1/4/2024 0 Comments Pinta island galapagos map![]() ![]() My wife needed some aid from the doctor, at one point, and he was well prepared and extremely helpful.Įvery bit of the trip was made easy, from the hotel transfers to the end of the trip. The wait staff was attentive to every minor detail as well. The food was excellent and varied and made to suit most needs effortlessly. We could get up close to all types of animals birds and fish with no fear for ourselves and no sense of scaring the creatures. Once we were on the islands the wildlife was amazing. Getting on and off the pangas (zodiac boats) could have been an issue for some of the guests, but not with these folks helping! The guides (naturalists) were helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. We missed out on nothing and felt safe and important to all the staff. We are a 60+ year old couple, but we traveled with a range of ages from 10 years to 80 some years. This includes the crew, the kitchen, the panga drivers, the guides, the desk and even the on board doctor. There is nothing but high praise to be given to everyone involved. We were privileged to take a cruise on La Pinta to the western Galapagos this week. Again the food was excellent with waiter Eduardo anticipating every desire. ![]() Swimming with turtles and watching birds managing new offspring will never be forgotten. The Galapagos Islands cruise provided unexpected access to wildlife including the Big 15 with guests being able to closely (2m) observe always under the guidance of knowledgeable guides Alexis and Gustavo. The Mashpi Lodge food was inspiring with waiter Byron providing detailed explanations of each meal including its cultural significance. The Mashpi Lodge experience was beyond expectation with great rainforest walks guided by Lizardo through forests, creeks and night encountering wildlife from Toucans to Glass Frogs. My Quito guide Monica bought Quito to life with her knowledge of art, archaeology and plants with Casa del Alabado the highlight. My Galapagos islands experience was proceeded by two days in Quito and four days in Mashpi Lodge. The tour arrangements by Metropolitan Touring Melissa Altamirano worked perfectly with Melissa always responding to emails promptly. Only your group will participateĪ Galapagos Islands experience on Isabella II exceeds all expectations. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund This experience requires good weather.Other live animals, pathological samples, dry coffee beans, genetically modified organisms, forest species or their disseminative parts, grass and its disseminative parts, fresh flowers, medicinal plants and their disseminative parts, banana tree leaves, micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, etc.) soil and sand, and animal vaccines To preserve the human health and the native species of the Galapagos Islands, the following products may not be transferred to Galapagos: fresh vegetables and fruits, animal products and or their derivatives, dairy products. All cargo and luggage that arrives to Galapagos National Park or that is transferred from one island to another must be inspected. Restricted Baggage in the Galapagos: Local authorities manage the quarantine system of the Galápagos National Park in order to reduce the possibility of foreign species invading the archipelago.Liquid, fragile, perishable and other articles not suitably packed are transported at guests’ own risk. All baggage must be securely packed, and properly and clearly labeled.The current limits are 23 kg (50.6 pounds) for checked items, 8 kg (17 pounds) for hand luggage and 1 personal item (handbag, camera bag, laptop, etc.) Airlines are strict with baggage limitations. Baggage exceeding these limitations is subject to the charges as set forth by the individual operators. Baggage is handled in accordance with the airlines’ regulations and tariffs. Baggage important notes: Guests can bring aboard the ship a reasonable amount of clothing and personal effects without charge.Itinerary subject to change due to weather, logistical, Galápagos Park regulations or operational reasons.Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.No heart problems or other serious medical conditions.Confirmation will be received at time of booking. ![]()
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