2017 - TM South America

TM-SAM-A$-2017

Travelmarvel South America Tours, Galapagos Islands, Amazon Cruise, Machu Picchu

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26 Galápagos Islands Cruising Embark on an amazing four-night cruise with daily excursions to encounter wildlife that can only be EVER-CHANGING LANDSCAPES Living in isolation from the rest of the world, some 1,000 kilometres from South America, the Galápagos Islands are often referred to as a living museum that acts as a showcase of evolution. Formed by ongoing seismic and volcanic activity, all 19 islands lie within three ocean currents. Here, plant life exudes from basalt rock, giant tortoises roam freely and sea lions playfully swim in the equatorial waters. WILDLIFE OF THE GALÁPAGOS Home to an astonishing array of native animals, the Galápagos Islands are unlike any other place in the world. Naturalist and geologist Charles Darwin noted that although all islands shared similar compositions, climate and environment, each housed its own unique set of species. You'll get the chance to spot giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, iguanas, whales, dolphins, penguins and crabs, to name just a few. CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION It is little wonder this mysterious land and its exotic inhabitants inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, following his visit to these stunning islands in 1835. Founded in 1959 with the help of the IUCN, UNESCO and a team of worldwide conservationists, the Charles Darwin Foundation for the Galápagos Islands has provided unique scientific solutions at local, national and international levels. Main image: the Galápagos Islands are home to a number of unique and diverse animals, including the Galápagos land iguana – www.travelmarvel.com.au –

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