The tingly feeling in my fingers finally went away as soon as we touched ground in the Galapagos on TAME airlines! I was so relieved. I'm not going to die from AMS in Ecuador after all. (You must realize I am a bit of a drama queen by now!)
We were picked up by our guide from the airport to start our 5 day 4 night cruise of the Galapagos on the Seaman yacht. The boat didn't look that large from afar but it was quite spacious on board. Our cabin was small with a bunk bed but clean.
Before we even got on the boat, we already had our first sighting of a seal lounging on a bench at the harbor. The animals here are absolutely fearless of humans!
I was so excited!
After lunch and logistics, we docked near Bartolome and hopped on pangas to the island. The Panga is an inflatable motor raft that ferries people from where the ship has anchored to shore.
We had a couple hours here to swim and sunbathe. We're off to a such great start! This is one of my favorite Galapogos photos of all time. You get to swim with cute little penguins.
(The beach at Bartolome)
I have to warn that the water is a little cold however. Thankfully I'd purchased a short wet suite before hand. You can also snorkel here and see all kinds of fish!
After the swim it was back on the boat for a little bit as we sailed to another side of the island where we could ascend the summit trail just in time for sunset. There are some wooden stairs and a sandy pathway to the top.
The view from the top was spectacular. Here you can see all the peaks formed from volcanic activity. I'm really loving this place.
When we got back to the boat, we had some time to lie around on the deck followed by dinner and a briefing of the next day's activities. The chefs on board cook a variety of dishes. There's usually chicken, fish, vegetables, rice, potatoes, dessert and fruit. The style of cooking is homey and healthy. They are also very accommodating if you have food restrictions.
Deck for sunbathing and napping:
Dinner:
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I want to go...but apprehensive about how tourism has put pressure on the islands' floral/fauna and animals. :-)
So we may have to forgo it and live on your memories for now. :-)
wow, what an awesome trip! my friend got to spend a whole semester there studying the ecology. so jealous!
claire- oh my I'm jealous of your friend too :) it was an amazing time and I loved every minute of it. Studying there would have made biology class a lot more interesting.
inspira- yeah it's kinda controversial. the boats really do try their best not to pollute the waters. the trash is contained, use biodegradable soap etc. also when you are walking on the island they are very strict about you staying with in the path and staying 1 meter away from the animals (hehe). what's a little less comfortable for me was on the islands that were actually inhabited by people. Lots of development, they were building a big airport, pollution, locals feeding the birds .... but I don't want to pass judgment since the situation's complicated and the locals feel like they have a right to the place. education perhaps ...
Best time of the year to visit the Galapagos Islands?I was wondering when it would be the best time/season to visit the Galapagos Islands because im planning to go there myself.
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