The islands continuously attract wildlife enthusiasts due to the mesmerising biodiversity, natural beauty and thriving flora and fauna. HX - Hurtigruten Expeditions have been taking curious travellers on once-in-a- lifetime adventures to the Galápagos Islands since 1969. Passionate about honouring conservation efforts and protecting the area’s biodiversity, on a HX expedition cruise, visitors can witness the beauty of these remote islands and embark on an unforgettable experience, respectfully and sustainably. A visit to the diverse habitats of the Galápagos will reveal an incredible array of wildlife, with many being unafraid of humans and many endemic to the islands. With the experienced and knowledgeable HX Expedition Team, you’ll head into hidden coves teeming with sea lions, you’ll trek across volcanic beaches, spotting swooping pelicans and scuttling Sally Lightfoot crabs, and you’ll snorkel with tropical fish in the shimmering water. The most famous resident is undoubtedly the Galápagos Giant Tortoise. Growing up to six feet long, and able to live to be over 100 years old, these reptiles used to be abundant on the Galápagos archipelago, however only about 15,000 remain in the wild today. On a HX cruise you can visit the Charles Darwin Research Station, which works hard to protect all 12 species of Galápagos tortoise on the island through research and breeding programmes. Another famous species on the Galápagos is the Marine Iguana, the only reptile in the world which has evolved to swim underwater. These remarkable, colour-
A visit to the diverse habitats of the Galápagos will reveal an incredible array of wildlife, with many being unafraid of humans and many endemic to the islands.
Renowned for heavily inspiring Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, the Galápagos Islands are an archipelago in the eastern Pacific Ocean, formed by a series of volcanic eruptions, and home to fascinating endemic species.
shifting creatures can search for prey both above and below the water, with their colours becoming more vivid in the breeding season. You can only witness these incredible and endangered species on the Galápagos Islands. Whilst visiting, you might also be lucky enough to spot the Galápagos Penguin. These endearing birds are smaller than the average penguin, and can be found nowhere else in the world. They are the only type of penguin to live north of the equator, with their small bodies a clever adaptation to cope in the warmer climates.
as it should be, on a HX expedition cruise to the Galápagos Islands, for a truly once in a lifetime experience. _____
2 night 4* hotel stay in Quito, Ecuador plus 6 night Galapagos cruise onboard MS Santa Cruz
II with HX Expeditions. Flying from London Heathrow on 28 January 2026. Itinerary operates from Jan 2025 & Dec 2026. Prices start from £5,019pp. Scan the code or contact us for more information to book.
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