The standard cruise experience hasn’t changed, but tourist preferences have. New Yoga, Biking and Photography land tours cater to the new breed of Galapagos traveler.

(TRAVPR.COM) ECUADOR - January 24th, 2015 - Cruise tourism numbers in the Galapagos has stayed steady in recent years, however more and more visitors are opting for land tours. These travelers are learning there is much more to see and do in the Galapagos than what a typical cruise package entails.

When Galakiwi began running land-based tours in the Galapagos 10 years ago, it was a novelty. Today, Galakiwi is running land-tours every week of the year, bringing visitors to see the amazing wildlife of the Galapagos, but also showing them the cultural and human side of the islands.

Many visitors prefer land tours as they spend only a few hours on boats, while offering more opportunities to get active compared to a cruise vacation. The majority of land-based travelers also find the relative freedom of land tours most appealing.

The flexibility of land tours in the Galapagos has enabled people to visit the islands on their own terms. Visitors can now pursue their own passion and hobbies while on vacation in the Galapagos.

Photographers can now enjoy a slowed-down custom itinerary with Galakiwi, which features daily instructions from a National Geographic photographer and plenty of free time to shoot the islands, all at their own pace.

Yogis will appreciate an adventurous Galakiwi Yoga tour, geared towards visitors who desire a Galapagos vacation that helps heal their mind, body and spirit.

Cyclists and adrenaline junkies will get more than enough of a workout on the newest Galakiwi tour – Biking the Galapagos Islands.

Every traveler has their own preferences, so to push everyone into the same cruise options isn’t an ideal experience for many Galapagos visitors. Over the years, Galakiwi has seen a shift in traveler preferences. The wildlife is always a big highlight, but now there are more options for what to do when you’re not hanging out with sea lions and giant tortoises.

For more information on these speciality Galapagos tours, visit www.galakiwi.com or check the links below.

Galapagos Photography Tour:

14 days, $6999USD per person

www.galakiwi.com/galapagos-island-tours/photography-workshop

Galapagos Yoga Tour:

12 days, $5545USD per person

www.galakiwi.com/galapagos-island-tours/galapagos-yoga-tour

Galapagos Bike Tour:

10 days, $4795USD per person

www.galakiwi.com/galapagos-island-tours/galapagos-bike-tour

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About Galakiwi

Based on San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos, Galakiwi has been a leader in operating unique land-based adventure tours for the past 10 years. With an emphasis on green travel, Galakiwi tours include a mix of active adventures, wildlife discovery and cultural appreciation. Visit Galakiwi at: www.galakiwi.com

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