Galapagos Islands Journals

Unique Galapagos

An October 1994 trip to Galapagos Islands by Adelaide

Masked boobies Photo - Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Quote: Words can hardly describe the feeling of being in the Galapagos Islands, where animals are unafraid of humans. On a boat trip, everyday we had a new adventure waiting for us on land or in the water.

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Unique Galapagos

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Brooding albatross Photo - Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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The landscape is fantastic, but no doubt the most exciting thing in Galapagos is the contact with the animals. We walked through a colony of sea lions and swam with their babies (they look like torpedoes when they're swimming!). We visited colonies of masked boobies and blue-footed boobies (witnessing their courtship ritual) and of nesting albatrosses and frigate birds. We roamed through sea iguanas basking on volcanic rocks and stepped into waters with baby sharks. We visited Charles Darwin Station, a research center that protects Galapagos' giant turtles, including Solitary Jorge, the last one of his species. We even saw penguins! The diversity of the archipelago is amazing. The nature guides that l...Read More

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MV Ambasador I

Hotel

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We contacted travel agencies in Quito by fax (Internet was not so popular back then!) and after studying the available itineraries and choices, we chose the Ambasador, a cruise ship dedicated to Galapagos trips. Because of a last minute change in the departure date, they upgraded us, so our cabin was a very good one, on a higher deck, far from the engine room. Despite the limited water supply, fresh towels were always available when we were back from the on-shore excursions. It has room for around 150 guests, but the normal occupation is about 100. Their website is http://www.ambasadorcruises.com/.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 15, 2000

MV Ambasador I
Av. República del Salvador No. 935
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
(593-2) 451522

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Galapagos Islands, Galapagos Marine Reserve and National Park

Attraction | "Snorkeling"

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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.

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Galapagos Islands, Galapagos Marine Reserve and National Park
972 Km West Of Ecuador
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Leon dormido

Attraction

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'Leon dormido' means 'sleeping lion,' and this is the name of a rock formation, because they look like one, depending on the position you look at them. It is more beautiful early in the morning or late in the afternoon, because the low sun enhances the shape and texture of the rocks.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 15, 2000

Leon dormido

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Bartolome Island (Isla Bartolome)

Attraction | "Bartolome Island's viewpoint"

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It offers spetacular views of the bay that is one of the postcards of the archipelago. The island was formed by lava flows. Great for sunset.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on October 15, 2000

Bartolome Island (Isla Bartolome)
Bartolome Island
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Charles Darwin Research Station

Attraction | "Charles Darwin Station"

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This is a research center where they study and help preserve the natural wonders of the Galapagos, especially the giant turtles. We could see the turtle hatching area, as they help recover the islands' turtle population, endangered specially by introduced species like goats and rats. Their souvenir shop is also good. Check their website at http://www.darwinfoundation.org/

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Charles Darwin Research Station
Academy Bay, Santa Cruz
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Extra images

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Pelican Photo - Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Here is one more image from the Galapagos. I plan to upload some more in the future, as I have so many beautiful slides from this magic place.

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Galapagos, a natural history

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This is a very good book I bought there, by Michael H. Jackson. It offers a lot of information about the fauna, flora and geology of the Galapagos. I highly recommed it.