In the Galapagos each of the islands restricts the amount of tourists allowed to visit them. This helps with the protection of the area and reduces the amount of travellers at any given time. It is essential to follow your guide and the instructions you are given. Must-see attractions include the Tortoise Breeding Centre and the Galapagos Interpretation Centre where you will be able to learn all about the natural history of the islands and their wildlife. One of the most interesting islands is Bartolome Island. This relatively young island is teeming with amazing wildlife and is the location of the most commonly photographed view of Pinnacle Rock and the Galapagos Islands.
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One of the most interesting things to do in the Galapagos Islands is to take a cruise ship to explore the more remote islands in the region. You could also take a more eco-friendly approach and hop on a smaller more intimate boat, which would cause less damage to the fragile environment. Observing the wildlife on the islands is truly fascinating, especially when you take time to learn about the tortoises and their subtle differences. Water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving are also a fun way to investigate the fascinating sea life.
When on the Galapagos Islands you should:
Seymour Airport, located on the island of Baltra, is the main airport servicing the Galapagos Islands, and although flights to these uniquely exotic islands are infrequent, they are easily booked. Continue reading if you want to know how to get to the city centre from the airport and which are the main airlines flying to Galapagos Islands.
The major airlines operating within Seymour Airport include: Avianca, LAN Ecuador and TAME.
Seymour Airport is located on the Ecuadorian island of Baltra, one of the Galapagos islands.
Once arriving at Seymour Airport, the best way to travel to your final destination is by boat. Taxi services are also available for travellers staying on Baltra Island. It is wise to book well in advance as boats and taxis can get full very quickly, especially during the popular seasons. Most of the islands require you to be accompanied by a guide before visiting. Therefore, before you arrive it would be best to try and arrange for a guide to show you around when you get to the islands. However, it is possible to reach some towns by speed boat without requiring a guide.