Galapagos Islands Stories

Galapagos Fun Facts for Children (And Grown Up Kids!)—Part 1

One of the most magical, real life places on earth for children is the Galapagos Islands. The archipelago, located nearly 600 miles off of the coast of...

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That Magic Otavalo Overload

This post was written by Natural Habitat Adventures Chief Exploratory Officer Olaf Malver. Read more of Olaf's fascinating travel anecdotes on his regular...

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Renewables Energize a Sustainable Future for the Galapagos Islands

This is the summer of exciting initiatives and new, hopeful directions for the future of the Galapagos Islands. In March, Ecuadorian President signed a decree...

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Ecuador Appoints Woman Director of Galapagos National Park

Ecuador is making significant strides in a progressive approach toward conservation and diversity. In March, President Correa designated an additional...

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Rediscovery of ‘Extinct’ Giant Tortoises in the Galapagos Islands

The Galápagos Islands, famed for the adaptive wonders of its unique species, had humble beginnings with just 15 original species evolving to make the islands...

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Get Down & Boogie with a (Blue-footed) Booby!

For many, experiencing Galapagos boobies—a rather funny named bird—are a highlight of any trip to this enchanted archipelago. It may be because of their...

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Top Galapagos Islands Birds to See (Part Two)

In part one of this article, we looked at Galapagos Finches, three species of boobies (blue-footed, red-footed and masked), and the giant waved albatross....

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Top Galapagos Islands Birds to See (Part One)

When asked what my favorite part of the Galapagos Islands is, I never know quite where to begin, as the surreal landscapes and friendly wildlife are all so...

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10 Reasons to Kayak the Galapagos

In past posts, I've made the case for why it's far better to explore much of the natural world from inside a kayak, rather than aboard a behemoth cruise...

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Unplugged, Unreachable and Overjoyed

“Life takes on new meaning away from civilization,” said our naturalist guide, Roberto Plaza, as we walked down a quiet Galapagos Islands path on the first...

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Natural Habitat Guides Top List of Best in Galapagos

At Natural Habitat Adventures, we pride ourselves in our commitment in to excellence in service on all of our trips, and our devotion to wildlife conservation...

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Biodiversity Hotspots Discovered on Galapagos Expedition

The Galapagos Islands are typically known for Charles Darwin’s “survival of the fittest” theory and the species richness of its unique wildlife—60% of all...

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“Galapagos 3D: Nature’s Wonderland” An IMAX Adventure for All

With family in town for the holidays and trying to find an activity we could all enjoy, I noticed that Galapagos 3D: Nature’s Wonderland, an IMAX production,...

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7 Simple Steps for Green Travel

We know that Natural Habitat Adventures travelers are passionate about our planet’s wild places, because that’s where you find your inner sustenance. Well,...

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A Conservation Success Story in Galapagos National Park

In the Galapagos National Park, you’re not allowed to come within six feet of an animal, but it’s nearly impossible to follow this rule. One of the incredible...

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A Turtle’s Eye View of the Galapagos

As I dip my paddle into the clear turquoise water of the Galapagos Islands, something catches my eye beneath the surface: gliding gracefully below me is a...

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Scientists Discover a Brand New Species of Galapagos Giant Tortoise

Recent genetic tests performed on two groups of about giant tortoises living on the island of Santa Cruz has revealed the existence of a brand new species....

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What to Bring on Your Galapagos Adventure

This is a guest post by Julie Waggoner, Marketing Intern at Natural Habitat Adventures. So after months of admiring photos and looking for the right trip,...

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