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Galapagos Visitor Site: Bartholomew Island

Galapagos Visitor Site: Bartholomew Island

It seems that everywhere you go in the Galapagos Islands, you see a postcard-perfect view in all directions.

Endemic Animals of Galapagos

Endemic Animals of Galapagos

Visitors to the Galapagos Islands will hear their guides talk about three different types of animals and plants. The terms used to describe them are endemic, native and introduced. What’s the difference?

Visitor Point: Las Grietas – SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Visitor Point: Las Grietas – SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Many people often wonder: What kinds of things can I do in the Galapagos Islands without a Naturalist Guide? The answer is:  lots!

The Galapagos Archipelago: Fernandina Island

The Galapagos Archipelago: Fernandina Island

The westernmost island, or Fernandina (British sailors named it "Narborough" but the Spanish name stuck), is the youngest.

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Internet Access in the Galapagos Islands

About 15 years ago, the electricity would shut off at 10 pm every night in the small towns on the [...]

24 Jun 2011
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Traveling July to December: What to Expect on the Islands Part II

From nesting Flightless Cormorants to Lava Lizard mating rituals, the latter half of the year is full of amazing animal [...]

17 Jun 2011
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Traveling January – June: What to Expect on the Islands Part I

The Galapagos Islands offer a vibrant environment of mating and reproduction cycles, migrating habits, and varying weather conditions. Many travelers [...]

10 Jun 2011
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Galapagos Islands: The New Six Day Itinerary

For years now, Galapagos Island cruises have done a standard eight-day voyage, divided for those who wish into a four [...]

3 Jun 2011
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