Dinghy Ride in the Mangroves

Last Day in Galapagos

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June 22nd 2006
Today we got up really early and got into dinghies to take a tour of the mangroves. While we were there a whole group of blue-footed boobies were getting their meal. We watched as they all flew around and then simultaneously dive-bombed the water to grab something to eat. They continuously did this. We all just sat watching in amazement. As they plunged into the water it looked as if the hundreds ... 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