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Galapagos Islands

  • March 5, 2007
  • Rated 5 of 5 by adf from Prescott, Arizona
Galapagos Islands

One of the two most diverse places for diving I've ever been (the other being New Guinea). Penguins, marine iguanas, mola mola, galapagos and hammerhead sharks, whale sharks (in season) and a plethora of sea life, including playful porpoises and seal lions. Chilly water, but worth the heavy gear.

From journal Elemental Ecuador

Galapagos Islands

  • March 5, 2007
  • Rated 5 of 5 by adf from Prescott, Arizona
Galapagos Islands

As there are separate journals describing the Galapagos, I will keep this entry brief. The Galapagos are one of the premier sights on the planet... both above and below the water... and should not be missed by any visitor to Ecuador. In fact, they are often the main reason people visit the country.

The islands live up to their billing. Spectacular volcanic landscapes are complimented by the famous fearless fauna, from the birds that come right up to you or don't fly away to the lazy seals and marine iguanas on the beaches. Not to be missed.

From journal Elemental Ecuador

The Galopagos Islands

  • February 22, 2003
  • Rated 4 of 5 by birdnfool from Dickinson, Texas
The Galopagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands are located 600 miles west of Ecuador and offer some of the most spectacular wildlife found anywhere in the world. Nowhere else on this planet will you find penguins that live on the equator (the Galapagos penguin) or iguanas that swim and feed in the ocean (the marine iguanas)! Because these islands have only recently been invaded by man, the literally thousands of animals that inhabit the islands have never learned to fear us. This means that you can literally walk right up to hundreds of blue-footed boobie birds, red-footed boobie birds, masked boobie birds, albatross, penguins, land iguanas, marine iguanas, lava lizards, sea lions, fur seals, magnificent frigate birds, flamingos, 13 species of finches, tropic birds, lava gulls, giant tortoises, and flightless cormorants.The marine life which inhabits the waters that surround the Galapagos Islands is just as fantastic as the wildlife found on shore, making Galapagos one of the premier dive destinations in the world.

From journal Galopagos

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Galapagos Islands

  • December 9, 2001
  • Rated 4 of 5 by Luchonda from Ghent, Belgium
Galapagos Islands

It is just unique to visit those "Vulcanous Islands" and there inhabitants. Discovered only 500 years ago by the Bishop of Panama. The first "landing" on one of the Islands was impressive. Birds and Sea-lions were laying down asking -"Do i know your kind of specie?"

There are afraidless and have only natural enemies. Follow 100% of the local guide instructions and paths (no leaving of food or Cola Cans). Every Island has its specific fauna or flora. Watch and picture the birds like "Jan Van Gent", "Cormorants", "Albatross" and "Frigate Birds". Visit the giant tortoises. In the program you can visit different places- each unique - and last but not least - relax in the evening on the boat "Ambassador". You'll feel like you're in Paradise - literally.

From journal The Galapagos Islands - back to the past !

Snorkeling

  • October 15, 2000
  • Rated 3 of 5 by Adelaide from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
In some of the stops in our cruise, we had time to snorkel. One of the most exciting moments was when our guide showed us a shark on the bottom of the sea! I was expecting more fish, but nevertheless it was interesting.

From journal Unique Galapagos

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