Ekvádor z Baltra na lodi Celebrity Xploration

Baltra (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador (embarkation) / In the middle of the Galapagos Islands lies the small flat island of Baltra. During World War II, it served as an American airbase, and today the island with the largest airport in the Galapagos is the gateway to the beautiful archipelago. Keep your eyes open, and you might see Galapagos iguanas crossing the road. Head to the neighboring island of Mosquera and admire one of the largest colonies of sea lions. Take a walk on the 2-kilometer trek on North Seymour Island and observe marine iguanas and countless bird species. Visit Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island, a place where giant tortoises breed, and don't miss snorkeling or diving at Gordon Rocks.

Mosquera Island (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / Between the islands of North Seymour and Baltra lies one of the smallest islets of the Galápagos archipelago. Most of Mosquera's area is made up of a white sandy beach, which is home to one of the largest colonies of sea lions. Observe these magnificent creatures, and you might even spot an orca, for whom they are a welcome addition to the menu. Admire herons, lava gulls, and other species of seabirds, for whom the island is a great refuge. And then put on your snorkel and set out to discover the fascinating life of the coral reef beneath the crystal-clear sea surface.

Dragon Hill (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador

Rabida (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / Just a stone's throw from Santiago Island lies one of the most unique Galapagos islands. Rábida owes its deep red color to the high iron content in the lava rock from which the small island is formed. Be welcomed by sea lions basking in the sun on the red sand. Observe nesting cormorants and pink flamingos, who enjoy the local lagoon, and take a walk inland where Darwin's finches live among the sandalwood trees. End your trip to Rábida beneath the surface in the company of sea turtles, rays, and white-tipped sharks.

Las Tintoreras (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador

Puerto Villamil (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / On the southern coast of Isabela Island lies a port town that is an ideal starting point for exploring the largest of the Galápagos Islands. Puerto Villamil boasts the longest beach in the Galápagos, a reminder of the island's grim past, and an active volcano. Stroll along the wooden walkway through mangrove forests alongside flamingo-filled ponds to the giant tortoise breeding center. Go snorkeling in the lava tunnels of Los Túneles and kayak in Elizabeth Bay. Visit the Wall of Tears, built during the time when the island was a penal colony, and finally, climb to the summit of Sierra Negra volcano and enjoy the breathtaking views.

Bahia Post Office (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / On the northern coast of the Galapagos island of Floriana lies Post Office Bay with a wooden barrel that has served its purpose since the 18th century. Letters without stamps are delivered here to recipients by tourists themselves. Send a postcard home in a truly unconventional way. Take a boat ride through the mangrove bay and enjoy breathtaking views of the bay from Baron's lookout. On Cormorant Point beach, watch the sea lions and then take a walk to the lagoon, which is home to pink flamingos. Don't miss snorkeling or diving at Devil's Crown, an extinct underwater volcano, and swim with schools of tropical fish, green sea turtles, and sharks.

Cormorant Point (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / In the northern tip of Floreana Island lies the beautiful area of Cormorant Point. The island, located in the southern part of the Galápagos archipelago, boasts an 18th-century "post office," the status of the first capital of the Galápagos, and stunning nature that attracts tourists from all over the world today. Visit two different beaches – a green-tinted sandy beach and a beach made of crushed corals, chosen by rare green sea turtles for nesting. In the nearby freshwater lagoon, admire the beautiful flamingos and herons, and beneath the sea surface, observe sharks, rays, and countless species of marine fish. Finally, head out to snorkel at the Devil's Crown, a popular diving spot.

Cerro Brujo (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / On the northern coast of the Galapagos island of San Cristobal lies one of the undoubtedly most beautiful beaches of the archipelago. The white beach with the finest sand rests in the shadow of a volcanic cone called Witch Hill, from whose lake the ancient inhabitants of nearby Puerto Baquerizo Moreno obtained salt, which they used for preserving meat. Refresh yourself in the crystal-clear water and with a snorkel, admire the fascinating life beneath the sea surface. Observe the sea birds, sea lions lazily lounging on the sand, and herons, for whom the nearby freshwater lagoon is home. While walking along the coast, don't forget to enjoy the breathtaking views that the area offers.

Kicker Rock (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / An hour's boat ride west of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, one of the most impressive rock formations of the Galápagos archipelago rises skyward off the shores of San Cristóbal Island. The pair of rocks, Kicker Rock, also known by its Spanish name León Dormido, the sleeping lion, towers 140 meters above the sea level and attracts divers from all over the world with its unique ecosystem. Set off on a boat ride and observe the sea birds and California sea lions that have found a home here. Then put on your snorkel, dive below the surface, and admire the sea turtles, rays, and Galápagos sharks, for whom the narrow channel between the rocks is an ideal refuge.

Isla Lobos (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / Just an hour's boat ride from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, off the southeastern coast of the Galápagos island of San Cristóbal, lies the islet of Isla Lobos, named after the colony of local sea lions. Watch them basking in the sun or swim with them. Take a short trek across the island, admire the unique lava formations and the creatures that have made them their home. Then put on your snorkel and set out to discover the vibrant life beneath the calm sea surface.

Puerto Ayora (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador

Suarez Point (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / At the easternmost point of the untouched Galapagos island of Española lies Punta Suarez, a place with breathtaking volcanic landscapes that are home to unique wildlife. Embark on a challenging trek and admire the intriguing volcanic formations. Observe sea lions basking on the sandy beach, red-green marine iguanas, or lava lizards. Keep your eyes open and you'll spot two species of boobies, mockingbirds, and even waved albatrosses, which nest only on Española. Enjoy the stunning views and occasionally let your eyes wander to the sea surface: sea turtles come here to take a breath.

Gardner Bay (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador / On the northern coast of Española, the oldest and driest island of the Galápagos archipelago, lies Gardner Bay. It boasts one of the longest beaches in the Galápagos and a vibrant life beneath the crystal-clear sea surface, attracting divers from all over the world. Relax on the beautiful white beach alongside a colony of sea lions, with whom you can often swim here. Observe thrushes, hawks, and other seabirds that have taken a liking to the island, and then head out to snorkel at Turtle Rock. If you're lucky, you might spot whitetip sharks, giant mantas, or even the venomous lionfish.

Daphne Island (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador

Baltra (Galápagos Islands) / Ecuador (disembarkation) / In the middle of the Galapagos Islands lies the small flat island of Baltra. During World War II, it served as an American airbase, and today the island with the largest airport in the Galapagos is the gateway to the beautiful archipelago. Keep your eyes open, and you might see Galapagos iguanas crossing the road. Head to the neighboring island of Mosquera and admire one of the largest colonies of sea lions. Take a walk on the 2-kilometer trek on North Seymour Island and observe marine iguanas and countless bird species. Visit Black Turtle Cove on Santa Cruz Island, a place where giant tortoises breed, and don't miss snorkeling or diving at Gordon Rocks.