Galapagos Islands

Named after the giant tortoises that live there, the "Enchanted Isles" of the Galapagos lie six hundred miles off the coast of Ecuador. Consisting of eighteen volcanic islands and forty islets, Galapagos is Ecuador's largest and most impressive national park. Its unique ecosystem sustains extraordinary plant, animal, and geological diversity. Sea lions, dolphins and penguins make up some of the more predictable Galapagos wildlife, while the rare blue-footed boobies and, of course, the legendary Galapagos turtles command the interest of the most experienced wildlife observer. This fascinating environment creates an opportunity for unprecedented wildlife contact and fabulous photos. Exploring the very islands that inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution is an unforgettable experience.