Planning Your Galapagos Adventure
The Quasar Evolution Yacht has long been one of Quasar’s most distinctive Galapagos expedition yachts. With its classic lines and distinctive presence—unlike most vessels in the Galapagos—the Quasar Evolution transports guests back to the Golden Age of Travel, exactly as the company’s owners originally intended. Today, following its most recent …
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The Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island is a scientific research and conservation center where Galapagos visitors can learn about efforts to protect giant tortoises, endemic wildlife, habitats, and the archipelago’s unique ecosystems. The Galapagos National Park system consists of approximately 95% of…
January is a great time to visit the Galapagos for warm weather, warmer and generally calmer seas, snorkeling, and seasonal wildlife activity. It also marks the beginning of green sea turtle nesting season and falls within an active breeding period for many land birds and…
Some of the best beaches in the Galapagos include Gardner Bay on Española, James Bay on Santiago, Rábida Beach, Punta Cormorant on Floreana, and Darwin Bay on Genovesa. Together, they showcase white, black, red, and green-tinted shores alongside the extraordinary wildlife that makes Galapagos 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…
Is the Galapagos a good honeymoon destination? Yes. The Galapagos is ideal for couples who want both romance and adventure, combining intimate yacht cruising with extraordinary wildlife, secluded landscapes, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, and memorable evenings onboard. Couples can even honeymoon aboard the historic Grace Yacht,…
When is the best time to snorkel in the Galapagos? You can snorkel year-round, but December through May generally offers warmer water and calmer seas, while June through November brings cooler, nutrient-rich currents and different marine wildlife opportunities. Some standout snorkeling locations include Punta Espinosa,…