Many people worldwide have a common wish in mind: One time in their life they want to visit the Galapagos archipelago. But the existing image of the islands and the expectations of the tourists towards a trip to one of the last paradise are very variously - such as the islands themself.
In this section we are presenting photo impressions of the most attractive islands. These impressions are reflecting the whole variety of the unique nature and will raise up your plans to discover Galapagos by yourself. One is for sure: Over the last decades there were taken millions of Galapagos photos by tourists and professionals, often times showing very similar scenarios. But, thanks to the surprising nature, every visitor has the chance to win very personal and unique impressions.
For photo impressions of the endemic wildlife, please refer to our section "Animals".
Isabela - The largest and youngest of the Galapagos Islands in the west of the archipelago has attracted attention in recent years because of repeated spectacular volcano eruptions. The most beautiful photo impressions of Isabela Island as Flash animated photo show.
Santa Cruz - If you can talk at all about a tourist centre in the Galapagos it is the island Santa Cruz. Once you get there, what you read in the travel guides may appear slightly exaggerated. The most beautiful photo impressions of Santa Cruz Island as Flash animated photo show.
San Cristobal - The most easterly island of the archipelago is called San Cristobal and extends over approximately 500 square kilometres. The small port Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is very quiet. The most beautiful photo impressions of San Cristobal Island as Flash animated photo show.
Santa Maria - The south-west island Santa Maria is better known as Floreana and is closely linked to the exciting history of the German immigrant family Wittmer. The most beautiful photo impressions of Santa Maria Island as Flash animated photo show.
Las Plazas - Plaza Sur (South Plaza) and Plaza Norte (North Plaza) are located off the east coast of Santa Cruz. Only the southern of the two islands is accessible to tourists. The most beautiful photo impressions of Plaza Sur Island as Flash animated photo show.
Seymour - Seymour Norte (Seymour North) lies north-east of Baltra (Seymour South), nor far from Santa Cruz. Besides land iguanas, the blue-footed boobies are the stars of the island with its diverse range of species. The most beautiful photo impressions of Seymour Island as Flash animated photo show.
Bartolome - There is no lavish Hollywood set or science fiction film that could simulate a moon or Mars landscape more impressively than the lava landscapes on Bartolome. The most beautiful photo impressions of Bartolome Island as Flash animated photo show.
