Category Archives: Galapagos Islands

I was skeptical about taking the 360 Tour, a day trip which takes its passengers entirely around San Cristobal in a speedboat. Would it be trying to cram too many things in? Are they just trying to make more money … Continue reading →

When visiting San Cristobal in the Galapagos, the Highlands are a very different environment than the main town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. You may experience cold and mist at this elevation of up to 2,400’, so bringing a rain jacket … Continue reading →

When visiting San Cristobal in the Galapagos, the Highlands are a very different environment than the main town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. You may experience cold and mist at this elevation of up to 2,400’, so bringing a rain jacket … Continue reading →

When visiting San Cristobal in the Galapagos, the Highlands are a very different environment than the main town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. You may experience cold and mist at this elevation of up to 2,400’, so bringing a rain jacket … Continue reading →

The Galapagos is not a culinary destination, and when you divert from Santa Cruz – your options for dining dwindle. While on San Cristobal we discovered one restaurant that was superb, and we stuck with it for our nightly fish. … Continue reading →

Walking around the city of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno in San Cristobal you’ll most certainly encounter the sights and smells of sea lions. These creatures took over the beaches closest to the main drag, so much so you really wouldn’t want … Continue reading →

To kayak on San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos you are required to go with a tour guide. Across from Playa Mann down the sunshiny cobbled street is a bright blue storefront where you can sign up, same day. Our … Continue reading →

Hidden away from the main town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno in San Cristobal, La Loberia is a lesser known beach and hike. You can walk from the main drag (easily following the route on Maps.Me), it takes about 20 minutes … Continue reading →

For a do it yourself adventure on San Cristobal Island, hikers will enjoy making a day delving into the area surrounding Frigate Bird Hill, also known as Cerro Tijeretas. History lovers will enjoy starting at the interpretation center, the most … Continue reading →