Galápagos SUP & Snorkel Safari

 

Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime?

ABOUT THIS TRIP

Join us for an extraordinary week of stand-up paddle boarding, snorkelling and wildlife encounters in the breathtaking Galápagos Islands. Glide across crystal-clear waters alongside playful sea lions and graceful sea turtles, snorkel with rays, reef sharks, and marine iguanas, and hike volcanic landscapes teeming with iconic wildlife—think blue-footed boobies, Darwin’s finches, and giant tortoises.

This SUP and Snorkel Safari is your chance to turn a bucketlist dream into reality. You’ll discover the wonders of the Galápagos with a crew of like-minded explorers, all guided by a certified Galápagos Naturalist and experienced Tour Leaders and SUP hosts who bring the journey to life.

This trip is designed for active paddlers who are confident on a SUP in exposed water conditions and comfortable snorkelling in the ocean without assistance.

We can’t wait for you to join us!

STYLE/VIBE OF THE TRIP: 
“I’m ready to embrace my inner David Attenborough - get me to the wildlife!”
”I am ready for a bucketlist ocean adventure!”
”I want to be a mermaid for a week…”

SUP & FITNESS LEVEL
(She SUPs trips range from Level 0-4 in Fitness Level):

Level 3/4: A considerate level of fitness is required to enjoy this highly active trip. We will have 3 paddles, one will be 8-10km in length and all paddles will be in ‘exposed water’ environments (i.e. areas exposed to wind and swell). We will be snorkelling for 50% of the time on the trip, so you must be a confident with swimming and snorkelling in the ocean prior to attending this trip.

TRIP DATES

Trip 1: 30th March - 5th April 2027 - SUP & Snorkel Safari

Trip 2: 8th April - 14th April 2027 - SUP & Snorkel Safari

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“Best holiday of my life! So much wildlife and fulfilling experiences that I don’t have words for. The hosts made everything easy, so we got to simply enjoy our time. I loved all of the accommodation and felt safe and welcome in a country that is so very different to my every day life.”
— She SUPS Guest 2026

What will my day to day look like?

While we don’t publicly share the itinerary online as this is such a unique custom designed itinerary (the only one of it’s kind!) this trip is made up for 50% snorkelling and 50% SUP, so expect to be in or on the water every single day!! We’ll start every day with a group breakfast at a local restaurant (included) and then be transported by open sided bus, small plane or private boat charter to one of the incredible activities below:

  • SUP along the coast to nearby island to snorkel with sea lions (approximately 8 km - includes support boat, towel and drinks)

  • Scenic flight to Isabela Island - see the Galapagos Archipelago from the air!

  • SUP through a group of islets in search of penguins and enjoy snorkelling in a protected lagoon

  • Hike an active volcano

  • Stop to see the famous Pink Flamingos and Waders

  • Private charter boat day, snorkelling and exploring a maze of incredible lava rock formations in search of sharks, sea horses, penguins, sea turtles, sea lions and many fish species

  • Full day boat adventure to snorkel with rays, turtles, sea lions (and maybe hammerhead sharks)

  • Explore one of the most spectacular white sand beaches in the Galapagos

Each evening you’ll have some downtime to reflect on your photos from the day, swim at a local beach in town, head for sunset cocktails with your new SUP friends and then finally meet the group for dinner at a local restaurant.

What kind of paddleboarding can I expect?

The SUP experiences on this trip are not about travelling great distances. They are all about leveraging our SUPs as vessels to have unique and close-up wildlife encounters that you will not find anywhere else in the world… it’s truly a SUP Safari! Ensure your camera is in a water proof case as you’re going to be wanting to use it all of the time during these paddles!!

Our paddles in the Galapagos are all varied in terms of conditions and locations, however one thing to note is that the majority of these paddles take place in ‘exposed water’ conditions (i.e. exposed to wind and swell). Therefore the water will not be flat like a river, it is likely to have some movement to it and experience in paddling exposed water environments will support you on this trip.

Compared to other international She SUPs adventures, many of the paddles on this trip are limited in terms of distance due to the strict permit requirements within the Galapagos. We are one of the ONLY SUP trips in the region and therefore our routes are authorised (a year in advance) by the National Parks Authority in order for us to run this trip. On our SUP and Snorkel Safari, we have one paddle of up to 10km scheduled, but the two other paddles are smaller 2-3km adventures. While the paddle distances may not be huge (in km’s), they are HUGE in WOW factor.

What kind of snorkelling can I expect?

This trip is made up of 50% snorkelling, so we will have many different snorkel experiences with all sorts of animals from playful sea lions to majestic hammer head sharks (if we’re lucky!). Some snorkel spots are close to shore, others will involve a full-day boat charter where we are taken to some iconic snorkel and dive spots out in the ocean. You should be confident snorkelling for 1 hour at a time before joining this trip and you must be a confident swimmer. Snorkel gear and wetsuits are provided so no need to bring your own.

“The Galapagos is one of the most special places in earth. If you like being on and in the water (SUP and snorkel) and hanging out with like minded adventurous women, this is the trip for you.”
— She SUPs guest 2026

What’s included?

  • Six nights accommodation at central oceanfront hotel

  • A 7-day multi-activity custom itinerary, exclusively designed for She SUPs

  • Breakfast, snacks, and lunch each day

  • Airport transfers within Galapagos

  • All equipment for SUP activities

  • Snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel, fins - for those who need it)

  • Support vessel for longer SUP mission

  • Boat charter day to snorkel around amazing volcanic lava formations

  • Boat charter day to snorkel at one of the most renowned dive sites in the archipelago

  • Snorkelling expeditions to numerous remote locations

  • Hiking adventure to active volcano

  • Visit to tortoise breeding centre

  • Two scenic inter island flights

  • All transfers on the island

  • Local Galápagos Naturalist Guide, Tour Leader and She SUPs host

  • Pre organised Galápagos Transit Control Card

  • Video/photo package

Investment:

Triple shared room: $4,250 USD (only 3 spots available - 1 room)

Double room: $4,350 USD

Private room: $4,550 USD

Payments for this trip will be made via our WeTravel link, which allows you to pay in AUD and it exchanges into USD. The WeTravel platform will break down the investment into three payments, the payment deadlines are as follows:
> Upon booking : $1000 USD non-refundable deposit
> 30 August: $2000 USD 
> 31 October: Remaining Balance

Not included:

  • All evening meals - we keep evening meals seperate from this package as it allows more flexibility with meal choices and budget (options ranging between $6-$30 USD)

  • International flights to and from Ecuador

  • One night's stay in Ecuador before the trip begins (we recommend arriving at least a day early to let yourself adjust to the timezone)

  • Domestic flights to and from San Cristobal, Galápagos to start the trip (we will advise which flights to book)

  • Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee ($200USD per person payable at airport upon arrival)

  • Spending money for souvenirs etc

  • Personal Comprehensive Travel Insurance - this is mandatory.

How To Book

Bookings for this trip will be made via WeTravel (see widget below). You will be required to pay a $1000 USD non-refundable deposit to secure your spot. The remainder of the trip will be payable in two-parts.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • That’s perfect!! She SUPs trips and retreats are designed with single travellers in mind and we actually ENCOURAGE single travellers to book in alone rather than finding a friend to bring as you’re likely to get way more out of the trip. 90% of our attendees book in without knowing anyone. We guarantee that within the safe supportive environment that She SUPs cultivates, by the end of the weekend you’ll leave having had an awesome time with some new water-loving friends!

    If you wish to travel with a friend, please note we do not allow friend groups of more than 3 people to attend our trips.

  • To make it easier to understand what’s in store for a trip, we rate our trips on a 0-4 Fitness Rating.

    This trip is a level 3/4 rated trip as it’s a very active trip featuring SUP, snorkelling, swimming and a walk up a volcano.

    Please note: paddles are conducted in ‘exposed water’ locations, which means there may be wind and swell present. You should have experience in this before joining the trip.

    Snorkelling makes up 50% of this trip, so you should be a confident swimmer and know how to snorkel prior to joining this trip.

  • To make it easier to understand what’s in store for a trip, we rate our trips on a 0-4 SUP Ability Rating.

    This trip is a Level 3 - Intermediate Paddlers due to our paddles being conducted in exposed water locations where paddlers may experience wind and swell. We also have one paddle day with a distance of up to 10km.

  • With all outdoor based trips and retreats, the final itinerary is always weather dependent. The weather forecast will be monitored daily (and in many circumstances hourly) by your instructors, and our itinerary will be adjusted each day to make the most of the forecast.

    We ask you to understand that we cannot offer a refund if the itinerary is different to your expectations or any itineraries referenced on the She SUPs website.

    If we need to change an activity due to the weather or other forces outside of our control, you can guarantee that our team will be working hard to ensure you still have an action-packed weekend.

  • She SUPs Trips are open to all women (and non-binary individuals) over the age of 18. Typically most guests are between the ages of 25 - 70, but there is no maximum age limit.

    When we’re out exploring on our trips, age becomes irrelevant as the whole group always bonds over their shared experiences and love of the outdoors regardless of the year they were born!

  • We will share this information with you upon booking. The trip will commence on San Cristobal Island. Everyone on this trip should aim to book the recommended flight on the morning of the 30th March 2027 to ensure everyone arrives at the same time and we can maximise the day.

    Please note: past She SUPs guests have recommended using a travel agent to book your international flights due to the many interconnecting flights required to reach this destination. An example journey would be:

    Sydney > Santiago, Chile

    Santiago > Lima, Peru

    Lima > Quito, Ecuador

    Quito > San Cristobal, Galapagos

    Past guests have found having a travel agent’s support has been invaluable when something goes wrong on this journey (i.e. missing a connection), and a travel agent can easily assist with flight changes.

  • Many previous She SUPs guests have used this journey to explore more of South America, with many spending time in Ecuador, Peru or Chile before the trip.

    We recommend that all adventurers arrive at least a day early in Ecuador before this trip, to prevent delays but also help you cope with the jet lag!!

    Upon booking we can share recommendations of where to stay and what to do while in Ecuador.

  • She SUPs aims to offer a mix of shared and private rooms on each trip.

    Many light sleepers or snorers choose to book a private room.

    We offer shared rooms as a way of making trips more affordable and accessible to all. All shared rooms feature individual beds for each individual so you will never be required to a share a bed.

    For many women, sharing a room with others is a new experience (or something they haven’t experienced since their teens!) But fear not, 9 times out of 10, it’s absolutely fine as an adult too.

    If you’re a light sleeper and sharing a room, please let us know before arrival so we are aware. You host will have ear plugs in case of snorers, and we advise that you bring anything else that may help you sleep better such as your favourite pillow, an eye mask, a heat pack, lavender oil, chamomile tea etc.

    After hosting hundreds of women on our trips, we have found that some guests don’t sleep very well on the first night as they are often subconsciously apprehensive about the weekend. But once they relax into the retreat and we’re keeping active every day, they sleep soundly every night! Please keep your host notified of your sleep patterns if you’re not getting much sleep. There will be plenty of nap opportunities during the day time too.

  • Allergies and intolerances will be passed onto our Galapagos team however please note, options may be limited. If you have complex dietary requirements, we recommend speaking to the She SUPs team PRIOR to booking your spot to ensure we can cater for you. Contact: hello@shesups.com.au.

    We do not have control over restaurants or cafes we visit during the trip, so please inform waitstaff of your allergies and intolerances at the time of visiting.

  • Comprehensive travel insurance is compulsory for this trip, so your travel insurance should cover you if you need to cancel for illness or other reasons.

    We will be sharing full cancellation terms and conditions for this trip upon booking.