Red Mangrove Eco Luxury Hotel
Red Mangrove is seated in the most exclusive area of Santa Cruz with private ocean front views. Resting on the shores of Puerto Ayora, the newly remodeled accommodations, deck and outdoor lounge offer incredible sights of the port, wildlife and surrounding landscapes.
Plan your visit to Santa Cruz Island and the rest of the archipelago with Red Mangrove's day tours and island hopping options. For those who prefer not to cruise, these programs are perfect for showing you the best of the Galapagos Islands.
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Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges was born in 2007, since then we have been sharing the wonder and excitement of adventure travel with people from all over the world.
The first year we were happy to start operations with our Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge, located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz.
As of October 2008, we are very pleased to announce the opening of two more Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges: Red Mangrove Isabela Lodge and Red Mangrove Floreana Lodge. With the addition of these two lodges, we were able to offer our guests the epitome of land-based packages that offer even more options and more flexibility than a cruise!
Good options for conscious budget's travelers that still look for great service and proven reputation.
Our adventures are carefully designed and will be enthusiastically conducted, because we believe that a trip to The Galapagos and the rest of Ecuador should be complete and our commitment is to offer you the possibility of discovering the amazing beauty of our country in its full splendor.
From our earliest days, we believe in an active engagement with two important subjects: the environment and the community. Our efforts are to reach positive results with these 2 top priorities of our administration. All of our actions are always framed in this philosophy because we believe in the possibility of a better world by offering the right way of traveling in which the lives of visitors and visited are enriched.
We currently offer a varied menu of alternatives and each route has been designed with great care, thinking to make each day of your trip particularly memorable.
Our commitment is to offer the possibility of discovering Ecuador in an exciting and memorable way, we know how to share with the entire world the richness, variety and flavor on 2 hemispheres and 4 worlds, as we know how to awake your senses, your heart and your soul.
Rest assure that when you are traveling under our umbrella, your security is our greatest concern, therefore we have chosen professional, caring staff, knowledgeable and charming people that will by your side during your experience.
We hope you will choose Red Mangrove Galapagos & Ecuador Lodges to help fulfill your next dream vacation in one of the precious stones of the South America's crown: Ecuador!
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Marine iguanas, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, South America
The marine iguana is an iguana found only on the Galápagos Islands that has the ability, unique among modern lizards, to live and forage in the sea, making it a marine reptile. The iguana can dive over 9 m (30 ft) into the water. It has spread to all the islands in the archipelago, and is sometimes called the Galápagos marine iguana. It mainly lives on the rocky Galápagos shore, but can also be spotted in marshes and mangrove beaches. On his visit to the islands, Charles Darwin was revolted by the animals' appearance, writing: The black Lava rocks on the beach are frequented by large (60--90 cm (2.0--3.0 ft), disgusting clumsy Lizards. They are as black as the porous rocks over which they crawl & seek their prey from the Sea. I call them 'imps of darkness'. They assuredly well become the land they inhabit. Amblyrhynchus cristatus is not always black; the young have a lighter coloured dorsal stripe, and some adult specimens are grey, and adult males vary in colour with the season. Dark tones allow the lizards to rapidly absorb heat to minimize the period of lethargy after emerging from the water. Breeding-season adult males on the southern islands (Española, Floreana and nearby islets) are the most colourful and will acquire red and teal-green colours, while on Santa Cruz they are brick red and black, and on Fernandina they are brick red and dull greenish. Another difference between the iguanas is size, which is different depending on the island the individual iguana inhabits. The iguanas living on the islands of Fernandina and Isabela (named for the famous rulers of Spain) are the largest found anywhere in the Galápagos. On the other end of the spectrum, the smallest iguanas are found on the island on Genovesa. Adult males are up to 1.7 metres (5.6 ft) long, females 0.6--1 metre (2.0--3.3 ft), males weigh up to 1.5 kilograms (3.3 lb). The marine iguana lacks agility on land but is a graceful swimmer. Its laterally flattened tail and spiky dorsal fins aid in propulsion, while its long, sharp claws allow it to hold onto rocks in strong currents. Its diet consists of seaweed and algae. A flat snout and sharp teeth enable it to browse on algae growing on rocks. A nasal gland filters its blood for excess salt ingested while eating, which is expelled through the nostrils, often leaving white patches of salt on its face. As an ectothermic animal, the marine iguana can spend only a limited time in cold water diving for algae. Dives of more than 15 m may last up to half an hour. Afterwards it basks in the sun to warm up. Until it can do so it is unable to move effectively, making it vulnerable to predation. Marine iguanas become highly defensive when in this state, biting at potential threats. During the breeding season males assemble large harems of females, which they guard aggressively against rivals. Marine iguanas have been found to change their size to adapt to varying food conditions. During an El Niño cycle in which food diminished for two years, some were found to decrease their length by as much as 20%. When food supply returned to normal, iguana size followed suit. It is speculated that the bones of the iguanas actually shorten as shrinkage of connective tissue could only account for a 10% change in length. Research suggests iguanas secrete a stress hormone that induces decreased skeletal size. El Niño conditions also increase mortality among larger-bodied iguanas, which take longer after foraging trips to warm up and digest algae consumed than smaller-bodied iguanas. Thus the latter are able to make more feeding excursions in a given day. The marine iguana is completely protected under the laws of Ecuador, and is listed under CITES Appendix II. Decreases in food supply due to El Niño cause periodic major declines in population. The species is threatened by predation by introduced species such as cats and dogs, which prey particularly upon its young. The total population size is unknown, but is, according to IUCN, at least 50,000, and estimates from the Charles Darwin Research Station are in the hundreds of thousands. Researchers theorize that land iguanas and marine iguanas evolved from a common ancestor since arriving on the islands from South America, presumably by rafting. It is thought that the ancestral species inhabited a part of the volcanic archipelago that is now submerged. The two species remain mutually fertile, and occasionally hybridize where their ranges overlap.
Hotels in Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos: Hotel Red Mangrove
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Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges
Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges was born in 2007, since then we have been sharing the wonder and excitement of adventure travel with people from all over the world.
The first year we were happy to start operations with our Red Mangrove Aventura Lodge, located in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz.
For more info:
Red Mangrove Inn, Galapagos Islands
Red Mangrove Inn, Puerto Ayora, Galapagos
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Marine iguana, Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, South America
The marine iguana is an iguana found only on the Galápagos Islands that has the ability, unique among modern lizards, to live and forage in the sea, making it a marine reptile. The iguana can dive over 9 m (30 ft) into the water. It has spread to all the islands in the archipelago, and is sometimes called the Galápagos marine iguana. It mainly lives on the rocky Galápagos shore, but can also be spotted in marshes and mangrove beaches. On his visit to the islands, Charles Darwin was revolted by the animals' appearance, writing: The black Lava rocks on the beach are frequented by large (60--90 cm (2.0--3.0 ft), disgusting clumsy Lizards. They are as black as the porous rocks over which they crawl & seek their prey from the Sea. I call them 'imps of darkness'. They assuredly well become the land they inhabit. Amblyrhynchus cristatus is not always black; the young have a lighter coloured dorsal stripe, and some adult specimens are grey, and adult males vary in colour with the season. Dark tones allow the lizards to rapidly absorb heat to minimize the period of lethargy after emerging from the water. Breeding-season adult males on the southern islands (Española, Floreana and nearby islets) are the most colourful and will acquire red and teal-green colours, while on Santa Cruz they are brick red and black, and on Fernandina they are brick red and dull greenish. Another difference between the iguanas is size, which is different depending on the island the individual iguana inhabits. The iguanas living on the islands of Fernandina and Isabela (named for the famous rulers of Spain) are the largest found anywhere in the Galápagos. On the other end of the spectrum, the smallest iguanas are found on the island on Genovesa. Adult males are up to 1.7 metres (5.6 ft) long, females 0.6--1 metre (2.0--3.3 ft), males weigh up to 1.5 kilograms (3.3 lb). The marine iguana lacks agility on land but is a graceful swimmer. Its laterally flattened tail and spiky dorsal fins aid in propulsion, while its long, sharp claws allow it to hold onto rocks in strong currents. Its diet consists of seaweed and algae. A flat snout and sharp teeth enable it to browse on algae growing on rocks. A nasal gland filters its blood for excess salt ingested while eating, which is expelled through the nostrils, often leaving white patches of salt on its face. As an ectothermic animal, the marine iguana can spend only a limited time in cold water diving for algae. Dives of more than 15 m may last up to half an hour. Afterwards it basks in the sun to warm up. Until it can do so it is unable to move effectively, making it vulnerable to predation. Marine iguanas become highly defensive when in this state, biting at potential threats. During the breeding season males assemble large harems of females, which they guard aggressively against rivals. Marine iguanas have been found to change their size to adapt to varying food conditions. During an El Niño cycle in which food diminished for two years, some were found to decrease their length by as much as 20%. When food supply returned to normal, iguana size followed suit. It is speculated that the bones of the iguanas actually shorten as shrinkage of connective tissue could only account for a 10% change in length. Research suggests iguanas secrete a stress hormone that induces decreased skeletal size. El Niño conditions also increase mortality among larger-bodied iguanas, which take longer after foraging trips to warm up and digest algae consumed than smaller-bodied iguanas. Thus the latter are able to make more feeding excursions in a given day. The marine iguana is completely protected under the laws of Ecuador, and is listed under CITES Appendix II. Decreases in food supply due to El Niño cause periodic major declines in population. The species is threatened by predation by introduced species such as cats and dogs, which prey particularly upon its young. The total population size is unknown, but is, according to IUCN, at least 50,000, and estimates from the Charles Darwin Research Station are in the hundreds of thousands. Researchers theorize that land iguanas and marine iguanas evolved from a common ancestor since arriving on the islands from South America, presumably by rafting. It is thought that the ancestral species inhabited a part of the volcanic archipelago that is now submerged. The two species remain mutually fertile, and occasionally hybridize where their ranges overlap.
Sea Lions at the Red Mangrove Sushi Bar, Santa Cruz, Galapagos
A fun time with the sea lions that hang out at the restaurant.
Finch Bay Eco Hotel - Galapagos
Come to enjoy one of the best sustainable and luxury experiences in Galapagos. The Finch Bay Eco Hotel, a National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World. Hosted by the Tourism Leader Metropolitan Touring.
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The Galapagos! Bucket List Moment! (Puerto Ayora)
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Twin Lodge Galapagos en Puerto Ayora
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Galapagos Islands - Swimming with sea lions
Swimming with Sea Lions - Galapagos Islands July 2016
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Galapagos Islands Day 1: Santa Cruz Island
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So, I've made it to the Galapagos Islands for the Feel Again project with the Ecuadorian Ministry of Tourism. The assignment has me on the Galapagos Islands for 4 days in total, which might not seem like much. However, since we're a part of a project, I'm sure that we'll have a lot of time to shoot photos and get the images of the islands we're hoping for.
This is now my second trip to the Galapagos Islands and I'm stoked for the adventure. On Day 1, we arrive on Santa Cruz Island and visit the Giant Tortoises as well as a lava cave. The giant tortoises on Santa Cruz are impressive to say the least, and the overcast skies meant that I got some pretty cool photos of the prehistoric animals.
Anyways, I hope you like the video from day 1. Be sure to stay tuned for the rest of the episodes from the Galapagos Islands and beyond!
The Pikaia Lodge: Pinnacle of Galapagos Luxury
Pikaia Lodge is the most luxurious property in the Galapagos. Completed in 2014, Pikaia has since earned a reputation for comfort, cuisine, and top-notch excursions.
Bus to Puerto Ayora - Galapagos Islands
After seeing giant tortoises, a bus took us back to Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. On the way, we picked up a mountain biker with a broken bike.