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Happy Gringo - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

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Happy Gringo Tours, Galapagos Islands

Deciding on the best way to see the Galápagos Islands is a tricky decision. Unless you have a month or two to spare, you simply don’t have time to see everything there is to offer! So like us, you might find yourself asking the following questions:

• Should we take a cruise or a land based tour?
• If we go by cruise, what type of boat is best for us? (e.g. Catamaran, Motor Sailor, Yacht)
• Utilise a tour company or arrange it locally on arrival?
• If we use a company, which one?
• How do we decide which islands to visit in the archipelago?
• How long should we go for?
• How should we split our time between a cruise and independent excursions?
• What level of service should we go for? (E.g. Luxury, standard, basic)
• Which airports should we fly from and to? (e.g. Guayaquil or Quito to Baltra or San Cristobal)

Quite a list of questions, isn’t it? After exhausting many websites and guidebooks without making much progress, we decided that we would use a tour company to book a 5 day cruise, and then spend 4 days on our own exploring the islands independently. After some arduous research, we went with Happy Gringo tour operator, as they had options to suit all budgets.

In the end we opted for a 5 day cruise of the Eastern & Southern islands of the archipelago on a luxury catamaran, followed by 4 days of independent travel and were not disappointed! In terms of getting to the islands, we flew into San Cristobal from Guayaquil, and flew out of Baltra for Quito as we were travelling north through South America!

We chose the luxury catamaran as we were worried about sea sickness, with the Catamaran providing a smoother sailing experience around what can be quite choppy waters! It also had a capacity of 16 people, which was smaller than some of the other boats.So what were the facilities like, we hear you ask? Well, as we’d booked onto the luxury catamaran, we got a bit of luxury! We had our own private cabin with double bed and ensuite. Note the cabins are small, with just enough room for the bed and the ability to walk down one side of it. They were clean and comfortable, providing the bonus of sea view windows from your bed!All meals were of excellent quality and varied, served in a beautiful dining area. It was a buffet style meal, always with good salad options and vegetables, and a meat dish to go with it. Many of our meals came with a bowl of soup and dessert as well, and we were always full!

The best part of the boat for us was the upper deck where there was plenty of space to relax on sunbeds or simply enjoy the stunning views whilst sailing around the islands.We had many amazing moments on our Galápagos tour (as documented in our various articles), however there’s no doubt that the highlight was the incredible moment we witnessed a pod of over 200 dolphins swimming alongside our catamaran whilst cruising in the Galápagos waters.

Overall we had a fantastic trip to the Galápagos Islands and would highly recommend the knowledge and services of Happy Gringo to help you in making those important decisions and arrangements!

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Jacky made the whole cruise booking process simple and easy with clear communication. Payment was seamless and no hassle. She made all necessary arrangements for transfers and hotels too.

Date of experience : April 29, 2024

Amazing Customer Service!

It has been a pleasure working with Jacky on our upcoming customized family trip to Ecuador. She provided many amazing recommendations which lead to our finalized itinerary! Jacky was patient and accommodating with the many questions I had, and changes I asked for. Top notch customer service and an absolute pleasure to do business with. Highly recommended!

Date of experience : April 16, 2024

Gabriela sent a small spreadsheet with…

Gabriela sent a small spreadsheet with all the details so I could readily compare the different cruises she recommended. Other companies I contacted just send links back to their websites. We took her recommendation of the Monserrat and just discovered a friend returned from the same ship and had a fabulous time. She was very quick to respond to my emails and questions.

Date of experience : April 22, 2024

Reply from Happy Gringo Travel

Hi! Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that Gabriela provided you with a personalized and detailed spreadsheet. At Happy Gringo, we believe in providing transparent and comprehensive information to empower our travelers to make informed decisions. Thank you for choosing Happy Gringo, and we look forward to assisting you with more unforgettable journeys in the future!

Jonathan from Happy Gringo has been AMAZING…

Jonathan from Happy Gringo has been AMAZING. He created a wonderful itinerary. The document that shows our proposed trip of 14 days with 7 people in Ecuador was very comprehensive and very clear. He selected amazing things for us to do and great hotel options. He has been extremely responsive and knowledgably. He really listened to our needs and adjusted things to make them work for us. can't wait to go on our trip! Highly recommend Happy Gringo!

Date of experience : April 17, 2024

Hi, thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Jonathan provided you with such a wonderful itinerary and excellent service. We're glad he listened to your needs and crafted the perfect trip for you. Have an incredible time in Ecuador!

Jacky Valarezo has been a joy to work with

Jacky Valarezo has been a joy to work with. She has been so helpful with great ideas and very flexible and accommodating when we have changed ideas or plans. And she is very patient with us. It is very impressive how prompt and professional she has been in all our dealings. She answers questions and emails very promptly which is greatly appreciated. We have dealt with several other upper end travel companies and Jacky’s service and attention to detail is top notch, one of the best. She makes Happy Gringo a very pleasant travel experience to deal with.

Hi, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Jacky provided you with exceptional service. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're delighted that Jacky's professionalism and attention to detail made your experience with Happy Gringo so pleasant. We look forward to assisting you further on your travels!

Outstanding service

I can't say enough about how professional and helpful Jacky was in setting up a personal tour for my husband and me. She was always quick to respond and gave all communications a personal touch!! Highly recommend this group!!!

Date of experience : April 10, 2024

Hi, thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Jacky provided you with exceptional service! At Happy Gringo, we take great pride in our professionalism and dedication to ensuring every aspect of your trip is tailored to your preferences. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and trust in our team :)

Great service!

Gaby was great to work with. Gave us few options catered to our needs and family. Helped us with booking our plan and was available for any questions!

Hi, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Gaby provided excellent service and tailored options to suit your needs and family dynamics. Providing personalized attention and support is what we strive for, and we're delighted that Gaby could make your travel experience smoother and more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your trust in us :)

Daniela has been awesome

Daniela has been awesome. She has responded to every query typically within 24 hours. I have even left very detailed point by point questions and she responds concisely. This is my first experience working with a travel agency outside the US, and have to believe this has been one of the most enjoyable experiences… very informative, timely, thorough and I think Daniela very quickly captured my goals and aspirations for these trips and expertly outlined an incredible itinerary

Hi, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Daniela provided you with exceptional service. We're honored to have made your first experience with a travel agency outside the US so enjoyable and memorable!

Daniella is awesome!

Daniella was able to give me great advise as to traveling to the Galapagos! I look forward to the experience in Jan 2025. Not only does Happy Gringo email you but also text you too, so you don't miss any advise!

Hi, thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Daniella provided you with great advice for traveling to the Galapagos. We're excited for your upcoming experience in January 2025! Safe travels!

Don’t Worry - Be Happy

Daniela was great to work with and put together an itinerary for our trip to the Galapagos that was wonderful! The daily instructions were easy to follow. If you are a first time traveler to the Galapagos, I would highly recommend Happy Gringo. Knowing ahead of time, our daily schedule made our trip so much more enjoyable. We had one instance where we didn’t have the information needed. It was a Sunday and the office was closed, but I called the emergency line and they got back with me within a few minutes and solved the issue quickly. I am so happy that we chose Happy Gringo to plan our Galapagos excursions. We had a trip of a lifetime.

Date of experience : March 03, 2024

Hi, thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted Daniela could create a wonderful itinerary for your Galapagos trip. It's great to hear that our daily instructions made your journey more enjoyable, and we appreciate your recommendation for first-time travelers. We're glad we could promptly resolve any issues you encountered, ensuring a seamless experience. We're thrilled to have been a part of your trip of a lifetime!

very professional

Gaby took very professional care about us. Her recommendation for the timeslot we had was 10 point out of 10.

Date of experience : April 03, 2024

Hi, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that Gaby provided you with excellent recommendations. We appreciate your trust in us!

Daniela was very helpful throughout…

Daniela was very helpful throughout planning and answered all questions promptly.

Hi, thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Daniela provided you with excellent service. We appreciate your feedback!

Responsive, Helpful and Relevant

Gabby was responsive, helpful and made relevant suggestions based on my family's requests. I really appreciate her expertise and we are all looking forward to our trip!

Hi, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Gabby provided you with responsive and helpful service. We're excited to help make your trip a memorable experience!

Happy Gringo company agent is fraud

Happy Gringo company agent is fraud , trying to trap the person and liars. I lost my $11000 to make an exclusive booking. AGENT are f**cking bit**.My humble requests to all of you don't trust on this website and particularly on AGENTs who did booking.

Date of experience : March 29, 2024

Day trip from Quito

We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip north of Quito. Alejandro, our guide, was so outgoing, warm and friendly. He went out of his way to share his knowledge of the history, culture, and nature of Ecuador. We especially appreciated stopping at the equator. A wonderful experience!

Date of experience : February 06, 2024

Hi, thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear you had a fantastic day trip with Alejandro. It's wonderful to know he provided excellent guidance and made your experience memorable. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Ecuador soon!

Happening Happy Gringo

Collected straight from Airport to start tour there and then which was ideal for a short stay in Quito and dropped directly to our hotel afterwards. Due to situation in Quito in February we had to change our travel itinerary so many times and this company were excellent and patient to deal with. Very well organised tour and they suit your own preferences really.

Hi, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that our organization met your expectations. Our team understands the importance of accommodating changes, especially in unforeseen situations, and we're pleased to hear that we were able to assist you seamlessly during your stay in Quito. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!

Happy Gringo, Happy Radcliff's

Our agent Daniela was absolutely amazing. From the first phone conversation she was attentive and began working on an itinerary for my wife's 60th birthday in June. Every interaction with Daniela has been very positive and she has worked with great detail to give us a dream trip to Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands. Everything has been easy and Happy Gringo is a great travel company, who is also very fortunate to have Daniela on their team. We will be using your company again for a trip to Peru, Daniela will no doubt have lots of input for us and we look forward to our next trip with Happy Gringo Travel!!

Date of experience : February 27, 2024

Love the service, very helpful and informative

Daniela is very helpful and informative, very quicks responds and help us customize the trip to fit our needs. It's a family trip with my 11 and 14 years old daughters and my mom who is in her 70. Daniela make everything easy and arrange everything for me so I can sit back and relax while waiting for my trip of the life time.

Date of experience : March 11, 2024

Hi, thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Daniela provided excellent assistance in customizing your family trip. We understand the importance of a stress-free experience, and we're thrilled she could make it happen for you. We hope you have an amazing trip of a lifetime!

helped me find the right trip at the right price

she was knowledgeable, responded promptly, and helped me find the right trip and the right price

Hi, thank you for your review! We're glad to hear that our team member was able to assist you in finding the perfect trip. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're here to help you make the most of your travel experience. Safe travels!

Jonathan got me the best price on a…

Jonathan got me the best price on a great ship called the Infinity. 14 passengers and 17 crew. The guides were so informative and really have passion to educate everything possible above and below water. Great to see everything alive and thriving. Amazing experience!! Tom

Date of experience : January 22, 2024

Hi, thanks for your fantastic review! We're glad Jonathan could secure the best price for your Galapagos adventure on the Infinity. It's wonderful to hear about your amazing experience. We look forward to assisting you in future travels!

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• Mobile Voucher Accepted
• Free Cancellation
• Duration: 3 Hrs
• Language: English
• Departure Time : 10:00 AM
• Departure Details : Karl Marks Monument on Revolution Square, metro stop: Square of Revolution
• Return Details : Metro Smolenskaya
• If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
• If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
• Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Go beneath the streets on this tour of the spectacular, mind-bending Moscow Metro! Be awed by architecture and spot the Propaganda , then hear soviet stories from a local in the know. Finish it all up above ground, looking up to Stalins skyscrapers, and get the inside scoop on whats gone on behind those walls.

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We begin our Moscow tour beneath the city, exploring the underground palace of the Moscow Metro. From the Square of Revolution station, famous for its huge statues of soviet people (an armed soldier, a farmer with a rooster, a warrior, and more), we’ll move onto some of the most significant stations, where impressive mosaics, columns, and chandeliers will boggle your eyes! Moreover, these stations reveal a big part of soviet reality — the walls depict plenty of Propaganda , with party leaders looking down from images on the walls. Your local guide will share personal stories of his/her family from USSR times, giving you insight into Russia’s complicated past and present. Then we’re coming back up to street level, where we’ll take a break and refuel with some Russian fast food: traditional pancakes, called bliny. And then, stomachs satiated, we are ready to move forward! We’ll take the eco-friendly electric trolleybus, with a route along the Moscow Garden Ring. Used mainly by Russian babushkas(grannies) during the day, the trolleybus hits peak hours in the mornings and evenings, when many locals use it going to and from their days. Our first stop will be the Aviator’s House, one of Stalin’s Seven Sisters, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — and you’ll hear the legends of what has gone on inside the walls. Throughout your Moscow tour, you’ll learn curious facts from soviet history while seeing how Russia exists now, 25 years after the USSR.

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