Wilderness Travel 2017 Catalog Preview

MICHAEL S. NOLAN CHRIS RYAN

Awesome wildlife encounters, welcoming accommodations, and photo opportunities at every turn—the Galápagos has it all! ROSANNE TACKABERRY CHAD CASE

TUI DE ROY

Galápagos Adventure EXPLORING THE EASTERN ISLANDS OF THE GALÁPAGOS

Imagine walking trails right among nesting seabirds and colonies of marine iguanas—it’s an experience unlike any other! The green Eastern Islands of this famed archipelago have a wildly diverse ecosystem and a remarkable number of species found nowhere else on earth. Our active adventure explores far-flung

Days 1-4 Guayaquil / Explore by Zodiac / Remote Genovesa / Bartolomé From Guayaquil, fly to Baltra, and board the Mary Anne . Cruise to Black Turtle Cove for a Zodiac ride among golden rays. Landing at Genovesa (Tower), be on the lookout for red-footed boobies perched on prickly pear cactus. The summit of Bartolomé offers magnificent views of Pinnacle Rock, Galápagos’ most famous icon. We’ll also walk on pahoehoe lava formations at Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island. Days 5-6 Flamingo Lagoon / Santa Cruz / Darwin Research Station Rábida features lagoons brimming with pink flamingos, and we’ll see a land iguana nesting site at Cerro Dragón. Kayak along the shores of Santa Cruz and search for giant tortoises up in the highlands before a visit to Darwin Station’s tortoise-breeding facility. Days 7-10 Land Iguanas / Beach Walk with Sea Lions South Plaza and Santa Fé are home to their very own species of iguana, and a great place to get that up-close shot of these unique creatures. On fantastic Española, we’ll follow flipper prints on a powdery white-sand beach to find lounging sea lions. Keep an eye out for Galápagos hawks, Galápagos doves, and Hood mockingbirds, endemic to the island. Fly to Guayaquil for a final overnight, and depart on Day 10.

HIGHLIGHTS • Active 8-day cruise includes remote Genovesa—hardly any other visitors! • Daily activities ideal for all ages • With an expert naturalist guide, witness the diversity of wildlife that inspired Darwin DETAILS • 10-day trip begins and ends in Guayaquil • 7 nights aboard the Mary Anne , 2 nights hotel • All meals included except 2 lunches and 2 dinners

“The Galápagos Islands are an extraordinary destination, and this was the

Genovesa Island, prime nesting site of countless birds including red-footed boobies, South Plaza, with its prehistoric-looking iguanas, and Santa Fé, home to such endemics as the Galápagos hawk and a great place to snorkel with spirited sea lions. The Mary Anne , catering to just 16 guests, is an absolute delight, with

DATES Dec 23, 2016-Jan 1, 2017

perfect experience— the Mary Anne, our great Trip Leader, snorkeling and hiking amidst the unusual wildlife.”

Apr 14-23

Jan 6-15, 2017

Apr 28-May 7

Feb 3-12 Feb 17-26 Mar 3-12 Mar 17-26

May 12-21 Jun 9-18

Jun 23-Jul 2

Dec 22-31

Mar 31-Apr 9

TRIP COST $6195 per person Hotel single supplement: $225 No single supplement on board (subject to availability) Internal airfare: $540 (subject to change) Galápagos park fee and transit card: $120 Holiday surcharge (Dec): $300 Discounts for children: call for details

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delicious meals savored on deck or in the salon, a glass of wine at sunset, and great talks with your naturalist guide. This is the Galápagos—WT style!

TRIP LEVEL 1 + 2 3 4 5 6 7 Daily hikes, snorkeling, optional sea kayaking

FOR A DETAILED ITINERARY: 1.800.368.2794 OR EMAIL GALAPAGOS@WILDERNESSTRAVEL.COM 116