Seniors Visit Galapagos Islands
The Animal Lover’s Paradise
Made Nature’s Way
Since Charles Darwin explored the Galapagos Islands in 1835, the archipelago has become a unique and important outdoor laboratory for the modern naturalist who studies endemic species. The islands are loaded with wildlife, much of it found nowhere else on the planet. Because of this, the Galapagos Islands have become one of the most sought after travel destinations in modern history.
Galapagos Explorer provides several options to make your dream vacation come true; from three, four, to seven night all-suite cruise packages to take advantage of. Seniors in particular can enjoy the native birds, wildlife, and marine life returning to a relaxing and luxurious suite onboard the Explorer II vessel.
You can choose from several hiking or elevation walks for viewing nature’s ‘zoo without walls’. All tours are guided by certified naturalists from the Galapagos National Park service. Tour guides may point out unique endemic plants or birds. Remarkably, three quarters of the land birds found on the Galapagos Islands are found nowhere else on the globe.
Many travelers find it thrilling to watch the courtship dance of the Blue-footed boobie as they lift one foot, then another, showing off their rich blue web to attract a mate. Or, vacationers may see hundreds of red-billed tropical birds as they life skyward into their ‘screaming parties,’ their elegant white tails streaming behind. The archipelago is also the only place where penguins are found in the Northern Hemisphere – the famed Galapagos Penguins are a compelling sight to see for this very reason.
Most of the reptiles found in the Galapagos are also endemic. Taking a Galapagos vacation provides ‘bragging rights’ for nature lovers and marine aficionados. Marine and land iguanas, lava lizards, giant tortoises, geckos, and snakes are in abundance and have no other address but the Galapagos Islands.
Underwater sea life is also rich and plentiful both in population and diverse colorful species. Pelagic fish, sea lions, and fur seals thrive here. The island waters are also full of green sea turtles, dolphins and whales. While on your cruise you can arrange for a glass bottom boat tour or, for the more adventuresome types, you can snorkel or scuba dive to view the underwater world more closely.
Explore the Galapagos Islands in style on the Explorer II and enjoy nature’s paradise like you’ve always dreamed. Whether you’re a closet scientist, seniors who’ve always dreamed of going to the Galapagos Islands, or just plain adventure lovers, the Galapagos Islands are waiting.
