Named after the earliest known ancestor of all mammals, fish and reptiles, Pikaia Lodge is imbued with the Galapagos' sense of history, nature and utterly wild beauty. Inside the uber-contemporary rock and glass building, you'll find 'evolutionary' decor and a chic, understated design. Built on an extinct caldera within a 31-hectare giant tortoise reserve, you'll feel like the only soul around for miles -and you often will be. This sentiment continues on adventures to the archipelago's incredible diving spots, clandestine beaches and hiking trails. Oh and did we mention it's the only Relais & Chateaux property in the Galapagos? Magic all round.
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The rooms all enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows, which let in superb views of the forests, fields and ocean. The King-sized beds perch on slick black platforms and are topped with the highest thread count sheets and hypoallergenic pillows (of course). Each room has a private balcony, terrace or garden area, while the premium suites also have a plunge pool. Lined with Peruvian travertine marble, the bathrooms are spacious, biodegradable Sumaq amenities the cherry on top. Their clever design ensures natural ventilation and insulation that makes them pleasant in all weather.
The details in every space - even the dining tables are inlaid with fossils. And we couldn't forget about the epic island vistas either...
The lodge boasts a private 100-foot yacht, which is available for trips to other islands in the archipelago.
Pikaia is set on the hillside, putting it about five miles from the beach and 40 minutes from the main town.
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14 nights from $9.2K per person
7 nights from $6K per person
5 nights from $2.5K per person
10 nights from $3.3K per person
Pikaia Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Ecuador trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Ecuador trips featuring Pikaia Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Ecuador specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Pikaia Lodge start from around $1.9K, or US$1.9K, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
Adventurous activities and eclectic inland wildlife on the second-largest island in the archipelago.
