Planning a Galapagos Island Vacation: 5 Factors to Consider
There are few places left on Earth as beautiful and relatively untouched by man as the Galapagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador. And as a vacation destination, these equatorial islands have a lot to offer. Not only have they become famous for the many endemic species that influenced Charles Darwin’s theory of natural selection, but as a visitor you have the opportunity to get close to the native wildlife in a variety of settings, both on land and in the water. There are also plenty of activities, including hiking, snorkeling, cliff diving, and more to divert and entertain you. But before you hop a plane to this remote corner of the globe, there are a few factors you’ll want to take into consideration.