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A Complete Galapagos Wildlife Experience

Fernandina: Punta Espinoza
Fernandina: Punta Espinoza
An amazing journey through the magical Galapagos Islands on a beautiful ship! There were plenty of special experiences aboard the MV Origin. We had plenty of wildlife sightings on the many panga rides and explorations. We spotted birds and iguanas in Genovesa and snorkeled with sea lions and penguins. And to top it all off, we had an up-close and personal time with giant tortoises.
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The adventure begins! On a plane - and child free!!!

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Home sweet home - the MV Origin

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The adventure begins! On a plane - and child free!!!

Arrival into Quito: Rincon vs Wyndham

A question that often comes up from travelers is where to stay during their first night in Quito. If you are doing more than one night pre- or post-cruise, there is no question – you should stay downtown. However, where should you stay if you just have a quick overnight?



There are two options located closer to the airport that do not …
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Isabela: Urbina Bay

Penguins, Iguanas and Turtles, Oh My!

After a rough panga ride this morning (when passengers were getting sick overboard), the snorkeling activity in the same rough waters did not appeal to many on the trip. The guides emphasized that the waters were not suited for most, and you would need to be a strong swimmer in order to participate in the snorkel. Kepler decided to stay behind, …
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Genovesa - Prince Philip's Steps

Genovesa – A Post-Apocalyptic Birder's Paradise!

Our first full day was spent exploring the remote island of Genovesa – an island that is not found on my itineraries but is high on every visitor’s wish list. We made the transit overnight, awaking to find ourselves anchored inside the volcano’s caldera, with giant cliff walls towering overhead.



A day at Genovesa is the …
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Fernandina: Punta Espinoza

The Land of Lizards

Fernandina, the newest island in the Galapagos archipelago, is mostly a barren black lava wasteland. But if you look closer, you’ll start to notice the black rock moving. The lava is alive with iguanas!



As we stepped ashore for our first visit to Fernandina, our guide had to laugh and shoo us along. You see, we had all stopped to snap …
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Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon

Swimming with Iguanas

Today’s snorkel was not the most amazing yet, but it was still interesting. We hopped into the pangas and made our way to the algae-covered rocks along the shore of Fernandina. We dropped into the water, murky with nutrients – the reason the critters in the area were going wild. Immediately, one person called out “penguin” …
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Home sweet home - the MV Origin

The Long and Rocky Nights

I have never dealt well with motion sickness. I read a sentence in a car, and I’m done in. So, I know my limits and have learned to start taking pills before these types of trips ever begin. I’ve learned what makes me too drowsy and what isn’t strong enough, and in the end, Bonine is my perfect companion. I chew one up each …
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Rabida - the land of red sand

A Perfect Snorkel Trip

I was happy with my trip overall but a little disappointed that we did not have the opportunity to swim with playful sea lions or with sharks. Those were two of my favorite elements from past adventures in the Galapagos, and I was really excited to share those experiences with my husband. As we prepared for our final snorkel experience of this …
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Highlands of San Cristobal - our first giant tortoise

Viewing Tortoises: Charles Darwin Station vs the Highlands

Many travelers insist they need an itinerary that visits the Charles Darwin Station, believing it will be an amazing stop on their journey. While the Darwin Station does some fantastic work in protecting and promoting endemic life on the Galapagos Islands, most of that work is done in areas that tourists are not allowed to visit. The section of …
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Santa Cruz: Cerro Dragon

The Big Question: East vs West

99% of travelers planning their Galapagos trip ask the same question: “Which islands are best?” The biggest comparison in question is between the western and eastern islands.



While it is the most commonly asked question, it is one that does not have a good answer. The honest-to-goodness truth is that both sides of the islands are …
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