{"id":71238,"date":"2019-11-26T13:48:14","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T20:48:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walkingtree.org\/?page_id=71238"},"modified":"2024-11-12T08:07:02","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T15:07:02","slug":"galapagos-profile","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/walkingtree.org\/galapagos-profile\/","title":{"rendered":"Galapagos"},"content":{"rendered":"
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      We recognize the extraordinary role that meaningful international travel can play in shaping the lives of young people, and strive to create itineraries which push travelers to see themselves and the places they visit in a new and exciting light.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>

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      Angela’s 2019 Galapagos Program<\/h3>\t\t\t

      Walking Tree Travel specializes in customized group travel<\/strong>. The itinerary below is from a recent program and is provided here as an example of just one of many experiences that are possible in this destination.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>

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      Travel from USA to Quito, Ecuador. Upon arrival, we will head to our hotel in Quito this evening and have a brief orientation meeting before our morning departure to the islands.<\/p>\n

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      Today we fly 600 miles over the Pacific Ocean to reach the Galapagos Islands. After landing in Baltra, we will take a ferry across the Itabaca Channel and experience a variety of ecosystems as we drive to the highlands of Santar Cruz Island where giant tortoises roam in the mist. In the afternoon, we will go sea kayaking in nearby grottoes in search of sea lions, blue footed boobies, marine iguanas, and more! At night, we'll retreat to our tents and fall asleep under the stars.<\/p>\n

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      Today, we drive down to Puerto Ayora and visit to the famous Darwin Research Station. Upon arrival, we'll dive into our volunteer work with local authorities. We'll receive an expert lecture, then get into the field to lend a hand on a research project or conservation effort. Projects can range from tracking wild giant tortoises, to biodiversity surveys, to working on a restorative ecology project for endemic plant species. More details on your project will be laid out in the weeks prior to your departure.<\/p>\n

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      We'll take a \"speedboat\" over to Isabela Island. Today is our most challenging adventure yet. We'll hike up to the rim of Sierra Negra, the second largest caldera in the world and an active volcano. We'll see firsthand the geological processes that shaped these islands, and spot wildlife on the way. We'll retreat to a locally-run camp in the highlands where we'll meet a man who raises and cares for giant tortoises.<\/p>\n

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      After an early breakfast we go on a 45 minute boat ride to a world famous site where we will snorkel through lava tunnels and amongst a stunning array of marine life. Our local guide will explain the significance of the Galapagos as an oasis for marine species, and we'll see the evidence firsthand. It's not uncommon to see blue-footed boobies, green sea turtles, and sharks as we glide over beds of anemones and corals.<\/p>\n

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      Today we'll make our return from the islands to Quito. Upon arrival in the capital, we will have dinner in the historic center and celebrate our great adventure.<\/p>\n

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      Today we fly back to the USA!<\/p>\n

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      Teacher Spotlight<\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n

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      \"Gal\u00e1pagos is definitely an experience of a lifetime that must be done with guides from Walking Tree who know the must do and must see of the islands!\"<\/span>
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      *Estimated airfare: In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Families will be invoiced for the flight once we are able to secure the best airfare for the group.<\/small><\/center><\/center><\/center><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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