If the oceans beckon you and the exotic landscape is what you cherish, then the Galapagos in Ecuador is one place that will truly appeal to your senses. There is a plethora of activity you can take up on this Archipelago to keep yourself amused.
Diving and Snorkeling:
The deep, strong waves of sea water at the Galapagos Islands make for an ideal site for water sports like diving and snorkeling. The experience would be one of the best in the world.
Bird watching:
The Islands of Galapagos are home to thousands of birds you won’t get to see elsewhere. Try watching out for all the endemic species. Take pictures and feel at peace surrounded by these lovely creations of nature.
Watch the Tortoises:
The Galapagos Island is famous for the diverse fauna, tortoises being one of the major contributors. You can see tortoises in all possible diversity of the world, Giant, tiny, and in all colors and breeds. Tortoises are raised at the Charles Darwin Center in Santa Cruz and are also seen on many of the small Islands of the Archipelago.
Visit the Charles Darwin Center:
It won’t take long and would certainly entertain you, and also enlighten you on the diverse animal kingdom. Tortoise babies can be seen. It is definitely a must-watch in the capital city of Puerto Ayora in Santa Cruz.
Scuba diving:
You can’t afford to miss this one. There are chances that you will remember it as the best scuba diving experience you have had in the world. Especially the night dive at Academy Bay can be damn exciting. Watching the sea animals in their natural state is an amazing feat for the eyes.
Dive with the hammerheads and sharks:
Now this one is guaranteed to give the extra adrenaline rush. This you can do at the volcanic Gordon rocks. Surely, this would be once in a lifetime experience for you.
Sailing trips on a catamaran
The calm sails can let you relax and dive into the beauty of these mysterious Islands. Just get your binoculars ready sail along in the lovely Islands.
Get wet!
Yeah, yeah, not in a naughty way, but we do mean it literally. There is no fun in being out in an island city and not being drenched in the salty, sultry, sensuous sea water on the coast.
Have Fun!
Don’t miss this one out. Just relax and let go of all the worries that fill up the lexicon of your daily life. Remember that you are out on a vacation to enjoy yourself, to relax, and to go back home with beautiful memories !