The Galapagos Islands and Ecuador

Your Essential Handbook for Exploring Darwin's Enchanted Islands, 3rd Edition

von Marylee Stephenson

256 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

- All new full-color photos in this edition - New planning tips for one-, four-, and eight-day travel options> The Galapagos Islands aren't a vacation destination for those wanting to sip umbrella drinks by the resort pool--which is exactly why The Galapagos Islands and Ecuador continues to be a standard resource for inquisitive adventurers, nature lovers, and DIY travelers. This new 3rd edition packs in even more interesting and useful natural history and travel information, including:

- Significant updates to all the major islands and visitor sites; the number of sites has nearly doubled in recent years - Newly updated and expanded maps - New photography tips for digital equipment and process - New detailed chapter on visiting Quito and mainland Ecuador, featuring primary ecological and historical areas in the Andean highlands, rainforests, and coastal areas> "Marylee Stephenson brings to her guidebook the perspective of a dedicated birder and naturalist, skilled photographer and experienced traveler (who has made no fewer than ten visits to the Galapagos Islands). This concise handbook is a superb introduction to the biological wonderland made famous by the writings of Darwin." --Donovan Thomas, Ph.D., Professor of Biological Sciences (Retired), University of Windsor

• ISBN: 9781594859175
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 28.09.2015
• Größe: 190 x 139 mm
• Verlag: Mountaineers Books