South America:Galapagos
The Galapagos Islands are a rare destination where you become accustomed to surprises. Nothing quite compares to the thrill of close-up viewing of animals that remain unafraid of humans on a luxury Galapagos Islands Tour. Composed almost exclusively of volcanic rock, the Galapagos Islands nestle in the Pacific Ocean, 600 miles west of mainland Ecuador. Charles Darwin discovered conditions and animal species that led him to formulate his revolutionary theories. Setting foot on the barren coasts of fresh black lava, you understand why early explorers, whalers and pirates likened the islands to an inferno on earth. But you soon realize that each island as a world unto itself, with distinctive character, terrain, climate and wildlife. The islands claim the world’s only seagoing lizards, flightless cormorants and penguins, frigate birds, clownish boobies, noble tortoises and 13 species of Darwin finches. Experience luxury Galapagos travel with Big Five, offering distinctive luxury Galapagos tours.
