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Great Frigatebirds During Mating Season

On March 19, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Many Galapagos animals pull out all the stops during mating season – and the male Great Frigatebird is no exception. He certainly knows how to catch a female eye. During breeding season, he is able to distend (or inflate) his red throat sac. It is so large and bright that is would be impossible to miss.

When [...]

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Learn About Trail Riding in Ecuador’s Andes Mountains (Video)

On March 15, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

A great way to extend your Galapagos trip is by visiting mainland Ecuador.

And riding horses in the Andes is a great way to see what it’s really like. There is a lot of wildlife, especially birds. And the scenery is outstanding.

Despite being just a few minutes from the city, [...]

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Galapagos Preservation Society: Protecting Galapagos Animals

On March 12, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

Note from Hernan: In our ongoing support of the preservation of the Galapagos, I invited representatives from the Galapagos Preservation Society to stay with us while they preform their valuable work on Santa Cruz Island. The following is a guest post by Society Founder and President, Allison Lance.

Galapagos Preservation Society was formed [...]

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Horseback Riding in Ecuador’s Andes Mountains (Video)

On March 7, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

After exploring the Galapagos, many travelers choose to extend their vacation by taking a mainland Ecuador tour.

A great way to do that is by taking a quick trip to Cuenca – a small city in the Andes mountains.

One of the excursions our guests take while in Cuenca is to [...]

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The Whale Shark – 16 Interesting Facts

On March 5, 2013 By Dena Haines

Many divers come to the Galapagos hoping to see the whale shark.

And no wonder, it’s huge and docile.

Who would not want to swim with a gigantic harmless fish? It would be amazing! And while it is on the list of Galapagos animals that you can see while diving, it isn’t a [...]

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Shopping for Souvenirs in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island

On February 28, 2013 By Dena Haines

Puerto Ayora is located on the waterfront on Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos. It is a very nice little town for relaxing, walking and shopping.

We really enjoyed walking around Puerto Ayora, wondering in and out of shops like Olga Fisch, Galapagos Jewelry and Galeria Aymara.

The atmosphere of Puerto Ayora is friendly and safe. [...]

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The Rugged Coastline of Tortuga Island

On February 24, 2013 By Bryan Haines

While traveling between Floreana and Isabela Islands, you’ll pass Tortuga Island. It is full of seabirds – by the thousands.

Aside from the birds, the other feature that really stood out was the coastline. The rock comes almost straight out of the water and goes up at an impossible angle. Despite the angles – [...]

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Mysterious Rock Carving in The Galapagos

On February 21, 2013 By Dena Haines

While we were exploring Floreana Island in the Galapagos, our naturalist guide took us past a large rock carved in a similar manner to the carvings found on Easter Island.

You’ve probably seen pictures of the large freestanding stone heads scattered all over Easter island. So we were intrigued to see one on the Galapagos islands and we wondered [...]

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Four Galapagos Travel Tips (Video)

On February 17, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

Planning your Galapagos adventure? Here are four travel tips by Monica, our operations manager:

Don’t lose your Galapagos Transit Card - you’ll need it when you leave the islands. Packing: Don’t worry too much – we have almost everything you’ll need at the Lodges. Bring a camera, sun hat and good [...]
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Have You Seen This Bay on Isabela Island?

On February 15, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Without a doubt, the bay on Isabela Island is the most dramatic that we’ve seen in the Galapagos.

To see this bay, you simply need to visit the island. The primary town of Puerto Villamil (located on the south eastern tip of the island) is the primary entry point for tourists to the island. [...]

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Learn About Los Tuneles and El Finado, Isabela Island (Video)

On February 10, 2013 By Bryan Haines

On Isabela Island, there are two amazing places to snorkel: Los Tuneles and El Finado.

Both are located to the west of the town of Puerto Villamil (located on the southeastern tip of the island).

What Can You Expect to See at Los Tuneles and El Finado?

The water at these two snorkel sites [...]

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Baby Giants Contest: Win a Red Mangrove Galapagos Adventure

On February 6, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

UPDATE: The contest closed today, April 6, 2013. See who won here: Baby Giants Contest Winners (Video).

Giant tortoises are one of the most popular animals in the Galapagos. Their size, age and history are all attractions for Galapagos tourists. And while the giant tortoises haven’t had an easy time [...]

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Exploring The Galapagos – Five Breathtaking Experiences

On February 2, 2013 By Dena Haines

Our entire Galapagos trip was wonderful, but there were a few things that stood out as breathtaking moments. Experiences that, as they were happening, I knew I would never forget. Here are my top five:

My Top 5 Galapagos Experiences 1. Being So Close To The Animals

There were a number of times throughout our [...]

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Newly Hatched Baby Galapagos Tortoise

On January 29, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

On a recent trip to the Charles Darwin Research Center, one of our sales staff took this photo of a young tortoise held above a tortoise egg. Both the Galapagos Tortoise and the egg are being held by one of the naturalists working at the Center.

Baby tortoises hatch after anywhere from four [...]

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Red Mangrove Certified as a 5 Star PADI Instructor Development Dive Resort

On January 26, 2013 By Hernan Rodas

Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges has just been designated a 5 Star Instructor Development Dive Resort by The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI).

In May of last year, we were designated a PADI Five-Star Dive Resort and just a few months later we received the National Geographic Dive Resort designation.

What is a 5 Star PADI Instructor Development [...]
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Galapagos For Kids: What I Loved About Aventura Lodge

On January 22, 2013 By Drew Haines

Aventura Lodge is where we stayed for much of our time on Santa Cruz Island (the rest of the time, we spent at the Divers Lodge).

I loved the Aventura Lodge! When we arrived I was feeling tired from the trip. But when mom and I went out on the deck that all went [...]

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Getting to Las Grietas and Playa de las Alemanes

On January 18, 2013 By Bryan Haines

Getting to Las Grietas and Playa de los Alemanes (German Beach) is very easy. In fact, you’ll pass the beach on your way to Las Grietas.

These are excursions that anyone can take – without needing a national park approved and trained guide. It is a great way to spend a few hours exploring independently.

Here’s how [...]

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