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![Sullivan's Bay, on Santiago Island, is covered by a Pahoehoe-type lava from as recent as 200 years ago (a relatively young lava flow in the islands)]()
Sullivan's Bay, on Santiago Island, is covered by a Pahoehoe-type lava from as recent as 200 years ago (a relatively young lava flow in the islands) -
![Bartolome Island, as seen from Sullivan's Bay, during a morning excursion]()
Bartolome Island, as seen from Sullivan's Bay, during a morning excursion -
![Iguanas are plentiful on many of the islands]()
Iguanas are plentiful on many of the islands -
![Of the world's six types of booby seabirds, it's the blue-footed ones that are a prize sighting in the Galapagos]()
Of the world's six types of booby seabirds, it's the blue-footed ones that are a prize sighting in the Galapagos -
![A male frigate bird tries to impress a potential mate with the display of his scarlet-colored throat pouch]()
A male frigate bird tries to impress a potential mate with the display of his scarlet-colored throat pouch -
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![The best-known symbol of the Galapagos, giant tortoises are often viewed at farms, but they can also seen roaming freely]()
The best-known symbol of the Galapagos, giant tortoises are often viewed at farms, but they can also seen roaming freely -
![During island excursions, visitors can usually walk and swim where they like. On occasion, like here on Bartolome, wooden steps keep everyone on the same path.]()
During island excursions, visitors can usually walk and swim where they like. On occasion, like here on Bartolome, wooden steps keep everyone on the same path. -
![Daily sea excursions usually offer the chance to snorkel in secluded, pristine waters.]()
Daily sea excursions usually offer the chance to snorkel in secluded, pristine waters. -
![A climb to the top of Bartolome Island is rewarded with a view of one of the Galapagos' signature landscapes, including Pinnacle Rock, far right, and the black lava flows of Santiago Island in the distance.]()
A climb to the top of Bartolome Island is rewarded with a view of one of the Galapagos' signature landscapes, including Pinnacle Rock, far right, and the black lava flows of Santiago Island in the distance. -
![The nine tents at Galapagos Safari Camp allow visitors to sleep close to nature, but in comfort.]()
The nine tents at Galapagos Safari Camp allow visitors to sleep close to nature, but in comfort. -
![The Royal Palm Hotel, Galapagos' longest-established luxury property, is located in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island.]()
The Royal Palm Hotel, Galapagos' longest-established luxury property, is located in the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. -
![The view from inside the spa at Pikaia, the Galapagos' newest luxury accommodation, which boasts 14 stunning suites.]()
The view from inside the spa at Pikaia, the Galapagos' newest luxury accommodation, which boasts 14 stunning suites.
