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Iguanas and Sea Lions on the Aventura Lodge Deck

By Hernan Rodas On May 21, 2013 · Add Comment · In Galapagos Hotels, Galapagos Islands Animals, Galapagos Marine Life, Santa Cruz Island

Something our guests love about Aventura Lodge is how close it puts them to nature. The dining deck is right on the water and you can almost always see sea lions, marine iguanas and sally lightfoot crabs on the deck.

The deck is especially inviting at breakfast.

Aventura [...]

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The Galapagos Giant Tortoise Hatching Season

By Dena Haines On May 18, 2013 · Add Comment · In Galapagos Islands Animals

Giant tortoises are often seen as the unofficial mascot for the Galapagos Islands. They are an amazing animal. Their huge size and the way they move is captivating.

Capturing their true nature in a picture or video is very difficult. Standing near and really observing a giant tortoise up close and personal is something very [...]

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Ingapirca Excursion: An Andean Sidetrip

By Dena Haines On May 14, 2013 · Add Comment · In Cuenca, Ecuador Side-trips, Places to See

This post is part of our new series of Ecuador side trips. Today, we are talking about the Ingapirca excursion.

Ecuador is a beautiful country with an interesting history and a colorful culture. On our trip to Ingapirca we saw some of both.

An Andean Road Trip

We drove from Cuenca in the [...]

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Galapagos Family Vacation: Children Stay For Half Price

On May 11, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

A Galapagos family vacation is the trip your family won’t forget. It will be talked about at family meals and get-togethers for years to come – long after your kids grow up and leave home.

We know how important family travel is. And we want you to be able to come and experience the Islands as [...]

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Exploring Ingapirca: Ecuador’s Largest Inca Ruins

On May 6, 2013 By Bryan Haines

This new post is part of our new series of Ecuador side trips. Today, we are talking about Ingapirca – the largest known Inca ruins in Ecuador.

What Does Ingapirca Mean?

Ingapirca is a Kichwa word meaning ”Inca wall”. The name applies to the inca ruins and also to the small town [...]

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3 Things I Loved About Kayaking In The Galapagos

On May 5, 2013 By Dena Haines

I’ve always loved kayaking because the kayak is quiet and light which makes it easy to get up nice and close to the animals. I was excited as we started out on our kayaking adventure in the Galapagos.

We were heading out to kayak the Itabaca channel which separates the islands of Baltra and Santa Cruz. [...]

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Where to Snorkel With Galapagos Sea Lions

On April 28, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Swimming with sea lions is an unforgettable experience.

Here is where we snorkeled with a sea lion on Floreana Island. It is a small beach just before La Loberia, a secluded beach where sea lions raise their young.

The entrance into the water is white sand. The black lava rock – both close to [...]

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Galapagos Marine Iguana Feeding Underwater (Video)

On April 24, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Until earlier this month, I had only seen marine iguanas feeding underwater on television.

Marine iguanas are unique, because they are the only seafaring iguanas. Learn more facts about marine iguanas.

While visiting Floreana Island earlier this month, we got to see marine iguanas feeding underwater – in shallow tidal pools. While we [...]

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Galapagos For Kids: An Amazing Day on Isabela Island

On April 23, 2013 By Drew Haines

Drew Haines is a young Canadian expat living in Ecuador. She writes the Galapagos for Kids series on Red Mangrove Blog. Learn about the Galapagos from a kids perspective.

When you travel in the Galapagos, you’ll see amazing things every day! But as with all trips, some days are more exciting than others.

I love [...]

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Photo Tip – Capturing Textures and Patterns

On April 17, 2013 By Dena Haines

Have you heard the saying “it’s the little things that count“?

Well, this is certainly true in photography.

The little things make up the bigger things we are trying to capture so it can really add to the experience when we take a closer look and zoom in.

Beauty in [...]
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Snorkeling with a Galapagos Sea Lion on Floreana Island (Video)

On April 12, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Have you ever snorkeled with a sea lion?

Young sea lions are especially interested in snorkelers and divers.

In this video, this young sea lion swims a few circles around me and then continues to swim somersaults and race around the other swimmers.

It seemed to be very interested in the camera [...]

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A Cute Pair of Blue Footed Boobies

On April 7, 2013 By Bryan Haines

The blue footed booby is an animal on almost everyone’s ”must-see” list.

Visitors to the Galapagos don’t have to wait long. The blue footed boobies are common and, like most of the Galapagos animals, aren’t afraid of tourists. The blue feet are often so bright that they reflect against their white body.

In addition to [...]

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The Baby Giants Galapagos Contest Winners Are… (Video)

On April 6, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

Two months ago we announced the Baby Giants Contest in honor of the giant tortoise hatching season ending this month. Today the contest closed.

Thanks to everyone who participated and shared in the contest.

Watch the video to see if you won – or scroll down below the video to see the full list. Winners [...]

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Learn About Sea Turtles in the Galapagos

On April 2, 2013 By Dena Haines

It is exciting to see a sea turtle, they are a rare sight.  A little less rare in the Galapagos.

During our visit we saw them swimming near the boat, while snorkeling and during a walk near a mating area.

Four Species of Sea Turtles in Galapagos

There are four species of marine/sea turtles in [...]

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A Sea Lion Welcome on Isabela Island

On March 29, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Visitors to Isabela Island are often received by a sea lion welcoming committee.

As you arrive in the bay on Isabela Island you might see them in the water around the boat. When you step off the boat onto the dock you’ll likely see a number of lazy sea lions – often sleeping on [...]

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The Volcanic Landscape of The Galapagos Islands

On March 26, 2013 By Dena Haines

When you think about the Galapagos Islands what comes to mind?

The first thoughts I have are about the animals and some of the interesting plants found there.

The plants and animals of the Galapagos Islands certainly make them unique and attract a lot of attention, but there is a lot more involved in what makes the [...]

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Galapagos Boobies – Red Footed, Blue Footed, & Nazca

On March 21, 2013 By Dena Haines

The blue footed booby seems to be the most talked about of the booby species, I think their feet have a lot to do with that. They also feed close to shore which makes them more visible.

There are two other booby species found in the Galapagos Islands which also deserve attention. The red footed [...]

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