Galapagos Islands cruises FAQ

What is the best time of year to travel to Galapagos?
 

There is not "best time" to visit the islands as there is an abundance of unique flora and fauna year round.

However, it is warmer and may be wet between December and April, and cooler from June until November (the "garua" season).

During the garua season, so called because of a fine mist (garua) that falls constantly at this time of year, the vegetation in the highland areas is lush and green.

The sea is generally also calmer during the warm season.

The one endemic species that is absent for a part of the year is the Waved Albatross.

You will find the albatross on Española Island between May and December.

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