Galápagos Islands

Wildlife Photography Expedition to Galápagos Islands

Co-led by Rachel Bigsby for Muench Workshops Embark on this once-in-a-lifetime photographic journey through the enchanting Galápagos Islands. Known for its fearless wildlife and stunning landscapes, the Galápagos offers unparalleled opportunities to capture extraordinary imagery of species like blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, sea lions, and more. Onboard a small, luxury yacht, we will have a flexible schedule tailored to lighting conditions and wildlife activity. Guided by local naturalists, this workshop is designed for photographers with ample opportunities for one-on-one instruction, image reviews, and post-processing sessions.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Guayaquil, Ecuador

• Arrive in Guayaquil and transfer to the hotel.

• Join the group for a welcome dinner at a favorite local restaurant.
  

Day 2: Flight to the Galápagos

• Morning flight to San Cristobal Island in the Galápagos.

• Visit the “David Rodriguez” Breeding Center to photograph hatchling turtles and learn about the island’s conservation efforts.

• Highlights: giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, snorkeling with sea lions.
  

Day 3: North Seymour Island and Black Turtle Cove

• Morning: Explore North Seymour Island’s arid vegetation zone, home to land and marine iguanas, frigatebirds, and blue-footed boobies.

• Afternoon: Visit Black Turtle Cove, a haven for young marine life.

• Highlights: rays, reef sharks, sea turtles, snorkeling opportunities.
  

Day 4: Bartholomew Island and Egas Port

• Morning: Climb to the summit of Bartholomew Island’s extinct volcano for breathtaking views of Pinnacle Rock.

• Afternoon: Explore Egas Port’s tide pools and photograph Galapagos fur seals basking in the sun.

• Highlights: penguins, lava cactus, colorful fish, and marine iguanas.
  

Day 5: Tagus Cove and Urbina Bay

• Morning: Photograph flightless cormorants and penguins in Tagus Cove.

• Afternoon: Discover Urbina Bay’s fascinating uplifted coastline, home to giant land iguanas and coral remnants.

• Highlights: hawks, tortoises, tropical fish, snorkeling opportunities.
  

Day 6: Espinoza Point and Vicente Roca Point

• Morning: Visit Fernandina Island’s Espinoza Point, known for its pristine ecosystem and nesting flightless cormorants.

• Afternoon: Explore Vicente Roca Point’s stunning coves by boat and snorkel in its biodiverse waters.

• Highlights: sea turtles, blue-footed boobies, rays, and puffer fish.
  

Day 7: Buccaneer Cove and Sullivan Bay

• Morning: Capture images of seabirds and Sally Lightfoot crabs at Buccaneer Cove’s steep cliffs.

• Afternoon: Explore Sullivan Bay’s dramatic lava fields and search for signs of plant life emerging on the volcanic terrain.

• Highlights: marine iguanas, herons, and octopi.
  

Day 8: Bachas Beach and Charles Darwin Research Station

• Morning: Visit Bachas Beach to photograph flamingos, sea turtles, and Sally Lightfoot crabs.

• Afternoon: Tour the Charles Darwin Research Station to see giant tortoises up close.

• Highlights: hatchling and adult tortoises, flamingos, and beachscapes.
  

Day 9: Kicker Rock and Departure

• Morning: Circumnavigate Kicker Rock, a striking volcanic formation, for a final opportunity to photograph seabirds and marine life.

• Afternoon flight back to Guayaquil, with flights home departing anytime after 5:00 PM.
  

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