathtaking views over the highlands and beyond, and some feature spacious balconies, terraces and gardens. There is also a pool room with its own plunge pool for cooling down on sunnier days. During relaxation time, guests may visit the infinity pool with its jaw-dropping panorama beyond, or pamper themselves within in the serenity of the Sumaq Spa. There are also lounges, a bar and the Evolution Restaurant for visitor enjoyment and relaxation.

Contact us and get discounted prices for Pikaia Lodge Galapagos Trips

4 Days 5 Days 6 Days 8 Days

Terrace Rooms (2024 Prices)
$5,025 $6,700 $8,370 $11,720

Balcony Rooms (2024 Prices)
$5,295 $7,050 $8,810 $12,335

Garden Suite (2024 Prices)
$5,760 $7,675 $9,600 $13,430

Children under 16 yo rates (2024 Prices)
$3,300 $4,400 $5,500 $7,700

	4 Days	5 Days	6 Days	8 Days
Terrace Rooms (2024 Prices)	$5,025	$6,700	$8,370	$11,720
Balcony Rooms (2024 Prices)	$5,295	$7,050	$8,810	$12,335
Garden Suite (2024 Prices)	$5,760	$7,675	$9,600	$13,430
Children under 16 yo rates (2024 Prices)	$3,300	$4,400	$5,500	$7,700

*Rates per person based on double occupancy
*Pikaia Lodge rates are subject to 10% service charge, all other taxes are already included in prices listed

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