Category Archives: Galapagos Cruises

Galapagos Travel Update: Good Riddance to Invasive Rats

November 18, 2010 – 1:11 pm

As part of an ongoing commitment (and battle) to eradicate invasive species on the Galapagos Islands, partner organizations including the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) and Galapagos National Park (GNP) are once again attacking the invasive rat population of the Galapagos Islands. The rats causing all the trouble were first brought inadvertently to the islands in [...]

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Galapagos Travel: After 40 Years, Giant Tortoises back on Pinta Island

June 30, 2010 – 8:10 am

In late May 2010, thirty-nine giant tortoises were released onto the Galapagos’ Pinta Island. Called the “Pinta Project 2010“, the release and monitoring of the tortoises is definitely a team effort that includes Ecuador’s Ministry of Environment, the Galapagos Conservancy, Galapagos National Park, State University of New York, and the Huston Zoo. Pinta Island has [...]

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Galapagos Wildlife: Charles Darwin Foundation Releases the Ultimate Wildlife Checklist

June 8, 2010 – 9:45 am

Following an intense two years of research, the Charles Darwin Foundation (CDF) has recently released their Galapagos Known Species Checklist. Teachers, students, scientists, travelers and wildlife enthusiasts in general are encouraged to download and utilize the comprehensive list to further understand the delicate environment of the Galapagos. While this list is just phase one of [...]

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Mom, How About Patagonia? A Plea to My Mom on Her Special Day

May 6, 2010 – 1:15 pm

Dear Mom, I’ll get right to the point. Today I’m using all tools at my disposal, including the Adventure Life blog, to appeal to you to finally take that mother-daughter trip with me to Patagonia. With Mother’s Day approaching this weekend, I thought the timing was right — thematically anyway. Also, you are probably wondering [...]

By Beth Conway | Also posted in Adventure Travel Company, Belize tours, Chile Tours, Family Travel, Girl Trips, Travel general, Trekking | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a Comment

Update on Travel to Machu Picchu and the Cusco Region

February 23, 2010 – 8:29 am

We have updated information regarding the re-opening of access to Machu Picchu and Machu Picchu Town (also called Aguas Calientes). Following up on our blog post from earlier this month — there are changes to the original schedule that may affect your upcoming Peru trip. The short version: The damage on the lengthy, “backroad route” [...]

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Adventure Life Travelers Raise Impressive Funds for Galapagos Conservation

January 19, 2010 – 2:47 pm

Just how impressive? How about $50,000 worth of funds that are helping to preserve the delicate ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands?! Inspiring. Adventure Life is an active member of the International Galapagos Tour Operators Association (IGTOA). IGTOA is a nonprofit association of travel companies, conservation organizations, and other groups that are dedicated to the lasting [...]

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Snorkeling with Eagle Rays in the Galapagos

January 12, 2010 – 11:51 am

Galapagos Guide, Fabricio Chavez, filmed over a dozen eagle rays while leading a snorkeling tour in the Galapagos. The spotted eagle ray is recognized by the white spots on its body. Including its long tail, this ray can reach up to 16 feet long. While snorkeling in the Galapagos, visitors can also find sting and [...]

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Share Your Travels. Win a Trip.

October 22, 2009 – 2:15 pm

Back by popular demand… I am pleased to announce our new Trip Journal, and Trip Video contest. Submit your best entries for a chance to win a trip for two with Adventure Life! Contest is open to all Adventure Life alumni. I’ll get right to the good stuff … the prizes. WHAT YOU WILL WIN! [...]

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Journal Contest Winners Announced!

September 8, 2009 – 2:09 pm

Adventure Life’s first journal contest has come to a close. From the Pacuare Turtle Reserve in Costa Rica, to kayaking in the remote Amazon Basin, the submissions are terrific — competition was tough and selecting our winners was no easy task. Winner of our Best Journal contest is Wayne Ng for his entry, Epiphanies in [...]

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Lonesome George Might Be a Father Yet

July 30, 2009 – 2:40 pm

Last week came news from the Galapagos National Park that Lonesome George — the last Pinta Island Tortoise in the world — may yet become a father. 5 perfect eggs were found in the nest of one of the two female tortoises that share a corral with ol’ George. It will be another 120-130 days [...]

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