• WILDLIFE FOCUS: ANDEAN COCK-OF-THE-ROCK September 30, 2018 by galapagos - An unusual looking bird, the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock has become as must see for birders visiting Ecuador.  On my recent trip to Ecuador I was lucky enough to see a group of these unique birds. The stunning scarlet feathers and disc-like head with black and white wings of the male bird certainly makes him stand out, but […]
  • GALÁPAGOS Sea Lion Wildlife Focus: Galápagos Sea Lion March 27, 2018 by admin - One of the first animals to greet you on arrival in Galápagos is the sea lion. There is a population of around 50,000, so they are a common sight on most islands.
  • Guayaquil is the gateway to the Galápagos Islands An Introduction to Guayaquil March 26, 2018 by admin - Guayaquil is the gateway to the Galápagos Islands and the largest city in Ecuador. Located on the banks of Rio Guayas, it is the nation’s main port and commercial centre.
  • Wildlife Focus: Blue-footed Booby March 5, 2018 by admin - The Blue-footed Booby is one of my favourite sea birds to be found in the Galapagos. They are easily identifiable by their bright blue feet (the clue is in the name!). Their plumage is brown on top, with a white under belly and slightly darker brown wings.
  • Island Spotlight: Isla Bartolomé March 5, 2018 by admin - Bartolomé is one of my favourite islands to visit when in the Galápagos. It’s a must see stop for cruise ships as well as a popular day trip from Santa Cruz due it’s close location. (It’s only about an hour by boat.) Despite being relatively small in size it has one of the most iconic views in the Galápagos.