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What are the differences between dry and wet landing on the Galapagos Islands? One of the experiences one can enjoy in the Galapagos trips while being on one of the famous Galapagos cruises or speedboats, you will experience at some point a “dry and wet landing”, this is due to the island’s conditions. Galapagos islands […]

The most dangerous risk of all is the risk of spending your entire life not doing the things you love, in the hope that you can purchase yourself the freedom to do it later. In fact, according to a study by, one of the biggest regrets shared is “not traveling enough.” Most of people wished […]

Plastic Regulations in Galapagos On April 25th, 2018 the Galapagos National Park Authority announced the enforcement of a new policy regarding the use of plastic disposable bags, bottles, Styrofoam containers and straws. The goal of this strategy is primarily to protect the environment; and also, for public health, according to Mrs. Lorena Tapia, member of […]

On June 26, 2018, the largest volcano in the Galapagos Islands and one of the most active volcanoes in the world began to erupt. Volcano Sierra Negra is located at Isabela Island, which is the biggest island of the archipelago. According to the Ministry of Environment of Ecuador and the Galapagos National Park Authority, approximately […]

Traveling to Galapagos with kids is not just a once in a lifetime adventure, it’s an education for the entire family wherein nature becomes the classroom. There is so much to see, so many family-friendly places to go, and a fantastic range of family activities to enjoy in the Galapagos Islands. Children of all ages […]

One of the most common questions that our passengers ask, and one that is difficult for us to answer is “which is the best Galapagos Cruise?” That’s because the answer depends on the travelers´ interests, budget, and availability. With approximately 100 vessels sailing along the Galapagos archipelago, the categories of Galapagos boats are quite diverse. […]

The origin of the Galapagos History Floreana Island has, arguably, the most interesting human history of all of the Galapagos Islands. Interesting enough Floreana was the home for the first post office in 1793 and the first resident of the Galapagos in 1807 and the first to be colonized by Ecuadorians in 1832, which did […]

The Galapagos treasure One of the younger islands, Isabela Island was formed by the joining of six shield volcanoes — from north to south — Ecuador, Wolf, Darwin, Alcedo, Sierra Negra, and Cerro Azul. All of the volcanoes except Ecuador are still active, but not directly dangerous to humans. Eruptions have been recorded in the […]

The snorkeling paradise San Cristóbal is the fifth largest island of the Galapagos. It is comprised of four fused volcanoes, all extinct. It is home to many government offices, an Ecuadorian Navy facility, and an airport. There are approximately 5,400 residents, making it home to the second largest human population in Galapagos, after Santa Cruz. […]