It’s for good reason that the Galapagos Islands appear on many a travel bucket-list. Nowhere else in the world can travellers expect to enjoy such intimate and unusual encounters with this staggering range of wildlife. Isolated from human society, the creatures of this volcanic archipelago show little fear toward their curious human visitors, facilitating close-up viewing opportunities and unforgettable underwater experiences.

Though the most common way to explore this natural paradise is on a small-vessel cruise, not everyone’s sea-legs are up to spending multiple nights on a boat. Thankfully, for those who prefer to settle down on firmer ground, the Galapagos Islands aren’t short of characterful luxury lodges ready to provide a high-end land-based experience.

Here are the top accommodation suggestions from Humboldt Travel, a Galapagos specialist, for those who wish to experience the magic of the Galapagos with their feet on solid land:

Montemar Eco-Luxury Villas, Santa

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