17/09/2026
Your Galápagos trip starts **before** you board the flight.
At Quito or Guayaquil, travelers complete Galápagos-specific controls, including the Transit Control Card process and biosecurity inspection. On arrival, the protected-areas entrance fee applies according to traveler category.
Current official information lists the TCT at **US$20**. Entry-fee categories and requirements should always be checked again before travel.
Save this post for your departure day—and when you book with us, we help you understand the logistics as part of the trip-planning process.