Galapagos Islands: A Day on Santa Cruz | Darwin Center to El Manzanillo Ranch
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this is the island of Santa Cruz we are going ashore today into this small town and we're going to the Darwin Center
baby giant tortoises little giant tortoises full grown female there a m both over 90 years old
the iguanas are not even slightly Afraid of Anything they're laying on the sidewalk in the middle of time
we just ate at this Ranch in the highlands of Santa Cruz and uh no fence or anything these are just the tortoises that are wandering around
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Welcome to Travel Past 60! 🌎 Join us on an incredible adventure through the Galapagos Islands aboard the Celebrity Flora! In December 2024, we experienced this bucket-list destination in all its natural glory. 🐢 SANTA CRUZ ISLAND HIGHLIGHTS: • Exclusive tour of the Charles Darwin Research Station • Up-close encounters with giant tortoises of all ages • Marine iguanas sunbathing on city sidewalks • Local wildlife watching: pelicans on fishing boats & opportunistic sea lions • Authentic shopping experience in Puerto Ayora 🌱 GIVING BACK TO THE ISLANDS: We participated in Celebrity Cruises' conservation partnership with the Galapagos National Park, planting endemic trees to support the local ecosystem. 🏡 EL MANZANILLO RANCH EXPERIENCE: • Wild tortoise spotting along countryside roads • Delicious Ecuadorian buffet • Traditional dance performances • Guided nature walk with expert naturalists • Hundreds of free-roaming giant tortoises in their natural habitat ⚓ PRO TIP: This is an active cruise with two daily excursions (morning and afternoon), including both wet and dry landings. Come prepared for adventure, not relaxation! 👋 Like and Subscribe for more travel inspiration and tips! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLabIAdRxeVFhDyELV7YqQQNb9N6AZ4HT3 @travelpast60 #GalapagosIslands #CelebrityFlora #Travel #Wildlife #Conservation #SeniorTravel #Adventure #TravelPast60