Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Galapagos
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Galapagos with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Galapagos area
This Galapagos map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Galapagos and surroundings
Photogallery of Galapagos sights
Our guide to Galapagos
Attractions and active leisure
Fernandina Island is very interesting for travelers too. The magnificent volcano called La Cumbre is located here. The most interesting attraction on the island is Elizabeth Bay. Every day, tourists come here to admire penguins and pelicans. Fans of sports entertainments will be really impressed by San Cristobal Island. Its beaches are perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving. There are also peaceful beaches on the … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
It is safe to say that each traveler will find a national dish to taste here. Local cooks actively use different ingredients and food processing methods when cooking. They cook interesting salads, extraordinary side dishes, different soups, and typical vegetarian specialties of meat, seafood and vegetables. Rich soups are very common on the Galapagos Islands. Those who want to enjoy exotic treats should pay … Open
Traditions and mentality of Galapagos
The main feature of the Galapagos Islands is its wonderful nature. More than 90% of the archipelago is a protected area. The tourists can move around its territory only with a guide. This miraculous natural area hides a lot of interesting secrets and not so many travelers know them. Literally everyone knows that penguins dwell in Antarctica but only a few know that the only exception to the rule is a Galapagos … Open
Travel guide to Galapagos
There are several scientific and research stations on the island, and tourists are welcome to visit some of them during excursions. One of the most interesting stations is open in Puerto Ayora and is named after Charles Darwin. During an excursion there, travelers will learn interesting information about unique animal world of the Galápagos Islands. Many local animals are not present anywhere else in the world. … Open
Galapagos for children - what to visit
The Galapagos Islands offer its guests wonderful recreation. This is a pleasant stay at the beach, active holidays, zoos, spa centers, and museums. All these places will delight not only adults, but also small tourists, so you should definitely go on holiday with them. World-famous Galapagos turtles are the main symbol of the province of Ecuador. You can meet them in any zoo, reserve or beach of the island. … Open
Advices for travellers
1. Despite the fact that the climate in the islands is quite hot, it is easily endured. It most often rains in the period from December to April. Despite this, the weather is the hottest at this time of the year. For hikers, the perfect time to vacation here is from July to October. 2. The sun in the islands is really hot, so you can get a sunburn in a few hours. Tourists are strongly recommended … Open