Life is Good in Ecuador

I can’t believe it’s been 5 years since I decided to open Galapagos Connoisseur. In these 5 years we have created unique tours and experiences to show our guests how good life is in Ecuador. I never wanted to create a generic travel company, instead I’ve always treated my guests like my friends, teaching them what is really important in our country and culture. That’s what travel and life is all about, and it will be a pleasure sharing it with you.

We get it, Galapagos is Ecuador's call to fame ....

We understand that the main reason for coming down to Ecuador is visiting the Galápagos Islands. I don’t blame you really. The Galapagos are a magical place that you cannot begin to understand unless you’ve experienced it first-hand. Nothing, and I mean nothing can prepare you for this trip of a lifetime. But…its confusing and overwhelming to find the perfect Galapagos cruise that will match your travel dates, budget and special requests. 

We make Galapagos trip planning easy for you

Galapagos trip planning is made simple with our three comfort options: 

Choose your preferred comfort level, let us know your travel date range and we will take care of everything for you…

Luxury Galapagos Cruises

Luxury Galapagos Cruises                                        

First-Class Galapagos Tours all the way

First-Class Galapagos Cruises       

Galapagos on a Budget

Budget-friendly Galapagos Cruises

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FIND, CHOOSE, AND BOOK YOUR GALAPAGOS CRUISE HERE

Food is good in Ecuador 

One of the best parts of traveling is tasting the local food. We have created 3 Foodie Tours for you to experience Ecuadorian cuisine like a true local
Cooking Class Experience Quito

Experience life as a Quiteño!                                 Explore the unique sights, smells, and tastes of one of the oldest and most traditional markets in Quito. Learn how to cook a local 3-course meal at a beautiful locale in Old Town Quito. Enjoy a delicious meal, great company, and, make new friends in Quito!

Foodie Tour Quito

Taste the 10 Famous Foods of Old Town Quito!        Go along with Andres (the owner) on a foodie scavenger hunt. Together we will explore Old Town Quito looking for and tasting the 10 Famous Foods. We are the only travel company that offers this experience.

Afternoon Coffee Tour Quito Chocolate Tasting Empanada Class

Vintage Quito is fun and tasty!                                Relive yesteryear Quito on our original and exclusive tour. Hunt down the best coffee in Quito, go for a chocolate tasting experience, taste the renowned Canelazo cocktail and learn how to make empanadas like a boss! 

PICKLEBALL is great in Ecuador

I LOVE Pickleball! 

I started playing back in 2023 and the rest is history. 

Many of my clients share my love for the sport and have asked if any tours could include some pickleball action. 

I always aim to please my clients and I couldn’t think of a better way to do this then to play a round of pickleball with them. We can all share a great time together, get some exercise, have some fun and play Pickleball on the Equator! 

Check out our Pickleball tour options … 

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Experience Pickleball in Quito                                            Do you love to play Pickleball? Trying to find Pickleball in Quito? Then you will have a blast on our Pickleball Tour in Quito! 

Meet the Quito Pickleball community on this exciting 1/2 day tour. Reserve a morning or afternoon during your Ecuador trip and have some fun with new friends, enhance your game and play Pickleball on the Equator! Get ready for some real fun in Quito! 

Tour Galapagos and play Pickleball                            We have created luxurious Galapagos + Pickleball travel packages for you to be able to experience the Galápagos Islands and keep up with your Pickleball obsession. 

We can arrange for you to play Pickleball in Quito, Galapagos and all around Ecuador. 

Its the best of both worlds really, you get to travel Ecuador and play Pickleball along the way. 

Extreme Pickleball Action + Hotsprings.                  Play Pickleball in the morning like a pro with the Quito Pickleball community. 

Post-games you will head to the Papallacta Hotsprings to recoup from the intense Pickleball action in the morning. 

Enjoy natural hot springs that will relax your muscles and entire body. Dive into the polar pool which will soothe and heal your body and soul .