At COMETA TRAVEL, we’re passionate about sharing Ecuador’s natural and cultural treasures.
We don’t offer pre-packaged tours — instead, we design each itinerary specifically for you, based on your interests, budget, group size, and travel dates.
We design trips for individuals, couples, families, small groups, photographers, hikers, birders, teachers, artists, food lovers, travel agencies, and universities. Over the years, one thing has become very clear to us: every traveler arrives with their own interests, pace, and expectations.
Our role is to listen and then shape an itinerary that reflects that. The goal is not to fit you into a standard program, but to build a journey that feels natural for you and makes the most of the time you have in Ecuador.
Planning a trip to Ecuador or the Galápagos starts with excitement. You open a few tabs, start comparing cruises, hotels, routes, and before long, there are dozens of options, and what seemed simple suddenly feels confusing. It is easy … until it isn’t.
That’s a very common experience.
Most travelers quickly realize that what helps the most is having someone on the ground who actually knows the country and can help sort through the noise. Someone who understands which routes make sense, which boats fit different travel styles, and what details are easy to miss when everything looks good online.
That’s where we come in.
At Cometa Travel, we have been helping travelers plan their time in Ecuador and the Galápagos for more than two decades. Our role is simple: We listen to what you want from the trip and then help shape an itinerary that truly fits, instead of sending endless options.
Because we live here, we know the places, the seasons, the small details that make the difference between a trip that looks good on paper and one that actually flows well once you are here.
If you are in the early stages and things feel a bit scattered, that is completely normal. We are happy to help you sort it out step by step so the planning becomes clear again.
Take advantage of our knowledge:
We live here.
We speak the language.
We know the rhythm, the culture, and the little details.
Wir können hier nur positives schreiben! Es begann schon mit der Buchung, wir hatten mit Bruna die perfekte Person, um nach unserem Bedürfnis die richtige Tour auszuwählen! Herzlichen Dank liebe Bruna ! Dann auf der Yacht Angelito mit Maja als Reiseführerin, dass war super, sehr gut organisiert, sodass wir die Galapagosinseln so richtig kennenlernen konnten. Eine unheimlich schöne Woche mit vielen tollen Eindrücken. Herzlichen Dank! ,
From beginning to end, this was a great experience that I feel so fortunate to have found Cometa travel and booked Yacht Angelito!!! Bruna was very friendly and helpful when we booked in Quito at the office, and kept in touch with us from the time we booked right up until we met Maja at the Baltra airport. Maja is very passionate about the Galapagos, and it shows through her knowledge and presentation. The chef is an absolute gem, his meals were all perfectly done throughout our 8 day cruise. With 3 excursions per day (typically 2 hikes and a snorkel) great meals, a comfortable bed and a great hot shower, and a fantastic group of people...our trip was wonderful!!! We chose to enjoy a couple of bottles of wine during our trip and a few beers too.
Die Agentur Cometa Travel bzw. die Yacht Angelito 1 können wir wärmstens empfehlen. Bruna hat einen grossartigen Job im Vorfeld geleistet. Hat all unsere 1000 Fragen schnellst möglich beantwortet. Die Organisation verlief super schnell und einwandfrei. Maya sowie die ganze Crew haben sich tagtäglich LIEBEVOLL um die Gäste bemüht und jeden Wunsch erfüllt. Das Essen, die jeweiligen Trips auf Land, das Schnorcheln, die Koje (grosszügig & gemütlich) & die Gruppendynamik, alles war perfekt. Maya's Kenntnisse über Pflanzen, Tiere und die Inseln ist gewaltig. Sie nimmt sich richtig Zeit, damit man das Erlebnis an Land und Unterwasser geniessen und verinnerlichen kann. Die anderen Cruise-Anbieter haben die Touris jeweils durch die Insel geschleust, so konnten sie teils gewisse Tiere nicht bewundern. Maja ist auch nach 37 Jahren als Guide noch mit vollem Herzblut und Enthusiasmus dabei. Die Betreiber der Angelito 1 sind sehr sozial und schauen gut auf ihre Mitarbeiter. Diese Reise auf der Angelito 1 ist ein absoluter Höhepunkt für uns. DANKE Maya • Jede Rappe isch es wert xsi. 💚 Wir wünschen Dir und der gesamten Crew weiterhin viel Erfolg. 🍀
A trip of a lifetime! Simply superb. The Galapagos has to be one of the most unique travel destinations possible, but doing it with an experienced, passionate and knowledgeable guide (like Maja) and a sensible boat and crew (Angelito) makes it a truly unforgettable experience.
We recently booked our trip to the Galapagos with the help of Bruna, and the entire experience was fantastic from start to finish. Bruna provided us with a variety of well-curated options and guided us through every step of the planning process with ease. Her communication was incredibly proactive, and she was always quick to respond—no matter how many questions we had (and we had a lot!). She was patient, knowledgeable, and made us feel confident in every decision along the way. Thanks to her, the trip was absolutely incredible, and the best part was not having to worry about a thing. Everything was seamless. We’re so grateful for her help and would highly recommend working with her if you’re planning a trip.
Wow, we feel so lucky to have found this agency! Bruna was so helpful in organizing the logistics for a personalized family trip. Wilmer, our guide, was the absolute best. He was so knowledgeable and flexible. He knew exactly how to set us up for success on a full day trip to Otavalo, a full day tour in Quito, and an overnight to Mindo. He selected excellent places to stay, restaurants to eat at, and activities that allowed us to see much of Ecuador.
Wow, we feel so lucky to have found this agency! Bruna was so helpful in organizing the logistics for a personalized family trip. Wilmer, our guide, was the absolute best. He was so knowledgeable and flexible. He knew exactly how to set us up for success on a full day trip to Otavalo, a full day tour in Quito, and an overnight to Mindo. He selected excellent places to stay, restaurants to eat at, and activities that allowed us to see much of Ecuador.
I just wanted to say we were thrilled with our cruise aboard the Angelito and are still talking about it every day. The cabins were clean and comfortable, and of course, the wildlife we saw was very exciting. But what I really wanted to say was that the guide and crew of the yacht really made the trip wonderful for us. Rocio, our guide, was kind and knowledgeable and did much more than she needed to make sure we got everything we could out of our nature walks and boat rides. She passed so much information on to us, during the excursions but also on the yacht before and after our activities. She made presentations for us to watch about the things we were going to see, and even came upon the sundeck one night after dinner and taught us about the constellations! She was patient and friendly and just a lovely person. The crew of the Angelito was also wonderful. Our host, Angel, was very hard-working and made sure everything was done well for us, from keeping the dining room running well to providing so many delicious snacks and drinks for us every time we came back to the boat from an excursion. I'm sure he was also doing many tasks in the background that I don't even know about it to make our trip enjoyable. The chef and his assistant made delicious food and were so good about taking care of everyone's different food requirements (also we enjoyed hearing his assistant sing as he worked in the galley!) The sailors of the Zodiacs were always friendly and helpful and are obviously extremely skilled at their jobs. And of course, the Capitan kept everything running smoothly and always had a smile on his face. He also took some videos of an encounter we had with a whale and a pod of dolphins that was absolutely thrilling for everyone. Muchas gracias to everyone for all their hard work–we will never forget our 8 days aboard the Angelito! Thanks so much, Meredith, Ray, Laura, and Ryan from Vancouver, Canada
We just came back from an unforgettable trip in Ecuador, brilliantly planned by Mrs. Bruna Rea, from the Ecuadorian travel agency Cometa Travel From the moment we set foot in Quito, the holidays began. Nothing to worry about, everything was arranged to the smallest detail. The good humor, punctuality, professionalism of our main guide, Mr. David Carrión, as well as the local guides, was top! The guides, one better than the other, made use of their knowledge and visual acuity to show us the incredible wildlife of the national parks and their endless list of animals. The organization of the trip to Galapagos for 16 passengers was incredible. We enjoyed aboard the Yacht Angelito I: all the necessary comforts, with pleasant cabins with large windows that allowed us to admire at all times the beauty of nature. Each cabin has its bathroom and air conditioning. The qualified and competent Captain Andres inspired us confidence and safety. The crew, responsible and ready to help and satisfy the slightest desire with a big smile. The guide Maja Homberger was the cherry of the cake! With an incredible experience, she showed us these wonderful islands in her amazing professional way, transporting us to a different planet where we could observe and appreciate the fauna and flora calmly. Trust is the magic word; animals are not afraid of humans; swim, walk, or just sit and watch them, sharing their world. The visit of this unique archipelago, made us reflect on the fragility of our planet and the need to take care of the ecosystem of our world. Honestly, this is only a too small summary to express our biggest thanks for a majestic trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos!
Bestes Reisebüro ever! Alles hat tipptopp geklappt, jede Zeit wurde eingehalten, zuverlässig, kompetent, freundlich und herzlich!
Eine unglaublich schöne Reise bei welcher uns Bruna schon während der Planung mit viel Engagement begleitet hat. Die Organisation und Abwicklung der Formalitäten, die Dramaturgie der Reiseroute und das Team auf der *Angelito II* mit einer überragenden Maya als Guide. Ihre unsäglich reiche Erfahrung, Professionalität im Umgang mit den verschiedensten Personen gestaltete sich für uns zu einer unübertroffenen Erfahrung. Wir danken für das absolut gelungene Erlebnis welches uns Cometa Travel beschert hat. Die ultimative Empfehlung. Herzlichen Dank, Stefan & Eliane
Wir haben über Cometa Travel eine 8-tägige Cruise auf der Galapagos Angel gebucht. Uns wurden alle benötigten Informationen ausführlich und unkompliziert zur Verfügung gestellt. Auch unsere Nachfragen wurden sofort beantwortet. Alle notwendigen Übernachtungen, Flüge und die Cruise waren bestens organisiert und die Betreuungspersonen freundlich und hilfsbereit. Der Nationalpark-Guide auf der Cruise war Maja. Sie ist sehr erfahren, engagiert, freundlich und hilfsbereit. Sie gab allen Teilnehmenden bei den Landausflügen ausreichend Zeit für Fragen oder Fotos und hat uns immer wieder auf kleine Besonderheiten hingewiesen, die wir ansonsten übersehen hätten. Wir wurden jeden Abend von ihr ausführlich über das Programm des nächsten Tages informiert und der Tages-Plan wurde am Hauptdeck ausgehängt. Maja hat es auch ermöglicht, dass wir den Tag auf Santa Cruz ohne die Reisegruppe verbringen konnten, da ich am Morgen einen Termin in Santa Cruz hatte. Zusammenfassend muss ich sagen, dass wir hochzufrieden mit der professionellen Reisebetreuung sind
I researched our Galapagos trip extensively before I decided to use Cometa and the yacht Angelito and I was thrilled with that choice. The staff at Cometa were responsive and professional. They carefully organized all vouchers and tickets before the trip began and communication was excellent and clear. The cruise itself was unforgettable. The crew of Angelito I. was caring and professional. The way the days are organized was ideal, with plenty of activity as well as time for rest to escape the hottest part of the day. The food was excellent with attention given to both dietary preferences and allergies. The yacht and our cabin were comfortable. The standout was our guide, Rocio. We appreciated her extensive knowledge of the Galapagos, her kindness, her passion for nature, and that she still demonstrated a true love to imparting her knowledge and sharing her passion even after many years as a guide. This was the trip of a lifetime and I am grateful to Cometa and Angelito I. for making it so. Sincerely, Lacey. Cruise 22-29 December 2020
Dear Angelitos, What a lovely way to start the week! THANK YOU to you and all the team for the wonderful care you took of our guests as always! … Our week spent in the Galapagos was beyond expectations! The Angelito is a lovely boat and ALL the staff is so friendly, welcoming and helpful, but yet completely unobtrusive. We cannot praise the whole experience highly enough. Their attention to detail is amazing. They made the whole holiday unforgettable. The food is fantastical and the snacks available on return to the boat are just great, and very welcome, along with the lovely warm soft towel after snorkeling. Rocio, our naturalist, was great, and so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She must have seen so much but made it seem as though it was the first time she had seen whatever she was showing us. Her explanations were clear, she answered all questions and gave great recaps and presentations in the evenings. The days were full. We had little spare time but did not feel rushed. The pace felt relaxed, but we packed a lot into the day. We couldn’t fault any aspect of this holiday, and would readily recommend to others, in fact, we already have! With our very best wishes, Judy & David, December 2019
Hallo Bruna, Bin wieder zurück auf dem Festland nach einer tollen Woche an Bord der Yacht ANGELITO Das Reise-Tagebuch ist dick von vielen schönen Einträgen und viele Fotos hab ich von den Inseln mitgenommen, wobei die "besten Fotos" noch immer die sind, die in meine Erinnerung eingebrannt wurden. Auf manchen Inseln bekam ich einen Eindruck, wie wohl die Welt ausgesehen haben muss bevor der Mensch den Planeten betrat. ... eure Zuverlässigkeit und Präzision der Vorbereitung der Woche habe ich ausserordentlich genossen! Gruss nochmal ans ganze Team zu Lande und zu Wasser. Bis dann irgendwann Peter
