4-Night Wellness Retreat in the Galapagos Islands
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Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
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4 nights
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Highlights
Imagine staying at your own eco-luxury villa on the island of Santa Cruz where giant tortoises roam freely. Montemar offers the perfect environment of peace, wholesomeness and connection that your body and mind need. Unwind and go back to your natural state of balance through nature in the Galapagos Islands. Combine the exploration of the fabled Galapagos archipelago with activities such as yoga, meditation, snorkeling and SUPing. Get pampered with signature massages including a grounding Galapagos lava treatment; nurture your body with delicious organic farm-to-table cuisine; and repair your energy with unique electromagnetic detox sleeps. Giant tortoises, no rush, no agenda—just connect, heal, nurture and revitalize.
Montemar Eco-Luxury Villas
Immerse yourself in a new concept of luxury: silence, wildlife and comfort in the middle of giant tortoise territory in the Galapagos Islands. Montemar consists of two beautifully appointed eco-luxury villas, located on 43-acres of private land on the island of Santa Cruz. Choose between Villa Tortuga for eight guests or Villa Lechuza for four guests—or choose an exclusive rental of the whole property. Your hosts Reyna and Roberto, who are both local conservationists and experienced naturalist guides, will look after you and ensure that you make the most out of your stay in Galapagos in the most sustainable way. Montemar produces most of its energy, collects rainwater and supplies fresh produce, including coffee, from its own organic biodynamic garden. Montemar is a zero single-use plastic property and was built using green architecture techniques.
Experience
No big groups, no pressure, just nature at its purest. Explore pristine beaches like Tortuga Bay, surreal lava tunnels and creeks, and the hustle-bustle of Galapagos' main town, Puerto Ayora. Learn about the history of Montemar and the natural habit of the giant tortoises on a walking tour hosted by Reyna and Roberto. Feel at home in your own private villa, connect with nature, unwind and collect happy memories. Your wellness menu includes:
- Signature EMF Detox Night
- Farm-to-table cuisine and mindful eating
- White Coral Scrub & Cleansing at Tortuga Bay
- Deep Breathing Technique at Galapagos Natural pools
- Tortoise Conservation Coffee Tasting
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Itinerary
- Arrival to Baltra Airport
- VIP lounge welcome
- Transfer to Montemar—private service
- Introductory tour of the property with Reyna Oleas, Montemar’s owner. The walk includes the Tortoise Path: learn and enjoy the company of Giant Tortoises and Darwin Finches that live in Montemar and about the programs that take place to support their conservation; the Coffee Walk: tour of the organic and biodynamic coffee plantation and garden; and the Sustainable Path: learn about the sustainable practices of your villa at Montemar.
- Gourmet dinner prepared by private chef
- Signature EMF Detox Night
*This is a suggested itinerary. The route and program will vary according to the yacht’s availability, and to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and wildlife encounters. All activities are adapted to the guests’ interests and requirements as much as possible. Final itinerary is confirmed up to 45 days prior arrival of guests.
- Buffet breakfast
- Hike to Tortuga Bay to enjoy beautiful white sand, clear water and look for black marine iguanas and shore birds
- White Coral Scrub & Cleansing at Tortuga Bay
- Picnic on the beach catered by Montemar
- Kayak or SUP excursion by the coast of mangrove forest keeping an eye for sharks, marine turtles and rays
- Gourmet dinner prepared by private chef
- Signature EMF Detox Night
*This is a suggested itinerary. The route and program will vary according to the yacht’s availability, and to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and wildlife encounters. All activities are adapted to the guests’ interests and requirements as much as possible. Final itinerary is confirmed up to 45 days prior arrival of guests.
- Buffet breakfast
- Early morning pick-up. Transfer to your embarkation point to board your yacht and head to either North Seymour, Plazas, Santa Fe or Bartolome Island. Included on the tour is a walk to observe wildlife colonies as well as swimming/snorkeling to observe the marine life. Tour is provided on shared basis on a small yacht and includes a naturalist guide and lunch on board.
- Gentle Stretching and Connecting with Nature
- Gourmet dinner prepared by private chef
- Signature EMF Detox Night
*This is a suggested itinerary. The route and program will vary according to the yacht’s availability, and to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and wildlife encounters. All activities are adapted to the guests’ interests and requirements as much as possible. Final itinerary is confirmed up to 45 days prior arrival of guests.
- Early morning leave for sunrise with a refreshing swim in natural pools in the middle of a lava flow. Opportunity to learn deep breathing technique for relaxation
- Breakfast in town at a local restaurant in Puerto Ayora to explore typical recipes
- Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and the Galapagos National Park Center: walking or by scooter and learn the story of Lonesome George.
- Time to learn Montemar’s cuisine secrets: Signature Farm-to-Table Experience & Mindful Eating Concept
- Gourmet dinner prepared by private chef
*This is a suggested itinerary. The route and program will vary according to the yacht’s availability, and to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons and wildlife encounters. All activities are adapted to the guests’ interests and requirements as much as possible. Final itinerary is confirmed up to 45 days prior arrival of guests.
- Breakfast buffet at Montemar
- VIP transfer out to Baltra Airport, according to departure flight schedule
FAQ
You must carry a valid passport and have obtained all other required travel documents (visas, permits, certificates, etc.) for Ecuador. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the duration of the trip; please make sure to research the applicable passport requirements for each country you plan to visit.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of all such required travel documents for your trip. We are not responsible if you are refused entry to a country because you lack the correct travel documents.
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Ceiling Fans
- Cotton linen bedding, pillows, bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Safety deposit box
- Luxury bathroom amenities
* Montemar runs 100% with solar energy—120 V 60 Hz outlets configuration at the accommodations which are the same as in the US. Fell free to bring your regular appliances like battery charges, no power converters or outlet adapters will be necessary.
* Laundry is available at a cost of 20 USD per bag. A laundry bag is provided.
Galapagos weather is influenced greatly by ocean currents and has two distinctive seasons: the warm and at times rainy season extends from mid-December to May. It is characteristic from this season to have some sporadic heavy showers from December to March and then usually getting very sunny and dry for the rest of it. Temperatures fluctuate between 85F and 60F (30⁰C to 15⁰C) on daily basis. The garúa season extends from mid-May until mid-December: it is characterized by less sunny days and an intermittent mist or drizzle that strikes mostly the southern and central islands on their south side creating a rain shadow effect that keeps the northern coasts sunnier. It is influenced by the southern trade winds and Humboldt Current that comes directly from the Antarctic. This brings a milder weather to the islands with temperatures that will range on daily bases from 78F to 55F (26⁰C to 13⁰C).
Terms
Deposit Policy
In order to confirm a booking, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit of 10% toward the total price of your trip, to be received within 10 days of your confirmation. If you are traveling during peak season (Easter, Christmas, New Year), the required deposit is 20%.
Final Payment
Payment of the balance of the trip price is due 30 days prior to the trip start date, except during peak season. If the balance is not paid on or before the due date, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled. No refunds are available if the cancellation occurs within 30 days of your arrival, except if the cancellation is due to a COVID-related documented reason. In this case, we will hold your payment as credit for a future trip to be completed within a calendar year of your original traveling date.
During peak season (Easter, Christmas, New Year), the balance payment is required 60 days prior to arrival. No refunds are available if the cancellation occurs within 60 days of your arrival during peak season, except if the cancellation is due to a COVID-related documented reason. In this case, we will hold your payment as credit for a future trip to be completed within a calendar year of your original traveling date.
Cancellation Policy By Traveler
If you wish to cancel your booking, you may do so any time up to (and including) the 31 days before your trip, except during peak season; and in that event, your deposit will be forfeited as cancellation charges. If you cancel your booking 30 or less days prior to the scheduled trip start date, full cancellation penalties apply. Bookings for all trips are non-transferable. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. If your cancellation is due to a COVID-related documented reason, we will hold your payment as credit for a future trip to be completed within a calendar year of your original traveling date.
During peak season (Easter, Christmas, New Year), you may cancel your booking any time up to (and including) the 61 days before your trip. In that event, your deposit will be forfeited as cancellation charges. If you cancel your booking 60 or less days prior to the scheduled trip start date during peak season, full cancellation penalties apply. Bookings for all trips are non-transferable. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. If your cancellation is due to a COVID-related documented reason, we will hold your payment as credit for a future trip to be completed within a calendar year of your original traveling date.
Cancellation Policy By Montemar
We reserve the right to cancel any trip at any time if, due to natural disaster, political instability, or other disruptions and/or events beyond our control (force majeure events), the operating of the trip would be unsafe or otherwise unviable. In the event a trip is cancelled due to a force majeure event, the client will receive a total credit equal to the monies paid to Montemar less any costs incurred by the Owner which are not recoverable.
