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There are several daily flights to the Galapagos Islands (Baltra/ Santa Cruz Island, or San Cristobal Island) from Guayaquil and Quito cities on the mainland of Ecuador. Many dive packages will include the flights.  The Galapagos Islands, 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, are an environmental melting pot of volcanic peaks, diverse species and unadulterated tropical beaches. Unlike visitors to the mainland of Ecuador, you do not need a malaria or yellow fever shot. Because the Galapagos Islands are on the equator, sunscreen protection is particularly important and should be applied regularly to avoid sun cancer. Apply mosquito repellent and use mosquito nets at night to avoid exposure to malaria and dengue.) SHARE SHARE TWEET EMAIL. The Galapagos Islands have made a name for themselves as a hotbed of biological activity ever since Charles Darwin was there in 1835 and used his observations of Galapagos finches to help formulate his ideas on evolution. Hammerheads, which can be found in the Galapagos, are very defensive, so keep your distance. The iguanas found on the Galapagos Islands aren't dangerous, but they have a tendency to clear their nostrils after a swim -- which can easily turn a nice snapshot of iguanas into a ruined digital camera. The Galapagos Islands [1] are a small archipelago of islands belonging to Ecuador in the eastern Pacific Ocean. The islands are quite remote and isolated, lying some 1000 km (620 miles) west of the South American continent. The Galapagos galápagos archipelago is-world renowned for its unique and fearless-wildlife much of which was inspiration For Charles'darwin S theory Of Natural. Selection the islands are therefore very popular amongst natural, historians both professional and. amateur Earthquakes and volcanoes are also a concern in the Galapagos themselves. The Galapagos are on top of an earthquake hotspot where a portion of the Nazca and Cocos plates rub together, creating regular earthquakes. The Galapagos Islands are home to several volcanoes, formed from basalt, the most common type of lava. Hammerheads, which can be found in the Galapagos, are very defensive, so keep your distance. The iguanas found on the Galapagos Islands aren't dangerous, but they have a tendency to clear their nostrils after a swim -- which can easily turn a nice snapshot of iguanas into a ruined digital camera. Crime is not a serious threat when traveling to the Galapagos. With some 40,000 residents, it is relatively small, and the islands' crime does not compare to that of Ecuador's. Hammerheads, which can be found in the Galapagos, are very defensive, so keep your distance. The iguanas found on the Galapagos Islands aren't dangerous, but they have a tendency to clear their nostrils after a swim -- which can easily turn a nice snapshot of iguanas into a ruined digital camera. While there is no U.S. Embassy in the islands, you can call the U.S. Consular Agent to the Galapagos Islands during your visit. Earthquakes and tsunamis pose a threat to the Galapagos Islands, but as of April 2013 no official evacuation plan is in place. Stay alert during your trip and pack a first-aid kit for weather-related emergencies. Unlike visitors to the mainland of Ecuador, you do not need a malaria or yellow fever shot. Because the Galapagos Islands are on the equator, sunscreen protection is particularly important and should be applied regularly to avoid sun cancer. Apply mosquito repellent and use mosquito nets at night to avoid exposure to malaria and dengue.) When our family visited the Galapagos Islands we felt very safe. The majority of our time was spent exploring the Islands with a Naturalist Guide, or relaxing at the Red Mangrove lodges. When we did head out to explore on our own (Santa Cruz Island) we felt very comfortable with the atmosphere on the Island. We have lived in Ecuador for more than two years, and the more we see of this country the more amazed we are by its beauty. A few general rules that we keep in mind while traveling in South America are: 1  Never go out alone after dark. 2  Keep personal belongings secure at all times.
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