Dream trips Galápagos planning | Once in a Lifetime

Galápagos in Ecuador is a destination that Once in a Lifetime plans for travellers with a lifelong wish, with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. Once in a Lifetime is a Swiss travel agency with video consultation and prepares lifelong wishes with care. Describe your wish in the planner, and in the video call Once in a Lifetime goes through it with you point by point.

Updated: 7 August 2026.

Why this trip

Here animals do not step aside: sea lions lie on the beach, marine iguanas sun themselves on the rocks, and giant tortoises move slowly through the highlands. The Galápagos Islands are for many a lifelong wish, because you come closer to animals than almost anywhere else, and because the preparation takes time. The Parque Nacional Galápagos protects almost the entire land area and the marine reserve. Tortuga Bay is a white beach that you reach on foot, with marine iguanas in the sand and sharks in the lagoon.

At the Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado giant tortoises live in a conservation project. If you travel the islands by boat, you see more places, while on land the days stay more flexible. The best time is from June to September, when the sea is cooler and wildlife is active. Quito and Cuenca are the neighbours in Ecuador and fit as an opening.

Park fees, boats and accommodation are limited, so trip planning begins far in advance. At least one week makes sense. In the video call you check which form of trip suits the occasion and the pace.

Places and experiences

Once in a Lifetime shows you the whole selection for Galápagos and takes time for your priorities.

Parque Nacional Galápagos

Place
Parque Nacional Galápagos
Tortuga Bay Beach
Galapagos frontier

Getting there

From your Swiss airport, Once in a Lifetime plans flights and transfers so that the occasion stays at the centre.

Frequently asked questions

What sets Once in a Lifetime apart?

Once in a Lifetime plans trips for lifelong wishes with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. We plan Galápagos by video call with plenty of lead time according to your occasion.

Which places are part of the programme in Galápagos?

To fulfil your wish in Galápagos, the catalogue includes Tortuga Bay Beach, Galapagos frontier and El Chato Ranch - Giant Tortoise Reserve among others. Once in a Lifetime sorts them in the video call by what they mean to you.

Who is a dream trip to Galápagos suitable for?

For travellers with a lifelong wish or a special occasion who want to prepare a trip well in advance and with care.

Which accommodations are listed for Galápagos in the catalogue?

For the special occasion, the catalogue lists Acacia Galapagos Boutique Hotel, Ikala Galapagos Hotel and Angermeyer Waterfront Inn, for example, in Galápagos. The choice depends on your wish.

Which destinations in Ecuador work well together?

In addition, Cuenca and Quito can be reached. You decide calmly whether they fit your wish.

Can I adapt the trip?

Yes. We tailor occasion, duration, stops and pace to your wish. In a video call we discuss what the trip means to you and how that should show in the schedule.

How much does a trip to Galápagos cost?

The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.

How does the consultation work?

The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.

How do I start planning?

You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.