The surrounding waters teem with large schools of fish, turtles, manta rays, many different species of sharks, dolphins and even the famously elusive whale sharks. The hub of most activity in the Galapagos, this is the largest town of the archipelago.
Alternatively, you could spend the day lazing along the seafront listening to the seagulls and calls of the sea lions. Born in England, with a few family roots from Bavaria, and a special fondness for Scandinavia I've always been a bit of a restless soul. My first true adventure began as a six month voyage around South East Asia as a fresh faced backpacker and ever since I've lived a semi nomadic existence, clocking up visits to over 40 countries. I'm a lover of US Road Trips, deserted beaches bathed in warm glow of a sunset, Cuban mojitos, travel destinations far away from the tourist crowds and all things Scandinavian - from cloudberry liquors to Nordic noirs.
When not wandering the world, you'll find me walking my rescue dog in leafy South West London, strolling around the Brighton Laines on random day trips, hunting for photogenic landscapes or daydreaming about returning to my favourite places; Havana, Copenhagen, Italy, Thailand and the frozen landscapes of a wintry Iceland. Share Tweet Pin Email. Becky Moore Born in England, with a few family roots from Bavaria, and a special fondness for Scandinavia I've always been a bit of a restless soul.
The Galapagos has been on my list for such a long time! Some visitors decide to take cruises which are tailored for photographers and the slower pace allows for amazing photo opportunities. A few years ago wildlife experts were approached by the USA Today newspaper and asked to name the 10 best places in the world for wildlife. The Galapagos Islands won and you have to believe that part of the reason is due to how you can get so up close and personal with all the wildlife — a feature that children absolutely love.
So what would be the most memorable experiences in the Galapagos? What will you see that will stay with you forever? Perhaps it will be snorkelling with curious sea lions, perhaps it will be the extraordinary quantity of wildlife at every turn, the mixture of a luxury yacht cruise and continual wildlife sightings, maybe seeing giant tortoises in the misty Santa Cruz highlands or laughing at the absurd mating rituals of the albatrosses and blue-footed boobies or perhaps just seeing your children fully engaged — for once — in the engrossing experience known as a Galapagos Cruise.
Skip to content. Home Galapagos Guide Why travel to Galapagos? There are a number of things to keep in mind when looking for your perfect Galapagos cruise. You can think of these as useful hacks for choosing the best Galapagos Cruise. Land-based options, on the other hand, can offer you the peace, tranquility, and relaxation you need if your aim is to get away, do a little exploring, and enjoy some valuable time and relaxation in a truly incredible place.
If this is the case, comfort is key. Also, you will want to dedicate a day or two to seeing the coastline and wildlife via boat. There are numerous day excursions one can take from the larger, inhabited islands. Some of these properties even have their own yacht. The important things to consider when selecting a land-based option are: whether they offer scheduling of day trips, whether they have exploration tools and equipment for different activities biking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, surfing , and which of these and other activities are guided.
In the archipelago, only licensed, experienced divers with 25 logged dives or more can participate in this activity, unless, as a rare exception, the licensed diver is evaluated and approved by an expert guide.
There are two options; either live-aboard diving cruises with typical week-long itineraries, offering three dives per day, but no land visits, or day excursions, diving off a small yacht.
For scuba aficionados, this destination is undoubtedly a must. Book your Galapagos tour this with Metropolitan Touring, today! In the wake of this recognition, being a place that is so popular and beautiful, yet fragile and delicate requires some really intense conservation efforts. Environmental responsibility is enshrined in many of the people that live and work in the archipelago.
Given the vast amount of stakeholders, some with competing interests fishing and tourism industries vs. A law was passed in to control fishing and over-exploitation in the Galapagos, recognizing the waters in and around the archipelago as a vital Biosphere Reserve.
The protection of the islands and oceans became the responsibility of the Galapagos National Park Service GNP , which was established in and is currently celebrating its 60 th year.
One thing to understand is that the Galapagos are not as heavily transited as you might think. Thanks to a limited number of vessels, hotels, and yearly visitors, the Galapagos National Park Service can more efficiently monitor and regulate travel and activity in the region. The regulations and participation of various operators in joint conservation efforts is a particularly good thing.
As an example, the GNP recently relocated about marine iguanas from North Seymor to neighboring Santiago Island at the beginning of Until , Santiago Island had been overrun by feral pigs, cats, and rodents. Be sure to click here for more Galapagos Information. Need an extra reason to visit the Galapagos? In the heart of this city center is San Francisco Plaza , a historically important area filled with activity and flanked on one side by its namesake church and convent, and on another, by the recently transformed historic mansion that is now the Casa Gangotena Boutique Hotel.
Whether traveling through on your way to or from the Galapagos, it is worth considering a quick stop in Quito.
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