Author: Paul Schicke
The Galapagos Islands, an unparalleled destination teeming with unique wildlife and vivid stories of natural selection, have long been a cradle for scientific curiosity. For many, visiting this archipelago is an unforgettable adventure. Yet for one traveler, this journey became the inspiration behind a mission to ignite the same wonder …
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What a lot of people don’t know about the Galapagos, is that its' beaches offer the same sort of variety and beauty that its wildlife do. From long stretches of pristine white sand to hidden coves of black, green and red sand beauties, the beaches…
When you’re taking a once in a lifetime trip to the Galapagos, you want to make sure you’re seeing it at its best. Luckily, due to the Galapagos’ idealistic island weather, there’s really no wrong time to visit. If you can consider traveling to Galapagos…
Did you know that hundreds of thousands of giant Galapagos tortoises used to roam the Galapagos islands? Today, this number is down by about 90% due to hunting and the introduction of other invasive species. However, thanks to the efforts of the Galapagos National Park…
Do you remember the story of Lonesome George? He was the last known Galapagos Giant Tortoise from the island of Pinta that scientists were desperately trying to breed when he died in 2012. His death marked the extinction of the Pinta species of tortoise and…
Princess Grace thought the Galapagos Islands would be the perfect honeymoon destination. We totally agree! The Galapagos is a stunningly beautiful chain of volcanic islands with white sand beaches, gorgeous sunsets and the world’s most unique animals. Is there any better setting for a perfectly…
Unlike most wildlife destinations, there’s no wrong time to visit & go snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands! The islands are a treasure trove for adventurous travelers to get up close to exotic animals and aquatic life. With over 15,000 square miles of protected, marine reserve…