On a shelf above the spray, blue ... on the islands, the bird feeds on rodents, other birds, lizards, and tortoises. Across the archipelago a skiff nudges ashore on a remote black-sand beach ...

Xavier Castro Outdoorsy types don't flock to this white sand beach simply to bake in the ... coastline for some quality face time with the Galapagos' marine turtles. If you visit between January ...

Things to do on the Galápagos Islands include spending time with local wildlife and hiking to the rim of one of the world's largest volcanic craters.

There will be many opportunities to snorkel and dive, and catch a glimpse of creatures like giant tortoises, blue-footed ... The island features colorful mountains and white sand beaches.

A huge thank you to Ecoventura Galapagos ... Genovesa Island also houses the world’s largest red-footed boobie colonies; and North Seymore Island is the top destination for blue-footed boobies.

Several cruise lines sail to the Galapagos Islands all year long. While you can see wildlife all year, December is hatching season for the giant tortoises, and July is mating season for blue ...

See the blue-footed ... and Isabela Islands, raise endangered giant tortoises in breeding centers to eventually be released into the wild. IGTOA, the International Galapagos Tour Operators ...