I learned 10 things to know before going to the Galapagos while I was there. Even though I researched, read other bloggers' ...

Things to do on the Galápagos Islands include spending time with local wildlife and hiking to the rim of one of the world's ...

Organized snorkeling and diving tours are offered by companies like Scuba Iguana, Wreck Bay Dive Center and Pahoehoe Galapagos Tours. Fees vary by company, location and tour, but expect to pay at ...

A diver's journey to the Galapagos Islands aboard a small expedition ship. Diving with sharks, turtles, sea lions, rays and ...

The best way to explore the Galapagos Islands is to “live aboard” a ship that efficiently repositions overnight at key destinations, maximizing the time spent in nature, hiking and snorkeling.

The Galapagos are mostly all about animals, all the time—whether on land or in the water. You’ll see animals in guided land hikes, on beaches, in the sky, and by snorkeling or diving in the water.

Perched on the edge of a rugged inflatable boat, I slip on my flippers and my snorkeling mask, then jump feet-first into the cerulean waters below. Swimming alongside fellow travelers from the MS ...

Lunch, snacks and drinks are served on board. We suggest bringing your snorkeling gear with you. Located 600 miles off the Ecuadorian coastline of South America, the Galápagos Islands are the gems of ...

There will be many opportunities to snorkel and dive, and catch a glimpse of creatures like giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies and marine iguanas. Four larger islands – Santa Cruz, Isabela ...

It's also considered one of the top snorkeling spots on the islands ... IGTOA, the International Galapagos Tour Operators Association, is a non-profit organization made up of travel companies ...

Zodiacs launched from either vessel take you to reefs where you can snorkel with 306 species of fish or to beaches where sea turtles nest. Each excursion is customized according to the group’s ...

“You get the chance to see some plants and animals that exist only in that part of the world. You develop the mindset of a biologist through observations while hiking, biking, snorkeling, kayaking, ...