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Are the Galapagos Islands Inhabited?

Four of the Galapagos Archipelago’s thirteen major islands are inhabited by people. This means that 97% of the Galapagos Islands’ land mass is unpopulated and maintained as a national park. The remoteness of the islands and their international fame for being home to magnificent animals means that the archipelago’s 30,000 human residents are often overlooked. […]

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Is Ecuador a Beautiful Country?

We’re often asked at Academy Bay Diving whether Ecuador makes for a great holiday destination. It is, after all, generally the first stop on any traveler’s visit to the Galapagos Islands.  Ecuador is home to the Andes mountain range, abundant wildlife such as monkeys and sloths, and one of the most biodiverse places on Earth: […]

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10 Things Ecuador is Famous For

Learn about what makes the Galapagos Islands so rich in wildlife.

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Why did Darwin go to the Galápagos?

Learn about what makes the Galapagos Islands so rich in wildlife.

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Top 10 Things To Do Around Quito, Ecuador

Learn about what makes the Galapagos Islands so rich in wildlife.

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Galapagos Islands: Where the Currents Converge

Learn about what makes the Galapagos Islands so rich in wildlife.

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Cooking Ceviche with the Galapagos Chefs

With our new Diving, bites and escapades itinerary we offer our guests the chance to experience the Galapagos culture and community and included in this exclusive package is a Ceviche cooking (and tasting!) class with the Galapagos Chefs.

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Why Are the Galápagos Islands so Important?

Chances are when you think of the Galápagos Islands, Darwin’s Theory of Evolution and giant tortoises will come to mind. But why? Let’s go a little deeper to find out why this Ecuadorian paradise is an important tropical haven.  The Galápagos archipelago is a unique center of breathtaking beauty and unusual creatures. Its verdant islands […]

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What Makes Ecuador Great for Tourists?

Ecuador is a great destination for tourists for many reasons. The country’s landscape is one of the most unique in South America. Jungles, beaches, mountains – you name it, Ecuador has it! Ecuador was the first country ever to be awarded several UNESCO World Heritage Sites for its capital, Quito, and the idyllic Galápagos Islands. […]

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Diving with Gentle Giants

At Academy Bay diving we get many enquiries about what can be expected from scuba diving in the Galapagos Islands. The wildlife is rarely doubted due to the plethora we have here but what are the water conditions, are there currents and, how warm, or not, is the water?

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