Spend More Time on Land and Less Time on the Boat in the Galapagos Islands.

Thomasville, NC, March 10, 2004 – Core Expeditions offers an alternative way to visit the Galapagos Islands using the existing towns in the islands as bases. Instead of staying overnight in cramped cabins, relax in the port towns of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and Isabela. Travelers can hike inland to areas in the National Park open to visitors but seldom visited. For example, visit the highlands of San Cristobal and hike to the natural habitat of the land tortoises or hike to Tortuga Bay to boogie board or surf.

“People seem to be in a rush to visit as many islands as possible rather than taking the time to enjoy a selection.  The yacht tours for us are like bus tours hopping from place to place with little time for reflection. Some people want that. We don’t.  On our Land and Sea program, you will still see the animals that people come to see, but you can take the time to enjoy it.  The Galapagos Islands are a unique and fragile balance of human settlement, wildlife conservation and tourism.  We would like our guests to experience that because that is the Galapagos reality.” Says owner Cary Kanoy.

The Galapagos Land and Sea program is ideal for people who enjoy hiking and getting acquainted with the local culture. The program offers an option to stay overnight at private homes that have been adapted as bed and breakfasts. Guests can enjoy the hospitality of local families.  In addition to various hikes, guests sea kayak in the inlets and bays of Santa Cruz and snorkel daily. Boats are used more as transportation to get from island to island rather than as accommodation. Staying on the islands gives guests the freedom to explore the small towns, hang out on the beach or local café on their own.

Core Expeditions offers special dates for families with children under 12 and other dates are open to the general public.  For more information you can visit their web site at www.coreexpeditions.com.