Galapagos Islands travel reviews

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Galapagos Pelikano cruise by Mike and Donna

So, 4 nights and 5 days in the famous wildlife haven of Galapagos. Where do I start?

Thinking back about all the memories of this amazing trip has got me wondering how on earth I would fit everything in to just one or even two blogs? The constant wonder of seeing animals we had never seen before, the landscape and beautiful waters of the islands we visited, and the fun we had with both the people on the trip, and the crew aboard the Pelikano. All these things are buzzing round my…

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Added by Galapagos Journey Fleet on January 2, 2012 at 2:21pm — No Comments

Galapagos is the place to get away from it all

Escaping from everyday life and winding down is so easy to do in the Galapagos Islands. Actually, it's nearly impossible not to forget about the rest of the world.

From the moment you land in Quito or Guayaquil, you will experience a more laid back pace and will be invited to slow down.

By the time you arrive in Galapagos, you have stepped back in time to a place where the earth is almost untouched by humans. You have entered a dream in which you swim with penguins, sharks…

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Added by Galapagos Journey Fleet on December 1, 2011 at 11:11am — No Comments

Latin Trails will be improving its Galapagos Journey Fleet

Ecuador travel specialist company Latin Trails will be anouncing some important additions to the Galapagos Journey fleet!

Added by Galapagos Journey Fleet on November 28, 2011 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Reise ins Paradies/Journey to paradies

Galapagos – Die verzauberten Inseln –

Reisebericht über einen Traumurlaub im Paradies

Oder warum fliegt man eigentlich nach Ecuador?

Einleitung:

Als meine Freundin Doris im letzten Jahr verkündete, dass das Ziel Ihr nächstes Urlaubs

Ecuador sein sollte, da blickte…

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Added by Kerstin Franz on December 15, 2010 at 11:27am — No Comments

Planning Galapagos trip mid-later April 2011

Looking for a small boat cruise of at least 8 days, incl., snorkeling and perhaps even diving. There will be probably 4 -8 of us at least. We arent looking for luxury but comfort, good food, great guides and a super overall experience exploring the islands and seas around. Any recommendations would be highly appreciated. I would think we could get some sort of group rate. Any input is appreciated.

Added by rolf godon on July 20, 2010 at 8:54pm — 1 Comment

Darwin on my shoulder or what is that animal?

The flight over from th emainland of Equador was uneventful. Our magic silver bird, usually called an jet airplane flew down out of the clouds into the islands. From the air the land is the color of red and black and brown, some green. Arriving at the airport we shuffled through without problems, paid our fees and were off. 45 minutes later we are on the boat Archapel II and underway. Wow that was fast. But early afternoon we make a dry,as opposed to get-your-shoes-wet landing.

Added by michael g, mclaughlin on June 17, 2010 at 7:00pm — No Comments

On the Journey I

This was an amazing experience, a cruise in the Galapagos Islands on the Journey I, not to many people get to go on a cruise let alone in such an amazing place.

It was amazing landing at such a small airport getting off the plane and feeling the tropical weather hit you in an instant.

Passing through the airport took a bit sorting our paperwork paying the park fee but after that it was all fun and…

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Added by Vinicio on May 14, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Galapagos... a land like no other!

I have recently arrived back from the Galapagos Islands, and cannot stop telling people how much I love it. It is like no other place in the world, there is something so unique about here. Maybe it's the different landscapes in close proximity, or the plethora of animals who act more like humans, whatever it is I know Galapagos is somewhere I will return to again and again.…

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Added by Iona Hudson-Mackenzie on April 27, 2010 at 4:00pm — No Comments

Island Hopping

I want to tell you about my trip to Galapagos. I have a wonderful time in 4 days visiting the main Cities in Galapagos (Puerto Ayora y Puerto Baquerizo Moreno). I organize the Tour with Latin Trails. They optimized our time in our visits. Efficient and professional Work and everything was well coordinated.

In the first day I arrived in San Cristobal Island. I stayed at the Hotel Arena Blanca which was a excellent option. This Hotel is brand new and everything there is clean. good service,… Continue

Added by Xavier Mehler on April 14, 2010 at 1:24pm — No Comments

How to plan a trip to the Galapagos Islands?

I want to answer a very common question that is asked to us almost every day: How to start planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands?

The basics: The Galapagos Islands are an archipelago located 600 miles off the Pacific coast of South America, they are part of the country of Ecuador. They are situated on the Equator line, some Islands on the northern hemisphere, most Islands on the Southern hemisphere.…

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Added by Galapagos Journey Fleet on April 1, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments

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Added by Galapagos Journey Fleet on November 27, 2009 at 3:41pm — No Comments

DAY 1: Plazas Island

Plazas was great, we got off the Journey I and into a small speed boat to take us to land. My first Galapagos encounter was as brilliant as I could have imagined…we were greeted with sea lions and land iguanas EVERYWHERE. It was just incredible I have never seen anything like it in my life! The sea lions were all led out sunbathing on the rocks and some of the younger ones were playing in the sea, we walked a bit further into land and there were just hundreds of land iguanas sunbathing on… Continue

Added by Emily Loftus on September 11, 2009 at 12:19pm — No Comments

My Galapagos Crusie Experience of a Lifetime!

I got back from the Galapagos a few weeks ago now and it was the most amazing holiday I have ever had. I have always wanted to go the Galapagos Islands as ever since I can remember I have been fascinated by wildlife and there is something so special about seeing animals in their natural habitat.

So a few months back now I started watching the David Attenborough Galapagos programs and was hooked, I knew that I wanted to go but I didn´t know who with. The funniest thing was that in work I… Continue

Added by Emily Loftus on September 11, 2009 at 11:58am — No Comments

Galapagos cruise with my family

I have been really trying to get this blog out before, it finally is ready, we had such a great time in Ecuador and Galapagos!

It has been a lifetime dream for me to visit the Galapagos Islands, ever since my third grade biology class with Ms. Swanson, she had just gotten back from the Galapagos and she presented us with a slide show of the animals she had… Continue

Added by Marian Austin on August 21, 2009 at 6:37pm — No Comments

First Couple of Days in Galapagos

Galapagos is made up of many Islands, which are looked after by the Galapagos National park. For tourism purposes you can only visit a small number of these Islands, others are off limits to everyone.

The most popular itineraries include of course Baltra which is where one of Galapagos most important airports is located.

Baltra is a small Island that used mainly for tourist visits. It is located just north of Santa Cruz, Galapagos most famous Island.

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Added by Latin Trails on August 21, 2009 at 3:14pm — No Comments

"Galapagos" the voyage of a lifetime, last two days

By this point you have fallen in love with the Islands and you only have two more days left, don´t forget to take tons of pictures they will help you remember all the great times you had on these Islands.

Well you trip is almost at its end, you see yourself back in the everyday routine of home, but don´t get to discouraged of going back home, once your there you will start dreaming about coming back to this amazing archipelago, visiting a couple of more Islands and maybe staying a… Continue

Added by Latin Trails on August 21, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Galapagos at its best, fifth and sixth day on the Journey I

During the fifth and sixth day of your cruise, you will surrender yourself to the marvels and mysteries of the Islands you will fell as though you are part of the scenery and not just some one ”looking in”. By now you have seen animals and scenery that can only be described as “breathtaking”. But it’s not over yet you still have a couple more days to take in this amazing environment. So just sit back and relax as the Journey I glides you to your next visit site.

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Added by Latin Trails on August 21, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

What to expect next? Third and fourth day in Galapagos!

If the first two amazing days in Galapagos weren’t enough then your in for a treat because it is not over you still have 6 more wonderful days to go, that is if you booked the 8 day cruise if not your cruise might be coming to an end sooner than you expect, but don’t worry, even on a 4 day cruise you will be very content with everything that you see.

The next couple of days are spectacular, since you have gotten accustomed to the weather and the abundant Oxygen at Sea level you will… Continue

Added by Latin Trails on August 21, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Galapagos Dream Voyage - How to travel - next step!

If you took a look at my last post you know how to start a Galapagos Islands trip and what to expect. Now you just need to know when and how much to spend? This is a key factor for putting together a great trip,

First of all you must chose what category of ship or program(Island Hopping) you need, ships are divided into different categories; economic, tourist, tourist superior, first, Cruise ships( larger ships that carry more people than… Continue

Added by Latin Trails on August 21, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Important travel tips to get to the Galapagos Islands

If you are reading this it’s because there’s something inside you that wants to head to a tropical paradise and explore. Tons of people get this aching every day, but few act on it, if you’re the type that takes your instincts seriously and wants to see the world then you can’t miss out on the GALAPAGOS Islands but it can… Continue

Added by Latin Trails on August 21, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments