Charting the Galapagos Islands
Experience the beauty and unique ecosystems of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands!
Only ONE open space remaining!
Travel to Ecuador and experience the beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Visit sea lions along the shore, experience the diverse marine life while snorkeling, and enjoy an up-close encounter with giant tortoises in the wild! Discover the importance of the Charles Darwin Research Station, where Darwin formulated his theory of evolution. Explore twin craters, lava tunnels, and a regional market where locals offer a glimpse into traditional Andean culture.
Galapagos Island, Ecuador
Girls must know how to swim and be comfortable in the water. An interest in the protection and conservation of wildlife, marine life and the islands’ ecosystem is a plus.
July 25 - August 4, 2022
11-day program
You must be entering 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade – or have just graduated – to participate.
A packing list will be developed by the girls after acceptance.
A valid passport with an expiration date no less than 6 months past the day or your departure from Ecuador.
Program Fee: $5,025
Program Fee includes round-trip airfare from Norfolk, VA, all hotels, breakfasts and dinners, some lunches, all entry fees and sightseeing tours in itinerary, transportation, travel insurance, a tour director and local guides.
Program Fee does not include airfare to Norfolk, VA. You will have to provide your own transportation to Norfolk. Program fee does not include some lunches, tipping, and money for souvenirs. Suggested spending amounts will be given upon enrollment.
There is a $200 non-refundable deposit due to Girl Scouts of Colonial Coast upon acceptance. There is a non-refundable deposit of $95 due to EF Tours upon acceptance. (This total $295 deposit is included in your trip Program Fee, not in addition to it.)
Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast, in collaboration with EF Tours for Girl Scouts
http://www.gsccc.org/
Eileen Livick
gscccdestinations@gmail.com
(757) 681-9233
