On the Zodiac in Black Turtle Cove

Day 89 - Swimming with Penguins

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June 19th 2010
This morning we met our new guide, William, who had arrived overnight. He seemed great, but I was going to miss Hanzel. His enthusiasm for every island and every creature, even after 20 years, was touching, his demeanour and story telling delightful, his sense of humour great. He was an excellent guide. Our first excursion was to Bartolome island, one of the most photographed in the archipelago ... read more

South America » Ecuador » Galápagos

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The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... ... read more