The Galápagos Islands, 600 miles off Ecuador's coast, are renowned for their unique wildlife, including the giant tortoise and blue-footed booby. As a travel specialist, I've visited all 13 islands, highlighting essential activities for first-time visitors. Recommended spots include the highlands of Santa Cruz for tortoise viewings and Isabela Island's Sierra Negra Volcano for hiking. Visitors must adhere to strict wildlife distance rules, enhancing conservation efforts and ensuring wildlife safety throughout the islands, which are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Many of the birds, reptiles, and mammals found on the Galápagos Islands are endemic, meaning they can't be found anywhere else in the world.
Visitors to Isabela Island can hike to the rim of the Sierra Negra Volcano, which is one of the largest craters in the world.
The best place to see giant tortoises in the wild is in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island, specifically at the El Chato reserve.
Galápagos National Park rules mandate that visitors must remain at least 6 feet away from all wildlife.
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