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S T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y
Stanford Family Adventures
Galápagos
Family Adventure
J U N E 2 4 T O J U LY 3 , 2 0 2 0
Galápagos
Highlights
E X P L O R E colonial Quito and stand
with one foot on each side of the equator
W A T C H in delight as marine iguanas
spray salt from their nostrils Young Explorer Program
Kids of all ages love our Young Explorer
S I T face-to-face with a giant tortoise program, where they’re grouped with
in the Santa Cruz Highlands
travelers their own age for fun and
L E A R N the dances of the blue-footed
educational activities while adults attend
boobies and waved albatrosses faculty lectures. They’ll enjoy thought-
provoking discussions and mind-bending
games that fuel creativity, all while building
new friendships. Our Young Explorer leaders
are all recent Stanford grads and Stanford
Sierra Camp counselors and are pros
at understanding and adapting to the
personalities and interests of each young
explorer—which means that everyone
has a great time.
CALL US: (650) 725-1093
EMAIL US: family-adventures@alumni.stanford.edu
VISIT US ONLINE: alu.ms/gofamily
Faculty Leader
Dr. Robert “Bob” Siegel, ’76, MA ’77,
MD ’90, is a professor of microbiology
and immunology at Stanford’s School of
Medicine and also holds appointments in
the program in Human Biology, the Center
for African Studies and the Woods Institute
for the Environment. He’s the recipient of
numerous teaching and advising awards
including the Phi Beta Kappa Excellence
in Teaching Award and Stanford’s highest
teaching accolade, the Walter J. Gores
Award. Dr. Bob’s courses cover a wide
range of topics such as virology, photog-
raphy, Darwin, island biogeography, global
health and the Stanford Safari. He has served “
as an advisor and consultant to TeachAIDS, We loved
Free the Children, Support for International
Change, Ocean Medicine Foundation,
this trip! It was
Wonderfest: the Bay Area Beacon of the perfect balance
Science, and the Discovery Channel.
An avid traveler and photographer, he of education versus
has led numerous Stanford Travel/Study
trips and has taught field seminars on six
vacation.”
Jennifer Von der Ahe, ’98
continents. On this program he will lecture
on the natural history of the Galápagos, as Galápagos Family Adventure
2018
well as modern threats to the islands and
conservation efforts today.
G A L Á PA G O S
ISLANDS Galápagos
Quito
Equator
North ECUADOR
Seymour
Baltra
Eden Santa
South Plaza
Cruz
Santa
San Cristóbal
Charles Darwin Fé
Research Station
Pacif
ic Ocean Española
Itinerary
JUNE 24 JUNE 27
U.S. / Quito, Ecuador San Cristóbal Island
Depart from home on flights bound for Ecuador. Disembark at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San
Upon our late-evening arrival in the capital of Cristóbal’s capital, and drive 40 minutes to the
Quito, transfer to our hotel. HILTON COLON QUITO island’s southern shore. At Cerro Colorado, we
visit the breeding center for the highly endan-
JUNE 25 gered giant tortoise. The center is located in the
Quito midst of a deciduous forest that is home to doz-
Walk the streets of colonial Quito, stopping at ens of bird species, including the San Cristóbal
Independence Plaza, the presidential palace and mockingbird and the San Cristóbal lava lizard—
the monastery of San Francisco, one of the most both island endemics. In the afternoon, hike the
impressive religious buildings in the New World. eastern tip of the island at Punta Pitt, an eroded
Stand with one foot on each side of the equator tuff cone, where the trail has spectacular
at Mitad del Mundo. Enjoy a welcome reception views of and access to the shoreline. This site
and dinner at our hotel. HILTON COLON QUITO (B,L,D) is ideal for an introduction to snorkeling. It is
also the only site in the Galápagos where its
JUNE 26 three species of boobies can be found
Quito / Baltra Island / Embark / together. SANTA CRUZ II (B,L,D)
Mosquera Islet
Transfer to the airport to board our flight to Baltra JUNE 28
Island in the Galápagos. Upon embarking the Santa Fé Island / South Plaza Island
ship, stop at Mosquera Islet, a small volcanic Explore Santa Fé’s idyllic white sand beach,
uplift between Baltra and North Seymour Islands. which is populated by sea lions. During our
The islet is a long and narrow sand bank sur- morning walk we may spot the endemic
rounded by lava reefs. Our guides lead us past yellow-gray land iguana amid the giant prickly
sea lion colonies as we learn more about the pear cacti. Following lunch and a rest, we
fragile marine and terrestrial ecosystems of the disembark at South Plaza Island, where
Galápagos. SANTA CRUZ II (B,L,D) turquoise waters contrast brilliantly with the
white sand and black lava rocks along the
shoreline. Off the coast watch sea lion
colonies while frigate birds, swallow-tailed
gulls and shear-waters glide above.
SANTA CRUZ II (B,L,D)
JUNE 29 as we relax on the beach or snorkel in the
Santa Cruz Island bay’s calm waters. SANTA CRUZ II (B,L,D)
Disembark on Santa Cruz Island to visit the
Charles Darwin Research Station and its J U LY 1
giant-tortoise pens, located in an impressive Santa Cruz Island / North Seymour Island
prickly pear cactus forest that’s home to many After breakfast, take a panga ride to Eden Islet
land birds. The research station is the head- off the coast of Santa Cruz Island, where we
quarters of scientific investigation, conservation can observe blue-footed boobies diving into
and the National Park administration in the the water and catch sight of reef sharks and
Galápagos. From here board buses for lunch frigate birds. Next head to North Seymour
in the cooler highlands, a completely different Island, lifted from the ocean floor by a volcanic
ecosystem of the island. This afternoon choose event; its origins as a seabed give the island its
one of several optional activities, such as hiking, low, flat profile. Standing just above our landing
biking, kayaking or exploring an organic coffee spot is a tiny forest of silver-gray palo santo
plantation. SANTA CRUZ II (B,L,D) trees, usually without leaves, waiting for the
rains so they can burst into bloom. SANTA CRUZ II
JUNE 30 (B,L,D)
Española Island
Go for a walk at Punta Suarez on Española J U LY 2 & 3
Island, where we enjoy its unique seabird Baltra Island / Disembark / Quito / U.S.
colonies, including Nazca boobies, swallow- After breakfast, disembark our ship and transfer
tailed gulls, waved albatrosses, blue-footed to the airport for our flight back to Quito. Upon
boobies and as well as a view of the famous arrival transfer to the nearby airport hotel and
blowhole. Keep an eye out here for marine have time to refresh before returning this eve-
iguanas. In the afternoon, the picture-perfect ning to the airport for departing flights, arriving
white coral beach of Gardner Bay and the near- back in the U.S. on Friday. WYNDHAM QUITO
by islet of Osborn provide a beautiful setting for AIRPORT HOTEL (7/2: B,D)
observing sea lions, mockingbirds and finches
SIGN UP ONLINE: alumni.stanford.edu/trip?galapagos-family2020
OR BY PHONE: (650) 725-1093
Our Ship! PANORAMA DECK
The recently refurbished, 235-foot-long
Santa Cruz II is chartered exclusively for
Stanford and offers accommodations in EXPEDITION DECK
50 outside cabins, all with windows and
ranging in size from 163 to 325 square feet.
The ship features air-conditioning throughout,
an elegant dining room, sun deck with bar, HORIZON DECK
Jacuzzi, library and observation deck.
Go to our website or contact us for
additional ship or cabin information.
P rogram Cost* ADULT
DOUBLE
CHILD
DOUBLE
CHILD
TRIPLE** SINGLE**
HORIZON 163 sq. ft. with 2 twin or double
$8,095 $7,595 $7,2951 $9,1952
DECK beds and a window
EXPEDITION 163 sq. ft. with 2 twin or double
$8,695 $8,195 – $9,695
DECK beds and a window
PANORAMA 163 sq. ft. with 2 twin or double
$9,195 $8,695 – $10,195
DECK beds and a window
PANORAMA 325 sq. ft. with twin or double beds
$9,695 $9,195 – –
DARWIN SUITE and a picture window
* Stanford Alumni Association nonmembers add $300 per person. 1
Triple cabins are 192 sq. ft.
**A limited number of single and triple cabins are available. 2
Single cabins on this deck are 127 sq.ft.
The Stanford Difference Create a Custom
for Young Explorers Family Adventure
Not your ordinary kids’ camp Regular program dates not doable for you?
You’re taking your family on the trip of a Interested in traveling with your own group
lifetime and, of course, you want to be right or wanting to celebrate a special occasion?
beside your kids to witness their wonder
and amazement. Rest assured you’ll spend Private Editions allows you to create a
most of the trip together as a family. On one-of-a-kind vacation using Travel/Study’s
occasion, kids-only adventures, tours and 50 years of travel expertise and with the
meals give adults time for more in-depth added enrichment of Stanford scholars.
touring and discussions. Our professional Start with one of our tried-and-true itiner-
tour manager and team of Young Explorer aries or let our team help you plan your
leaders (at least one for every 10 kids) join dream trip…anywhere in the world.
you every step of the way to make your
For more information:
family trip a breeze.
VISIT alu.ms/goyourway
CALL (650) 723-7861
Dedicated Young Explorer leaders
EMAIL privateeditions@stanford.edu
Our savvy Young Explorer leaders are
razor-sharp recent Stanford grads and
former Stanford Sierra Camp counselors.
They’ll captivate the children with hands-on
educational activities while the adults attend
lectures. And they bring the whole family
together for activities such as Family
Olympics, Trivia Night or Disco Bingo.
Access to Stanford scholars
Have a child or grandchild who is keenly
interested in the faculty leader’s area of
expertise? He or she is welcome to attend
the lectures with you. On most trips, our
faculty leaders design and deliver a
lecture specifically for Young Explorers.Trip Information Terms & Conditions
Dates Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds
June 24 to July 3, 2020 (10 days) A $1,000 per-person deposit is required to reserve
your space. Call the Travel/Study office at (650) 725-1093
Group Size/Age or sign up online at alumni.stanford.edu/trip?galapagos-
84 participants / Minimum age: 6 family2020. Final payment is due 120 days prior to depar-
Included ture. Child rates apply to children ages 18 and younger on
the date the adventure begins. Deposits and any payments
3 nights of hotel accommodations in Quito (2 nights
are refundable, less a $500-per-person cancellation fee,
at the Hilton Colon and 1 night at the Wyndham Quito
until 120 days prior to departure. After that date, refunds
Airport Hotel) 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 8 dinners can be made only if the program is sold out and your
Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions Gratuities place(s) can be resold, in which case a $1,000-per-person
to porters, waiters, guides, drivers and ship crew for all cancellation fee will apply. As a condition of participation,
group activities All tours and shore excursions as de- all confirmed participants are required to sign a Release
scribed in the itinerary Transfers and baggage handling of Liability.
on program arrival and departure days Round-trip Insurance
flights between Quito and the Galápagos Minimal Stanford Travel/Study provides all travelers who are U.S.
medical, accident and evacuation insurance Educa- or Canadian citizens with minimal medical, accident and
tional program with lecture series for adults and Young evacuation coverage under our group-travel insurance pol-
Explorer program for kids Predeparture materials, icy. Our group policy is intended to provide minimal levels
including a recommended reading list, a selected book of protection while you are traveling on this program. You
(one for adults, one for each kid based on their age), a may choose to subscribe to optional trip-cancellation and
baggage insurance. Information offering such insurance will
map and travel information Services of our professional
be provided to travelers with their welcome materials. The
tour manager to assist you throughout the program
product offered includes special benefits if you purchase
Not Included your policy within 14 days of written confirmation of your
International and U.S. domestic airfare Passport and participation on the trip.
visa fees Immunization costs Meals and beverages Eligibility
other than those specified as included Independent We encourage membership in the Stanford Alumni
and private transfers Trip-cancellation/interruption and Association as the program cost for nonmembers is $300
baggage insurance Excess-baggage charges Per- more than the members’ price. A person traveling as a
sonal items such as internet access, telephone and fax paid guest of a current member will not be charged the
calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup services nonmember fee. For more information or to purchase a
membership, visit alumni.stanford.edu/goto/membership
Air Arrangements or call (650) 725-0692.
You are responsible for booking and purchasing airfare
Responsibility
to the start location and from the end location of the
The Stanford Alumni Association, Stanford University and
program. These air purchases are NOT included in the our operators act only as agents for the passenger with
program cost. To assist you in making these independent respect to transportation and ship arrangements and
arrangements, we will send you information with your exercise every care possible in doing so. However, we
confirmation materials on when to arrive and depart. can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident,
delay or irregularity in connection with the service of any
What to Expect
automobile, motor coach, launch or any other convey-
Travelers should be in good health and good physical ance used in carrying out this program or for the acts or
condition. This program includes some long days with defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying
early wake-up calls and activities scheduled throughout the passenger or in carrying out the arrangements of the
the day (and sometimes into the evening). Walking tours program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses
and hikes range from one to three miles, sometimes on or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or
uneven terrain. Snorkeling excursions require a degree other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine,
of comfort about swimming independently. Travelers force majeure or other causes beyond our control. All such
losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passen-
should be able to climb into and out of pangas (inflatable
ger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time
landing craft), with crew assistance, and feel comfortable
stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations to
disembarking from Zodiacs into several inches of water this published itinerary as may be deemed necessary. We
on wet landings. reserve the right to cancel any program prior to departure
in which case the entire payment will be refunded without
Located on the Equator, the Galápagos Islands have
further obligation on our part. We also reserve the right to
a surprisingly cool, subtropical climate. Temperatures
decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the
during our program can be variable, ranging from the program. No refund will be made for an unused portion of
mid to upper 70s (°F) during the day in the Galápagos any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time
Islands to lows in the high 40s in the early mornings and to avoid penalties. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk
evenings in Quito (altitude: 9,350 feet). The equatorial entirely. It is understood that the ship’s ticket, when issued,
sun can be strong, and as such, sun protection is highly shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger
recommended. We welcome travelers 6 years of age and the cruise company. The airlines concerned are not
and older on this program. to be held responsible for any act, omission or event
during the time passengers are not on board their plane or
conveyance. Neither the Stanford Alumni Association, nor
Stanford University, nor our operators accept liability for any
carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a
nonrefundable ticket in connection with the tour. Program
prices are based on rates in effect in October 2019 and
are subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations
in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charges.
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Galápagos
“ This Stanford Family
Adventure was a once-in-a-
lifetime trip shared with loved
ones, and was so well done in all
aspects. It was a real memory maker
and a learning experience not to be
forgotten. Each day was expertly
organized in a fun manner
for all ages. Bravo!”
Christine Coffin
Galápagos Family Adventure
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