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An Introduction to the Galapagos

Galápagos Islands (Archipiélago de Colón or Islas Galápagos)

Welcome to a world ranging from one and a half degrees north to a half degree south of the equator!

Galápagos means tortoise.  The life throughout the archipelago is as uniquely precious as the giant reptiles for which they are named.  We visited east, south and central islands on our five-day, four-night cruise.  How do we share our diverse adventures in a sensible fashion?  Tipping our paja de toquilla hats to scientists past and present, we will talk about specific zoological groups.

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