On day 3 of my cruise which began in this post, we landed at South Plaza Island, one of the smallest in the Galapagos archipelago off the coast of Santa Cruz. Its large colonies of sea lions, birds and iguanas are impressive for its humble size, making it a worthwhile stop. This is how we […]
Galapagos Islands: Off to Sea
With 26 endemic species, the Galapagos Islands are home to some of the most abundant and diverse wildlife in the world. They attracted the attention of Charles Darwin, who sailed through the islands on the HMS Beagle in 1835. He spent only three weeks on shore. Nearly 25 years later, he published ‘The Origin of […]
Galapagos Islands: Santa Cruz Island
Last month, I headed south and set foot on the Galapagos archipelago, the most unique and enchanting islands known to wildlife and geology enthusiasts. On my own and with no plans except my first night in a hotel, I took each day as it came… and how rewarding it was. This is my first post […]