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The Galápagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands distributed around the equator in the Pacific Ocean, 972 km (525 nmi) west of continental Ecuador, of which they are a part. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site: wildlife is its most notable feature.
The Galápagos Islands and its surrounding waters form an Ecuadorian province, a national park, and a biological marine reserve. The principal language on the islands is Spanish. The islands have a population of around 23,000.
Before you rush out to shop for your trip, we recommend you to take a moment to read this information, in order to make sure you are prepared to have a trip of a lifetime.
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At Guayaquil or Quito Airports you should fill in the personal information form. The INGALA registration is important to get a transit control card which is necessary to enter.
You are about to visit a Natural Heritage Site, therefore you must follow the rules imposed by the controlling authorities such as the Galapagos National Park. During your visits the naturalist guides will emphasize these regulations:
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Mainland Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands are on different time zones. Time on the mainland is GMT-5. Time in the Galapagos Islands is GMT-6.
110 v, 60 Hz, Standard American plug.
U.S. dollar, including coins. Red Mangrove accepts Travelers Cheques and all major credit cards.
Visas are not required to visit Ecuador. A valid passport with at least six months remaining before expiration is a must. If you plan to dive, please bring your certification card.
If you are prone to seasickness, please bring along your medication and take it 30 minutes before departures.
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Galapagos hosts an interesting array of flora in a complex ecosystem. The plant life of Galapagos is extraordinary, with 560 native species, 180 of them endemic.
The Islands have a wide array of endemic fauna, invertebrates, birds, and reptiles and a few mammals native to the islands. The Galapagos is home to tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sharks, rays, fur seals, sea lions, whales, dolphins, starfish, marine iguanas, green turtles, and the Sally Lightfoot crab. Native bird life includes 57 species, such as Darwin’s finches and the lava gull, Galapagos penguin, dark-rumped petrel, Galapagos flightless cormorant, lava heron, Galapagos martin, and Galapagos dove. Galapagos offers exceptional opportunities for close encounters with nature and wildlife. Keep in mind, however, that this is a natural laboratory of unusual species; it is not a zoo, and what you see will depend on the season.
| MAX AIR TEMP. | MIN AIR TEMP. | HRS. CLEAR SKIES | SEA TEMP. | WIND -(1-10)+ |
NAVIGATION -(1-10)+ |
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| JANUARY | 28.0 | 82.4 | 22.8 | 73.0 | 5.3 | 24.4 | 75.9 | 3 | 2 |
| FEBRUARY | 29.6 | 85.2 | 23.2 | 73.7 | 7.5 | 25.2 | 77.3 | 2 | 1 |
| MARCH | 30.6 | 87.0 | 22.7 | 72.8 | 6.0 | 24.9 | 76.8 | 1 | 1 |
| APRIL | 29.5 | 85.1 | 22.7 | 72.8 | 7.5 | 25.0 | 77.0 | 2 | 1 |
| MAY | 27.9 | 82.2 | 22.1 | 71.7 | 5.2 | 24.5 | 76.1 | 3 | 2 |
| JUNE | 26.0 | 78.8 | 19.1 | 66.3 | 4.4 | 23.1 | 73.5 | 4 | 2 |
| JULY | 24.6 | 76.2 | 19.8 | 67.6 | 2.8 | 22.0 | 71.6 | 5 | 3 |
| AUGUST | 24.2 | 75.5 | 19.1 | 66.3 | 3.3 | 21.5 | 70.7 | 6 | 4 |
| SEPTEMBER | 24.3 | 75.7 | 19.6 | 67.2 | 2.9 | 21.8 | 71.2 | 7 | 4 |
| OCTOBER | 25.3 | 77.5 | 19.5 | 67.1 | 3.8 | 22.3 | 72.1 | 6 | 3 |
| NOVEMBER | 25.8 | 78.4 | 20.4 | 68.7 | 3.5 | 23.0 | 73.4 | 5 | 3 |
| DECEMBER | 26.7 | 80.0 | 20.9 | 69.6 | 4.0 | 23.3 | 73.9 | 4 | 2 |
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We are the only brand with multiple lodges on multiple islands in the Galapagos, and our lodges are all held to an exacting standard of quality. From our rooms, to our food, to our environmental practices, we strive to be the best we can possibly be.
You will experience a harmonious balance with three islands, three styles, three flavors, three experiences!
Aventura Lodge at Santa Cruz
Floreana Lodge
Isabela Lodge
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We are passionate about offering you the very best experiences in the enchanted islands. Rest assured, we will do our best every single day to meet your expectations! If you have specific concerns, such as allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify us before arrival so we can accommodate your needs.
Our ExpectationsWe know how privileged we are to be guardians of this piece of paradise, and we want to you to feel the same. We welcome you to start this adventure, hoping that it will be an unforgettable and transforming experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
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