This is the only book that you'll need in order to efficiently plan and fully enjoy your trip to the Galapagos Islands. VIVA knows Galapagos like no other guidebook company can, we're headquartered in Ecuador! The author, Crit Minster PhD, has made dozens of trips to the Islands and interviewed numerous guides, especially his wife who has be a naturalist guide in the Galapagos for nearly two decades. With VIVA Galapagos you'll: -- Choose the ideal cruise for your interests and budget with the most detailed, up-to-date guide on Galapagos cruise ships available. Many have reported saving thousands of dollars on a cruise using the advice in this book. -- Plan every detail of your trip with tips on transportation, packing and time in the Ecuador mainland. -- Spot wildlife using the photos and descriptions in the Galapagos wildlife guide. Record your sightings on the wildlife checklist. -- Discover alternative ways to explore the Galapagos like SCUBA diving, trekking, kayaking, volunteering or island hopping. Why settle for an outdated guidebook? The VIVA community of on-the-ground travel writers, local experts and travelers like you are continuously updating and improving this guide at vivatravelguides.com. Join us, and together we'll make the best guidebook to Galapagos even better.