2019 Wilderness Travel Catalog of Adventures

Ultimate Galápagos A WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER ON THE PLANET

Snorkel with playful sea lions and penguins, kayak among sea turtles, and hike past dancing blue-footed boobies

estuary, spotting sea turtles and graceful rays, then head out to the remote island of Genovesa (Tower), home to frigatebirds, Nazca boobies, and red-billed tropicbirds nesting along the cliffs. At Bartolomé Island, our trail leads to views of needle-like Pinnacle Rock, the eroded remnant of an old volcanic cone and an iconic photo spot. Tiny Galápagos penguins perch on the rocks below. Days 5-10 Rábida / Santa Cruz / Santa Fé / Española / Devil’s Crown / Floreana Rábida’s saltwater lagoon is home to colorful flamingos, and we gain fascinating insights at the Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz. On Santa Fé, we watch sea lions strike a pose on a white-sand beach. The waved albatross is a highlight of our explorations on Española

on this perfectly designed adventure in one of the greatest natural history destinations in the world. Our 15-day Galápagos cruise combines both the Eastern Islands and Western Islands, including history-rich Floreana, Fernandina, with its flightless cormorants, and Santiago’s golden beaches. Traveling aboard our classic tall ship the Mary Anne

“Certainly the best way to see the Galápagos, in the finest vessel on the waters, with an excellent itinerary and guides.” Anthony L., Princeton NJ

is the only way to go, with spacious decks for relaxing, delicious meals served al fresco, and sunsets in a new anchorage each night. Our small group size gives you incredible natural history experiences with your expert naturalist guide. Days 1-4 Guayaquil / Baltra / Genovesa / Bartolomé From Guayaquil, we fly to Baltra and board our yacht, the Mary Anne . We cruise by panga through a peaceful mangrove

Enjoy wonderfully active days, with hiking, kayaking, and snorkeling, and overnights on the most beautiful yacht in the islands. PHOTO BELOW: PETE OXFORD DAN HELLER

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