We took a boat to Isabela Island and visited a marine iguana nesting area that was next to a channel marked “No swimming. Shark resting area.” And, indeed, there were several white-tipped reef sharks in the channel, visible from the trail that ran along it.
The marine iguanas – all four hundred of them – were busy digging nests in what looked like volcanic rubble that baked in the heat. In the middle of the iguanas, a sea lion lay resting.
Later, we snorkeled in the same area, sighting Spotted Eagle rays and Sting rays, sea turtles, hundreds of fish – and penguins. The Galapagos penguin is smaller than its Antarctic relatives, but it’s completely at home in the warm waters. Just to impress us with Galapagos biodiversity (in case we weren’t already), Sebastian later showed us pink flamingos. “How often,” he asked, “do you see penguins and flamingos in the same day?”
I spoke with at least a half dozen other travel companies, looking for a Galapagos cruise that fit our schedule and budget. Some companies could manage one or the other, but Erin was the only one who could do both. She found us the perfect cruise, at a fantastic price! And she has been quick and patient with responses to my many questions. So far, Adventure Life has been a fantastic company to work with!
Sandi T
2 weeks ago
Erin was patient, thorough, responsive, knowledgeable.
Karen Bukolt
3 weeks ago
Erin was responsive, knowledgeable, helpful, and ran through a few different choices with us. She got us a fabulous price on a trip, and made everything easy to do. And QUICK!!
Tina
1 month ago
From the initial meeting and planning process with our trip planner Jess, through to the finalizing of our itinerary, trip details and questions, I was very impressed with the professionalism, thoroughness, organization and attention to details. I would highly recommend Adventure Life to anyone looking to plan a unique travelling experience, knowing that the expertise and experience provided will result in a seamless trip of a lifetime.
Lynn Farquharson
1 month ago
Excellent suggestions I line with my desires on a Galapagos very last minute cruise.
Swift and professional guidance and assistance in booking the trip. Helped me realising a substantial saving.