You have made the most important decision of your life and joint your life forever with your other half. Now is when a new life begins, when new dreams will become true. And what better way to celebrate it than with a wedding celebration, and with the perfect Honeymoon in the Galapagos Islands. But, why […]
The Galapagos Islands is a dream destination. Who hasn’t seen one of the many Galapagos TV specials featuring jolly sea lions, majestic giant tortoises, and beautiful fish and not wanted to come? Since the 1960s visitors have been flocking to the Galapagos. But what is the best way to see the Galapagos Islands? There are three basic options: small ships, large […]
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And indeed even in Galapagos Christmas a very special season and one of the most demanded seasons by tourists. For this reason, it is important to plan really in advance if you want to be in the Galapagos for Christmas and New Year. Unlike major cities, or […]
When you finally take your trip of a lifetime and visit the Galapagos Islands, you have the option of arriving at one of two islands: San Cristobal Island, or Baltra Island. The San Cristobal Island is very close to town, but landing at the Baltra Island airport means transferring from Batra airport to Puerto Ayora. Baltra Island is located just […]
“In a few days time the Beagle will sail for the Galapagos Islands. I look forward with joy and interest to this, both as being somewhat nearer to England and for the sake of having a good look at an active volcano.” Charles Darwin Letter to J.S Henslow, July, 12, 1835. Charles Robert Darwin was […]
Picture by: Mountain Leon Somewhere in between the Pacific Ocean, laying over 600 miles off the beaches of South America, you can find one of the most wonderful and pristine places on the face of the Earth; The Galapagos Islands, a natural haven worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.Therefore, and considering this is […]
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? Endemic animals are only found in Galapagos: the marine iguana is one example. Native animals are found naturally in Galapagos and elsewhere: the Frigatebird is a good example. Introduced […]
Those who really know the Galapagos Islands generally give the same advice; the best way to see the islands is on a live-aboard cruise. There are many benefits including the chance to see more Galapagos Islands with their unique species, comfort, value, adventure, great food and facilities and more, however; many people who have gone on […]