Galápagos · For independent travelers
See Galápagos on your own, through local eyes
I grew up on San Cristóbal and built the guide I wish I'd had: 267 places, what they cost, how to get there, when to go, and what's actually worth your time. Start free, and unlock the offline map whenever you want.
What you carry with you
Only what you'll actually use
The map of all Galápagos
All 267 places pinned one by one, with how to get there and how to get around. Unlock it once and carry the whole map with you, even with no signal.
Your trip, built for you
Answer a few questions and get a day-by-day itinerary based on your dates, your budget, your pace, and what you want to see.
Powered by AIGaladex
133 species to find and collect. Log the ones you come across on your trip and fill in your own Galadex.
Build your budget, place by place
What entry costs, what a taxi costs, which tours exist, and what to budget for. So you know what you will spend before you land.
From the islands
What you learn by living here
Las Grietas
From Puerto Ayora you can get there yourself: a $1 water taxi from the pier, $10 entry, and a 15-minute walk. Zayapa tells you the exact order and what each step should cost.
267 places explained like this: what it costs, how to get there, and what's worth doing. Tell me when it's out →
A look inside
This is what exploring Galápagos with Zayapa looks like
Puerto Ayora
Offline map · premium
The map that needs no signal
One download and you carry the whole archipelago with you, even where there is no coverage.
AI itineraries
5 questions, a trip built for you
Dates, budget, and pace. Zayapa turns that into a day-by-day itinerary.
Galadex
Collect what you find
Log the species you see along the way and fill in your own Galápagos collection.
Map, planning, and discovery — built to travel with you before and during the trip.
Who's behind this
Built by someone who grew up on the islands
I'm Adrián, and I grew up on San Cristóbal, the capital of Galápagos. I got here at six months old, and ever since, most of my life has been tied to its wildlife, its ecosystems, and to understanding how much a place like this needs protecting.
I always wanted to show Galápagos to the world, and with Zayapa I finally can, in a different way. I want to help you find the islands, make the most of your days, look after your budget, and see more places and more species — without giving up the freedom to build the trip your own way.
I want to show you the corner of the world where I grew up, the way I'd show it to a friend.
— Adrián · Founder of Zayapa
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Actually free, not a free trial
The main guide is free forever. If you want Zayapa with you on the trip, a single payment unlocks the offline map, full planning, and the premium tools.
The guide
267 places across Galápagos, with costs, details, and how to get there
133 species in the Galadex, and your sightings log
All 34 park rules, in plain language
The map of Galápagos whenever you have a connection
Plan your first trip, day by day
Best for exploring, finding places, and starting to plan.
No trial, no card, no countdown. This part of Zayapa is yours for good.
The full Zayapa
Live in Ecuador? You pay $5.99. The store applies the local price automatically.
Offline map of all Galápagos: download it once, use it without signal
Local tips that save you money and keep you out of common mistakes
Unlimited trips and unlimited planning
Your trip budget, day by day
The wildlife calendar for your dates
Log your sightings even with no connection
Premium avatars and content
Best for traveling with Zayapa as your guide the whole way.
If a single tip saves you $14.99, Zayapa has already paid for itself.
Common questions
What everyone asks
Does it work without internet?
Yes. The place and species pages live inside the app. With the unlock you also download the full Galápagos map and use it with no signal, on a trail or halfway across the channel. Some photos do need a connection.
When does it launch?
Zayapa launches in 2026. Right now we're finishing the maps, the Galadex, and the last few features. Leave me your email and I'll tell you the moment it's live, with the launch price.
Can I use Zayapa before I travel?
Yes. It's built for both: planning the trip from home, and coming along once you're on the islands.
Does Zayapa replace a guide?
No. Some places and activities in Galápagos require a naturalist guide, and others are simply better with one. Zayapa helps you know what you can do on your own and when it's worth booking a tour or a guide.
What's in the free version?
A lot: all 267 places with their details and costs, the Galadex with 133 species, the park rules, the map whenever you have a connection, and one trip you can plan day by day.
The unlock adds the offline map, the local tips, and unlimited planning.
Why one payment instead of a subscription?
Because a Galápagos trip isn't a monthly thing. You pay once and Zayapa is yours for good, updates to details, prices, and schedules included.
Regular price: $14.99. Price in Ecuador: $5.99.
Are the tour and place prices up to date?
Zayapa gathers prices and practical details so you can plan, and the information keeps getting updated. Even so, an operator can change a rate without notice — treat them as a reference for building your budget.
How much does Galápagos cost on your own?
It depends a lot on how you travel, but going on your own lets you control the budget: you mix free-entry beaches and sites, local food, ground transport, and tours only where they're genuinely worth it. Zayapa estimates what you'll spend day by day, based on your itinerary.
Will there be an iPhone version?
Yes. Zayapa lands on iPhone and Android at the same time, with the same features on both.
Is it available in English?
Yes. Zayapa is complete in Spanish and English: places, species, itineraries, rules, and the planning tools.