Journey to the Galapagos Islands
February 11 - 21, 2025
x
Journey to the Galapagos Islands
February 11 - 21, 2025
Departure point
Key West, Florida, United States
11 Days
10 Nights
4,505 Nautical Miles
4 Countries
United States Colombia Ecuador Panama
Embark on an eleven-day self-flying adventure spanning over 4,505 nautical miles, navigating through Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama in your own airplane. Discover the Galapagos Islands, a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, where the Equator meets the Pacific. Enjoy luxurious accommodations, thrilling explorations, and encounters with some of the world’s most unique wildlife. Elevate your Journey with a perfect blend of flying and exploration of nature.
Aircraft Requirements
800 NM Minimum Range
Survival equipment
IFR Rating
Pressurized Aircraft
High Altitude Landing Limitations
Pilot Medical Certificate Limitations
Highlights of this journey
Cartagena, Colombia
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Cartagena's Walled City and see its colorful streets, restored mansions, and charming colonial architecture.
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Embark on a four-night cruise aboard the Cormorant II, a luxury vessel, with only 16 guests onboard in the Galapagos Islands. Enjoy intimate wildlife encounters on land and in the water, with guided nature walks and optional activities such as kayaking and snorkeling.
Panama City, Panama
Explore the wonders of the Panama Canal and the Miraflores Locks, immersing yourself in the rich history and engineering marvels of this iconic waterway. Experience the thrill of the new navigation simulator as you embark on a journey through one of the world's most important maritime passages.
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1-2
Key West, Florida, United States
The Marker ResortDay 2-4
Cartagena, Colombia
Sofitel Santa ClaraDay 4-5
San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Hotel IndigoDay 5-9
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Cormorant II Luxury YachtDay 9-11
Panama City, Panama
Sofitel Casco ViejoDay 11
Home
Scroll Down >
Key West, Florida, United States
Day 1-2: Tuesday, February 11 - Wednesday, February 12
Welcome to Key West! Air Journey staff will greet you at the The Marker Resort, a luxury beach harbor resort with tropical gardens, harbor views, and a seamless blend of laid-back living and elegant...
Read more...Cartagena, Colombia
Day 2-4: Wednesday, February 12 - Friday, February 14
Set out on an enthralling adventure as we pilot our way to Colombia, a nation renowned for its rich ethnic diversity. Our destination is Cartagena, an enchanting city suspended in time between the...
Read more...San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Day 4-5: Friday, February 14 - Saturday, February 15
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport as we fly to San Cristobal in the Galapagos Islands, making a brief technical stop in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Upon touchdown, a seamless transfer will...
Read more...Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Day 5-9: Saturday, February 15 - Wednesday, February 19
Embark on an unforgettable adventure aboard the Cormorant II yacht. After a short charter flight to Baltra we will be greeted by a Cormorant II staff member and transferred to the yacht. Settle in,...
Read more...Panama City, Panama
Day 9-11: Wednesday, February 19 - Friday, February 21
Upon retrieving our planes, we will fly to Panama, treating ourselves to a scenic approach to Panama City, where we will relish stunning views of the Panama Canal. Afterwards, we will transfer to...
Read more...Inclusions
x
What is a Single Supplement?
Our pricing is based on double occupancy. A single supplement is an additional fee that solo travelers must pay when booking accommodations, tours, and/or cruises designed for double occupancy. This fee covers the cost of the entire room or cabin, which would typically be shared by two people.
What is the Airplane Registration Fee?
Our Airplane Registration Fee covers administrative tasks such as obtaining permits, personalized flight planning, confirming fuel availability, parking, arranging with handlers, and weather updates. It includes a dedicated Journey Director for the group and flight briefings for each leg, ensuring peace of mind throughout your Journey. Please note: Aircraft fees are not included in our packages, as clients use their own aircraft with varying make/models. The fee solely covers Air Journey obtaining these items, not their actual cost.
The Price Per Person Includes
The Airplane Registration Fee Includes
- Usage of the Air Journey App
- Direct Foreflight Links for easy flight plan uploading into your personal Foreflight account
- International flight plans, routing, frequencies, nav-aids, reporting points, and more for each leg of your Journey
- Flight plans and eAPIS manifest outbound/inbound filed on your behalf
- Pilot briefing prior to every flying day
- Fuel availability confirmed along the route of flight
- Obtaining of permits, landing rights, overflight permits, handling arrangements
- Assistance with country entry forms (Caricom, CanPASS, etc)
- Confirmed parking and fuel along our route
- Planning for additional fuel stops if required
- Air Journey Goodies – each participant will receive a shirt embroidered with their name, aircraft make/model, and airplane’s tail number with the name of the Journey, a hat per person, and a bag per couple, as a souvenir of your flying adventure.
The Price Does Not Include
- Fees associated with your aircraft (fuel, handling fees, airport fees, permit fees, landing fees, departure taxes, etc.)
- Cost of obtaining passport, visas, or inoculations required for your Journey
- Optional activities
- Cocktails and Spirits are not included
- Lunch when not listed in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, room service, communication charges and other incidentals
- Commercial flight tickets when required
- Survival equipment rental (Air Journey has survival equipment available for rent. Contact Air Journey for more details +1(561)841-1551
- Travel Interruption and Cancellation Insurance (this is strongly recommended and not included in the package. Please contact us at +1 (561)841-1551 for more details.
We Think You May Also Like
37 Days / 36 Nights
10,530 NM
Highlights of South America
October 29 - December 04, 2024
Colombia - Ecuador - Peru - Bolivia - Argentina - Chile - Panama
10 Days / 9 Nights
2,885 NM
Ultimate Caribbean
January 12 - 21, 2025
Anguilla - Saint Lucia - Grenada
12 Days / 11 Nights
2,325 NM
Journey Through Mexico's Treasures
March 14 - 25, 2025
Mexico - United States
Testimonials
x
Payment schedule
Deposit per person required at time of booking
FOR ALL AIR JOURNEYS:
$500 PER PERSON
INITIAL PAYMENT REQUIRED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF BOOKING
FOR JOURNEYS LASTING LESS THAN 15 DAYS:
$2,000 PER PERSON + AIRPLANE REGISTRATION FEE
FOR JOURNEYS LASTING BETWEEN 15 - 40 DAYS: *AND OUR GALAPAGOS JOURNEYS
$4,500 PER PERSON + AIRPLANE REGISTRATION FEE
FOR JOURNEYS LASTING MORE THAN 40 DAYS:
$9,500 PER PERSON + AIRPLANE REGISTRATION FEE
Final payment due dates
FOR JOURNEYS LASTING 40 DAYS OR LESS:
90 DAYS PRIOR DEPARTURE
FOR JOURNEYS LASTING MORE THAN 40 DAYS:
120 DAYS PRIOR DEPARTURE
Cancellation policy
For Journeys Lasting 40 Days or Less
OUTSIDE OF 150 DAYS:
Deposit and initial payment are refundable, and AJ holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
BETWEEN 150 AND 90 DAYS:
AJ retains the deposit and the initial payment, and holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
BETWEEN 89 AND 60 DAYS:
AJ retains 50% of the Journey cost and holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
LESS THAN 60 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE:
AJ retains 100% of the Journey cost and holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
FOR JOURNEYS LASTING MORE THAN 40 DAYS
OUTSIDE OF 150 DAYS:
Deposit and initial payment are refundable, and AJ holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
BETWEEN 150 AND 120 DAYS:
AJ retains the deposit and the initial payment, and holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
BETWEEN 119 AND 90 DAYS:
AJ retains 50% of the Journey cost and holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
LESS THAN 90 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE:
AJ retains 100% of the Journey cost and holds the Airplane Registration Fee as a credit for 12 months from the client's cancellation date.
x
Ask us a question
Journey to the Galapagos Islands
February 11 - 21, 2025