In this version of our "A Day Under..." series, your itinerary includes a visit into the underground Tuneles near Bellavista, a stop at a private farm in the highlands and a visit to the remote Playa de Garrapatero, only accessible by private taxi hire. Now that we have that out of the way, here's our … Continue reading A Day Under $100: Isla Santa Cruz – Version C
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A Day Under $75: Isla Santa Cruz – Version B
In this version of our "A Day Under..." series, your itinerary includes a self-paced tour of the Charles Darwin Research Station, animal spotting from the shore and piers near Academy Bay, a snorkel and beach stop with marine iguanas at Playa de la Estacion and a visit with the local (animal) fish purveyors at the … Continue reading A Day Under $75: Isla Santa Cruz – Version B
A Day Under $75: Isla Santa Cruz – Version A
In this version of our "A Day Under..." guides, you will hike through a forest of towering opuntia cacti perfect for birding, watch marine iguanas enjoy the surf and sand of Playa Brava, snorkel or kayak in Playa Mansa, learn about renewable energy initiatives on the islands at el Centro de Informacion de Energia Renovable … Continue reading A Day Under $75: Isla Santa Cruz – Version A
Checking the Galápagos Off Your Bucket List
So, you want to go to the Galápagos Islands? This locale is on many bucket lists and for a good reason - the islands are a place of wonder even to the well-traveled...but it is notoriously expensive to visit. There are some important reasons that prices tend to be high, but here's the good news … Continue reading Checking the Galápagos Off Your Bucket List