Uitstekende Amerikaanse reisgids van uitgever Moon. De gids is vergelijkbaar met Lonely Planet en Rough guide en is voor de backpacker - zelfstandige reiziger geschreven; toch is deze door de grote mate van details en achtergronden geschikt voor alle reizigers! De gids onderscheidt zich door gedegen en uitgebreide achtergrondinformatie over bijvoorbeeld natuur en cultuur.
The Galapagos archipelago is one of the most beautiful, wild, and untouched places on earth. Travel back in time with Moon Galapagos Islands. Inside you'll find:- Strategic tour advice on which boats to take, how long to stay, and where to stop along the way- The top activities and unique experiences: Snorkel past playful sea lions and gentle sea turtles or dive with hammerheads and whale sharks.
Spot blue-footed boobies, albatross, and pelicans just as Darwin did when formulating the Theory of Evolution. Walk along sandy beaches where marine iguanas sun themselves on the rocks, or hike through forests of cacti and along otherworldly lava trails with ocean views- Expert insight from bioengineer Lisa Cho how to experience the islands like an insider, visit sustainably, avoid crowds, and respectfully engage with the culture- Background information on the history, landscape, and diverse wildlife of the archipelago, including how and where to see each animal while protecting their habitats- Full-colour photos and detailed maps throughout- In-depth coverage of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Isabela, Floreana, and the remote uninhabited islands of Santiago, Fernandina, Espanola, and Genovesa, plus the gateway cities of Quito and Guayaquil With Moon Galapagos Islands' practical tips and expert insight, you can have the trip of a lifetime. Expanding your trip? Check out Moon Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands.
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