Pikaia Lodge

The Ultimate Galápagos Islands Travel Guide

"I noted that this upscale lodge in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island stands out for owning and operating its own boat exclusively for guests on combined land-and-sea packages, which promises seamless, curated access to excursions." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines