Natural History

The Galapagos Islands are one of the greatest nature destinations on earth. This remote archipelago, 600 miles off Ecuador's coast, provided seeds for Darwin's theory of evolution.

Galapagos plants and animals differ not only from their continental relatives, but many species vary from one island to another. Most of the reptiles, including the giant Galapagos tortoise, many of the birds and a third of the shore fish are found here exclusively. The archipelago is considered a living laboratory, and the islands are under constant scientific study.

Recognizing the uniqueness of the Galapagos Islands, the government of Ecuador has set aside most of the land as a natural park; tourism is strictly regulated.

Our expedition is aboard a comfortable motor yacht accommodating 20 passengers. The yacht offers offers participants small group intimacy with privacy. While island hopping, our focus is observing and photographing wildlife.

Walk with penguins, sit at eye level with a giant tortoise, snorkel with sea lions. Galapagos animals have remarkably little fear of human presence and can be approached quite closely. Each expedition benefits from an experienced Galapagos trained guide.

Itinerary:

Day 1:
Quito, Ecuador.

Day 2: Fly to Galapagos

Day 2 thru 9: Ports of call include: Bartolome, James, Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Black Turtle Cove, Isabela, South Plaza and Hood.

Day 10: Fly to Quito.

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Park Guides: TBA

2008 DATES:
July 5-14, 2008
November 1-10, 2008
December 6-15, 2008

Cost: From $3,567(Cruise & domestic Ecuador Air only)

2009 DATES:
March 7-16
July 11-20
November 7-16
December 12-21
Additional dates Sat/Sun on space-available basis

Cost: From $4,273 (lCruise & domestic Ecuador air only)

Maximum group size: 20

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