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Travel Highlights in The Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands

Travelling in The Galapagos Islands

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Things The Galapagos Islands is good for

Evolution

Charles Darwin arrived in Galapagos in 1835. Here he found a remarkable population of plants, birds and reptiles that had developed in isolation from the mainland, but also differed on almost identical neighbouring islands. These characteristics he could only explain by a gradual transformation of the various species and lead to the publication of his “Origin of the Species”

Fearless Wildlife

Having no natural predators for centuries the wildlife on Galapagos has become remarkably fearless. This has continued with the introduction of humans allowing visitors to come face to face with the animals. It is quite common for visitors to have to make way for a sea lion on the beach or will be forced away from a nesting site of a Blue-footed Booby.

Lonesome George

Galapagos’ most famous resident, Lonesome George is the last remaining sub-species of the Pinta Giant Tortoises, almost wiped to extinction by whalers in the 1900’s. Now currently residing in the Charles Darwin Research Station, researchers are trying to find a suitable mate and a sizeable reward is on offer for anyone who can do so.

Pinnacle Rock

The Galapagos’ most iconic site Pinnacle Rock is an eroded tuff cone protruding form the side of Bartolome Island. This lunar landscape edged by a white sand beach full of sea lions, blue water and stunning back drop is one of the highlights of a trip to Galapagos.

Volcanoes

Galapagos is often referred to as the land of fire. The western most islands are made up of active volcanoes and volatile activity is common place. When an eruption takes place, cruise vessels often divert their itinerary to enable passengers to get close to lava flows.

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If the opportunity is there to snorkel, do grab the chance. The underwater world of The Galapagos is astonishing, and in complete contrast to the Islands themselves.

 
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