Galapagos Islands

Description:

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: Arrive Guayaquil, Ecuador, overnight in hotel.

Day 2: Fly to Galapagos.  Board your vessel.

Day 10: Fly to Guayaquil and overnight in hotel.

Day 11:  Fly home.

Optional Extensions:

Machu Picchu, Peru