The SA Experience
We believe the best kind of travel awakens your curiosity. It broadens your perspective. It connects you to new people and cultures. It pushes the boundaries of your comfort zone and challenges you. It shapes you and brings meaning to your life. We know the desire to explore is within you - and at SA Expeditions, we want to help that explorer come alive... It's why we exist: To awaken the explorer in all of us...
Step 1:
Get Paired with a Destination Expert
- Call, chat or submit your trip preferences online.
- Firsthand knowledge and advice drawing on vast travel experience.
- Support from the moment you contact us until you return home.
Step 2:
Design a One of a Kind Trip
- Curate the precise touch, feel and comfort of your experience to fit your personal travel style.
- Receive tips and advice to prep for your trip.
- Travel worry-free at the pace and style you prefer.
Step 3:
Relax and Enjoy Your Unique Journey
- Sleep in vetted comfortable accommodations.
- Engage with local culture, community, cuisine, and more, accompanied by your expert guide.
- Receive check-ins from your Destination Expert ensuring quality experience.
Industry’s Top Destination Experts
Our Destination Experts are travelers first, journeying far and wide to explore our destinations firsthand in order to share their expertise with you. Read their stories and personal travel accounts for a peak into their nomadic lifestyles.
Unrivaled Personal Service
Our team of experts, both visible and behind the scenes, make each tailor-made trip a truly unique and memorable once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Learn what our travelers have to say about us.
“Our advisor was excellent during both the planning stages and the trip. She knew the best hotels and resorts, and the guides she chose for us were amazing. Everything she planned for us was exactly right for us and went seamlessly. We asked a lot questions and her advice and knowledge were always spot on! A pleasure to work with! I will never try to manage a big trip by myself again.”
FAQ's
Bring breathable layers, sunscreen, bug repellent, rain protection, and sturdy walking shoes. There is a limited bag-size restriction inside the citadel. For peace of mind, SA Expeditions securely stores larger bags at your Cusco hotel.
→ Check out our full packing guide.
Most Galapagos cruises offer Wi-Fi/Internet, but the quality and availability of the service may vary depending on the boat and the location.
LinkTest While some cruises offer free Wi-Fi, others may charge an additional fee or limit the usage to certain areas or times of the day. The internet speed may also be slower and less reliable compared to what you are used to in urban areas.
Though remember that one of the greatest joys of visiting the Galapagos Islands is disconnecting from technology and immersing yourself in the archipelago’s natural wonders. Embrace the opportunity to savor every moment and allow yourself to be fully present with your surroundings!
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- For U.S. and Canadian Citizens, you must have a passport that is valid 6 months beyond your day of departure from Ecuador. There is no tourist required for stays less than 90 days. - Travel insurance is required when visiting the Galapagos Islands. It is a condition of traveling with SA Expeditions that you have suitable travel insurance to safeguard against unexpected expenses related to trip cancelation or trip interruptions. See Terms & Conditions for more information. - Visitors to the Galapagos Islands must pay a national park entrance fee, which is currently $100 per person ($50 for those <11 years old). This can either be included in your package or paid upon arrival at the airport. - Upon arrival to the Galapagos, all travelers will be required to have a Transit Control Card (or Ingala Card), which will be included in your package and given to you in-person prior to your flight to the islands. - There are no specific vaccinations required to enter Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. However, the CDC recommends being up to date on routine vaccinations such as measles, mumps, rubella, and influenza. - There is no longer any COVID-19 vaccination nor test requirement to enter Ecuador or the Galapagos Islands. While COVID-related requirements are quickly evolving, all travelers will receive a pre-travel document with the most up to date information, as well as important details needed to prepare for a memorable and smooth journey.
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