Galapagos Islands
Galapagos by custom-made yacht: Sailing the world's most remarkable volcanic 'hot spot'
Around 95 per cent of the Galapagos is protected, with 3 per cent set aside for its 30,000 inhabitants.
- by Kate Armstrong
Galapagos Islands, Ecuador: What to do about too many tourists?
It is supposed to study nature but The Charles Darwin Foundation is increasingly looking at how to curb overtourism.
- by Rob McFarland
Galapagos Islands Ecuador: Land-based programs are the new way to see the wonders of the Galapagos
Need more flexibility, or sea legs a little shaky? These land-based programs could be for you.
- by Rob McFarland
Galapagos Islands: Cruise on boutique eco-ship MV Theory
A Galapagos Islands cruise operator has environmental concerns front of mind.
- by Sally Macmillan
The Galapagos Islands: Inside a lava tunnel on Santa Cruz
It's a weird feeling standing in the dark belly of a lava tunnel where the Earth's fiery core once roared.
- by Annie Dang
Snorkelling in the Galapagos Island: A magical underwater world revealed
Marine iguanas forage for algae on a bed of volcanic rocks, sea lions corkscrew playfully through the water - snorkelling in the Galapagos Islands is just like being in a nature documentary.
- by Catherine Marshall
The Galapagos cruise: Come for the wildlife, stay for the thrilling landscape
Wildlife may be the main attraction, but the Galapagos Islands offer so much more, writes Tatyana Leonov.
- by Tatyana Leonov
Galapagos Islands travel tips and things to do: Twenty reasons to visit the Galapagos Islands
The beauty about cruising around the Galapagos Islands is that the panoramas are constantly changing.
- by Tatyana Leonov
Galapagos Island cruise tour: From hell on Earth to paradise
When first discovered, these islands were considered hell on earth. Centuries later, they're now recognised as a unique paradise.
- by Craig Platt
Finch Bay Eco Lodge, Galapagos Islands review: Galapagos on your doorstep
With limits on the number of ships allowed to cruise the islands, basing yourself on land is a good alternative.
- by Craig Platt
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