2028 Galapagos MPR

You're invited!

Join Ben Cathey, chief meteorologist for MPR News, and friends of Minnesota Public Radio on an unforgettable journey through Ecuador, from historic Quito and the lush Amazon rainforest to the legendary Galápagos Islands. Discover Quito’s beautifully preserved colonial center before venturing into the Amazon, where expert naturalists will introduce you to its extraordinary wildlife and biodiversity. Then continue to the Galápagos Islands, where we’ll stay on Santa Cruz and explore nearby islands, including North Seymour, Santa Fe and the Plaza Islands. Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and discover unique wildlife with the help of expert naturalist guides. Come commune with iguanas and snorkel with sea lions on this extraordinary adventure with Minnesota Public Radio!

Journey Facts

11 Days/10 Nights

$8,495 per person based on

double occupancy

$3,250 single supplement

(waived if a roommate is found)

Trip begins:

Quito, Ecuador

January 9, 2028

Trip ends:

Quito, Ecuador

January 19, 2028

As most flights depart Quito very late in the evening, you'll arrive back in the USA on January 20.

Save $200

Journey Facts

MPR and Earthbound travel alumni save $100 per person

Pay your final balance by check and save $100 per person

Getting There

Journey Facts

Getting There

Depart USA for

Quito, Ecuador

no later than

January 9, 2028

Return from

Quito, Ecuador

January 19*, 2028

*Note: Please book your return flight for the evening of January 19 (11:00 PM or later). If you are unable to find a suitable flight that night or in the early hours of January 20, your hotel room will remain available until 1:00 PM on January 20 for your convenience.

Airport transfers included on January 9 and 19.

What Our Happy Alumni Are Saying...

"The music connections were great for me..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"The music connections were great for me..."

"and also the art, architecture and insights into history were very valuable. We were entertained, educated, fed, accommodated and delighted with our excursion."

-Anders Yocom

Wisconsin Public Radio Classical Host

"Life-changing. Beautiful. Flawless."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"The music connections were great for me..."

"Beyond my expectations. Sign me up for the next one!"

-Andy H.

WCQS Barging Holland Guest

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

Your guides are just the best ever. So full of energy and joy! I'm so glad I had the opportunity to go."

-Terry M.

Capital Public Radio Guest

The Galápagos Islands and Amazon Rainforest with MPR

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Memories that will last a lifetime...

What Our Happy Alumni Are Saying...

"The music connections were great for me..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"The music connections were great for me..."

"Life-changing. Beautiful. Flawless."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"The music connections were great for me..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

The Galápagos Islands and Amazon Rainforest with MPR

You're invited!

Journey Highlights

Journey Facts

Journey Facts

Journey Facts

Save $200

Journey Facts

Journey Facts

Getting There

Journey Facts

Getting There

Journey Details

Book Your Dream Trip!

Memories that will last a lifetime...

What Our Happy Alumni Are Saying...

"The music connections were great for me..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"The music connections were great for me..."

"Life-changing. Beautiful. Flawless."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"The music connections were great for me..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

"It was a wonderful trip with a great group of people..."

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