Ecuador – Galapagos Islands
The remote volcanic Galapagos Islands are found 960km off the coast of Ecuador. Much of the land and all of the ocean territory is a national park. Not all of these beautiful islands are open to tourists, while others can only be visited by guided, licensed boats. Discover this wonderful archipelago of 50 islands on a yacht charter holiday of a lifetime.
The Galapagos are heaven for nature lovers; the wildlife that Charles Darwin once studied still thrives on the islands. These fearless native species, including Giant Galapagos Tortoises, live here without any natural predators. Under the sea is no different, with abundant fascinating marine life.
Unsurprisingly, the most popular activities in the Galapagos are snorkelling, scuba diving and guided tours. With white beaches and great swells, there is also plenty of surfing, swimming and sunbathing to do. For those that prefer a more relaxed pace, the tourist hub of Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island) also offers great shopping, fine restaurants and luxury hotels.
When to go:All year round; best time is December – June
High season:June – August
Must see:Wildlife is the main attraction
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