It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through the Galapagos Islands with us.
Look for the Galapagos sea lion, the smallest sea lion species. These sea lions love to congregate in groups or sunbathe by the ocean. © Pablo Hidalgo | Dreamstime.com
Just one of three booby species found on the Galapagos Islands, the Blue-footed booby are marked by their distinctive blue feet. Many can be found on the Galapagos Islands. © Patricio Hidalgo | Dreamstime.com
The Galapagos Islands are home to a vast array of species, from marine iguanas to the Sally lightfoot crab to the famous tortoises. © Sergey Uryadnikov | Dreamstime.com
A popular beach amongst tourists, El Garrapatero beach lies on the southeast coast of Santa Cruz Island, with crystal-clear waters and soft sands. Near the beach, look for prickly pear cactus plants, Palo Santo trees and poison apple trees. © Maurizio De Mattei | Dreamstime.com
The marine iguana is only found on the Galapagos Islands and is the only extant lizard that spends time in a marine environment. Their appearances vary from island to island and are a protected species. © Kjersti Joergensen | Dreamstime.com
The well-known Galapagos tortoise, made famous by Charles Darwin, is the largest living species of tortoise and can live up to 175 years. Now a protected species, they roam the islands, with conservationists working to restore their ecosystems. © Tag1933 | Dreamstime.com
Beaches are a common thread on any of the Galapagos Islands, and the sea lions call these sandy shores home, often basking in the sun in groups. People and sea lions learn to coexist in this beautiful environment. © Kseniya Ragozina | Dreamstime.com
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