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2022 Galapagos Brochure 2022 GALAPAGOS GALAPAGOS ISLANDS LAND & SEA ~ THE COMPLETE EXPERIENCE 10 – 26 JAN 2022 ● 17 DAYS ● 14 GUESTS Experience all that the Galapagos Islands has to offer on a nature lovers and marine enthusiast's complete adventure. Nineteen remote islands make up the Galapagos archipelago and are among the most pristine and natural places on earth. Sprinkled almost 1000km off Ecuador's coast in the eastern Pacific Ocean, they are a UNESCO World Heritage site for both land and sea. The diverse and unique islands offer breathtaking landscapes, green highlands, volcanic peaks, powder white sandy beaches, and clear seas with magnificent underwater seascapes. Uninhabited by man for 150 years, has allowed wildlife to flourish. With a plethora of endemic birdlife and reptiles on land and an abundant sea filled with life and healthy vibrant reefs, made the Galapagos Islands the inspiration for Charles Darwin's ground-breaking 'Origin of Species' book published in 1859. Follow in Darwin's footsteps onboard our privately chartered yacht, with a specially designed 2-week itinerary to showcase why the Galapagos Islands are unlike any other place on earth. Start your journey in Quito, the capital of Ecuador. A lively mix of history and culture, blending indigenous styles, European and Moorish architecture in a city constructed on ancient Incan foundations. Fly to the Galapagos Islands and embark on our privately chartered yacht for what promises to be the ultimate exploration on land and sea of this unique and incredible island archipelago. Due to a lack of natural predators, the amount of life in and around the islands thrives. 80% of land birds, 97% reptiles and land mammals, 30% of plants, and over 20% of marine species are endemic to the Galapagos, found nowhere else on earth. Let our expert guides take you through the majestic volcanic islands and scenic bays inhabited by awe-inspiring wildlife. Due to the lack of human presence, the wildlife has no fear of humans, allowing for intimate interactions and sightings. For bird lovers, 22 out of the 29 resident land birds in Galapagos are endemic. Blue-footed and Red- footed booby's, cormorants, albatross, hawks, frigates, doves, flycatchers, herons, crakes, owls, and mockingbirds, to name just a few. Add to this, free-roaming giant tortoises, iguanas, and penguins, with sea lions and fur seals frolicking on the beach. The diverse geology of the islands has created a unique environment and an abundance of life. The Galapagos is home to the world's 2nd largest marine reserve and is hailed one of the top spots in the world to Scuba dive. After a week of island exploration, topside and snorkeling, take the plunge to see how the Galapagos earnt this reputation. The waters have given rise to a wealth of unique marine creatures where major ocean currents collide. The islands are home to the world's only marine iguana and the most northern-living penguin. Spot pelagic action close to shore and in the deeper waters. Dive amongst schooling Scalloped hammerheads, Silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, manta rays, Green sea turtles, Spotted eagle rays, barracudas, and tuna. Swim alongside fur seals, sea lions, and dolphins. Dive spectacular seascapes, through impressive arches, around volcanic rocks, plateaus, and ridges teeming with life. Combine your adventure with the mighty Amazon rainforest, the Avenue of volcanos, and the misty Cloud forests of Ecuador WWW.WILDEARTHEXPEDITIONS.COM 2 [email protected] CLICK TO VIEW IN GOOGLE MAPS HIGHLIGHTS • Explore the best of the land & sea that the Galapagos has on offer on a 2-week exclusive yacht journey • Dive amidst schooling Hammerheads, Galapagos- and Silky sharks on world renowned dive sites • Admire the endemic giant Galapagos tortoise roaming in its natural habitat • Explore cavernous underground lava tunnels and view the geological wonders of the volcanic islands • Stroll alongside marine iguanas basking in the sun, sea lions and fur seals frolicking on the beach • Swim alongside dolphins, mantas, sea turtles, the “Ocean sunfish” Mola-mola, and other large pelagic species • Take guided walks with local experts to spot land iguanas, penguins, nesting sea birds and endemic species like the Mockingbird, hawk and the Galapagos snake. GALAPAGOS ISLANDS – Land & Sea ~ The Complete Experience 10 - 26 JAN 2022 ● 17 DAYS ● 14 GUESTS Day 01 | Jan 10 Depart Home / En Route to Quito, Ecuador Day 02 | Jan 11 Quito / Welcome dinner Day 03 | Jan 12 Fly to Galapagos / Board M/Y Blue Spirit Day 04-16 | Jan 13 - 25 Explore the best of the Galapagos Islands above and below the water Day 17 | Jan 26 Disembark / International flights home WWW.WILDEARTHEXPEDITIONS.COM 3 [email protected] ITINERARY GALAPAGOS – LAND & SEA ~ THE COMPLETE EXPERIENCE Day 01. Jan 10, 2022. Depart Home / En route to Quito Airport, Ecuador Depart your home and journey to Ecuador, arriving into Quito international airport. We highly recommend arriving at least a day before the expedition departure so that you can acclimatize, are well-rested, and, most importantly, don’t miss the trip. We can assist you with booking extra nights at the 5* star Hotel Casa Gangotena or another hotel of your choice. Day 02. Jan 11, 2022. Quito / Welcome Dinner On arrival into Quito, transfer to the city center and the acclaimed 5* Hotel Casa Gangotena. Meet your Wild Earth expedition leaders and the rest of the Wild Earth Explorers for a special welcome cocktail and dinner. Overnight: Hotel Casa Gangotena (D) Day 03. Jan 12, 2022. Fly to Galapagos / M/Y Blue Spirit After breakfast, it is time to fly to the Galapagos and our home for the next two weeks, the superior class yacht M/Y Blue Spirit. The personalized service and expert guides combined with cozy cabins, spacious lounges, and dining areas and delicious food make this well-facilitated yacht the perfect base for our 2-week Galapagos adventure. The Galapagos Islands are renowned for their distinctive plant life, and an enormous number of native species present nowhere else in the world. We have designed this bespoke and unique itinerary to showcase the depth of beauty and wealth of life that is present in the Galapagos above and below the water. Overnight: MY Blue Spirit (B, L, D) Day 04 -16. Jan 13-25, 2022. Dive / Explore the Islands Below are examples of the islands that we plan to visit. The exact day to day itinerary is dependent on weather and sea conditions, so please note this is subject to change. With our planned bespoke itinerary and private charter, we have managed to obtain special permission to complete both the naturalist tours and the diving from the same yacht. Due to regulations, the first half of the sailing will be based on land tours/snorkeling, and the second week will be focused on diving to comply with the regulations and guidelines in the Galapagos Marine Reserve. Isabela Isabela, the largest island in the archipelago, was named in honor of Queen Isabela of Spain. It occupies 60% of the total landmass of the Galapagos, with the Equator passing directly through it. Two of the volcanos in Isabela, Wolf, and Cerro Azul reach above the cloud cover at 1707 meters (Wolf is the highest peak in the Galapagos). The island is home to more wild giant tortoises than all the other islands combined. Isabela is also very well known for its bird nesting sites, especially cormorants and Galapagos penguins. Snorkel at the famous Punta Vicente Roca, where you can see high concentrations of sea turtles and the “sunfish” (Mola mola). This is one of the most famous and most beautiful snorkeling sites in the Galapagos Islands. Marshall cape Marshall cape is located on the northeast side of Isabela. It is famous for its population of giant mantas and Mobula rays, enormous schools of Barracudas, Galapagos sharks, and sea lions. Marshall cape has another important attraction, the flightless cormorants, which can be seen resting on the shores. See sharks teeming around the impressive underwater volcano at Roca Redonda. WWW.WILDEARTHEXPEDITIONS.COM 4 [email protected] Punta Vicente Roca Punta Vicente Roca is situated on the northwest coast of Isabela. At this spectacular site, you can observe turtles galore, Peruvian grunts, flatworms, sea lions, frogfish, octopus, nudibranchs, Galapagos bullhead shark, Mola molas, penguins, schools of black-striped salemas, sea horses, dolphins, and tuna. Onshore you can find nesting Nazca and blue-footed boobies, pelicans, and other sea birds. Fernandina On the westernmost island in the Galapagos Islands lies the volcanic chain’s most active volcano: Fernandina, the third-largest island of the archipelago. With an area of 642 square kilometers and an altitude of 1,494 meters, you may be lucky to witness small volcanic eruptions. The island is the home to the Galapagos penguin, sea lions, and many other extraordinary species. At Punta Espinosa, in the northeast of Fernandina, you have the opportunity to see hundreds of marine iguanas sunbaking in the sand. Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, the 2nd largest island and situated in the heart of the archipelago, is home to a great diversity of wildlife and exotic vegetation. Puerto Ayora offers a relaxed and peaceful coastal town feeling. Head through the highlands to see the varied vegetation and fauna, as the altitude and weather changes. See the giant Galapagos tortoise roaming freely in its natural habitat and explore a cavernous underground lava tunnel, one of the geological wonders of the volcanic islands. Puerto Ayora is also home to the Charles Darwin Research Station, set up in memory of the famous scholar. After visiting the Galapagos Islands in the early 1800s, Charles Darwin became fascinated with the islands’ wildlife inhabitants and how they had adapted to this unique environment.
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