An authentic paradise for nature lovers that bears one of the highest places in biodiversity of the world with its lush tropical rainforests and Andean cloud forests, Ecuador is home to more than 1626 species of birds and more than 17,000 recorded plants, many endemic to this small and peaceful country on the Pacific coast of South America. With its mosaic of cultivated fields, Indian markets and well-preserved colonial architecture, the region offers plenty of variety.

Enchanted Expeditions is a pioneer of small boat cruises and tours to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador. Ready-made and custom vacations are designed for active, curious and conservation-minded travelers looking for value, authenticity and a genuine connection to people, communities and wildlife while traveling with a ‘small footprint.

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The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador’s biggest treasure and a favorite nominee for The New 7 Wonders of Nature, are a must for all ages. Enchanted Expeditions continues to maintain Early Bird Special rates on certain departures aboard Beluga, their completely renovated motor yacht, a vessel providing the highest standards of comfort and service and equipped with the most modern safety systems. Travelers should move quickly to reserve the last available cabins.

Beluga accommodates 16 passengers in eight double cabins (four lower/lower berths, two matrimonial beds and two lower/lower berths that can be joined to create matrimonial options).

Cabin 1 has three beds (two lower and one upper bed), each with private bathrooms equipped with hot and cold-water showers, fully air conditioned, spacious social areas with all the comfort and facilities of a superior first-class motor yacht, and panoramic windows in the salon/dining area.

Travelers can enjoy time aboard on the spacious sun deck or relax in the shade on the top deck while cruising between islands.

The company will customize a tour per the client’s main interests and priorities.

Founder Judy Carvalhal and her three partners have collectively over 125 years of field experience as tour guides, researchers, conservationists and community tourism advocates in Ecuador.

Reservations and additional information on tours are available by contacting sales staff Monse or Wendy at the Quito office.

Enchanted Expeditions, monse@enchantedexpeditions.com, www.galapagosenchantedexpeditions.com, www.belugagalapagos.com