Galápagos is a rare and wild place. With few natural predators, the wildlife here has never had reason to fear visitors, so they go about their normal routines in the presence of humans. Birds are oblivious to hikers walking past them on trails, and sea lions lounge next to our guests on white sand beaches.
It is the only way to explore the islands, the wildlife and what's under the sea -- and make exciting daily discoveries. Experience Galápagos for yourself.
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Galápagos is a rare and wild place. With few natural predators, the wildlife here has never had reason to fear visitors, so they go about their normal routines in the presence of humans. Birds are ob...
Galápagos is a rare and wild place. With few natural predators, the wildlife here has never had reason to fear visitors, so they go about their normal routines in the presence of humans. Birds are ob...
Been there, the islands and the inhabitants, are awesome. However, I hope Ecuador's government continues to control access. The islands are a fragile ecosystem and need protection.
2Start1: Been there, the islands and the inhabitants, are awesome. However,
i would love to go to the galapagos and quietly revel in their extraordinary natural wonder. but the best way to keep that natural wonder is to keep away
karen_lyons_kalmenson: i would love to go to the galapagos and quietly
Please be careful in encouraging people to take tours in the Galapagos. If you truly want to inform people, you should note that 170,000 people visited Galapagos last year, a statistic that most scientist feel is too high for theecoystem. It would also be informative to know the new regulations effective February 1st limit cruises from going to the same location within 14 days and what its effect has been or hasnt been on tourism. Interestingly, tours like this only advertise itineraries with a represenative sampling of islands, which impacts animals seen. If someone is really interested in a "panoramic, active and immersive adventure", I highly encourage them to give back and volunteer to conserve the Galapagos, as I have done. Some how without ever taking more than a public ferry and day trips, I have managed to see all major animals (OK..all minus a flightless comorant). While volunteering you understand the microcosm of habitats and challenges Galapagos has, something that isnt cant be done a sea based tour alone, and with a struggling ecosystem is important in ANY visitor if Galapagos will exist for future generations. Trips of this sort can be arranged by locally run companies that are focused on sustainable travel and can include meeting at the airport. Guides, which are required to be Residents, are all certified and of the highest quality if they are allowed to take tourist to the Parks. Please think of your impact before coming to Galapagos.
espera: Please be careful in encouraging people to take tours in
Now my recollection is that the only reason Flamingos are pink is when they are fed specific foods that make them pink. It doesn't happen naturally. Hmmm. I'm sure the quadruple decker cruise ship in the background shot makes things really attractive for the species that still manage to survive despite human meddling.
The Blue footed Booby is certainly beautiful.
Glassman: Now my recollection is that the only reason Flamingos are
I'm of the opinion that abiotic factors of the planet (have you seen the gorgeous geological features of caves?) can be beautiful as well, but I totally agree with you that life is a fascinating thing in all its forms. It all works together and just happens to produce the resources we need to survive, but it certainly is beautiful in its own right as well. We would do well to stop taking too much advantage of the system.
bmutc01: I'm of the opinion that abiotic factors of the planet
I agree with the two comments below me. We will soon eliminate all these hapless animals. Heck we are gradually going extinct as a species ourselves. We are running out of resources.
emphatico: I agree with the two comments below me. We will
Enjoy it while it lasts you wild animals because your island will be developed to become a tourist hot spot and the only thing wild will be drunken college girls on spring break.
pcpc: Enjoy it while it lasts you wild animals because your
Enjoy the beauty while you can. I fully believe as our numbers swell past the 7 billion mark we're going to begin seeing extinction after extinction . . .
TestleWod_Knopchucks: Enjoy the beauty while you can. I fully believe as
Equador does a fantastic job in managing the islands
The Blue footed Booby is certainly beautiful.