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Galapagos News: Lonesome George could have offspring

After 36 years of exhaustive efforts, "Lonesome George", the last survivor of the Pinta Island giant tortoise species (Geochelone abigdoni) would be able to reproduce. Park rangers in charge of the "Fausto Llerena" Captive Breeding Center found a nest with eggs laid by one of the two Wolf Volcano females that have shared a pen with him since 1993. Out of nine eggs laid, only three were intact. These were placed in incubators, at different temperatures to obtain 2 females and 1 male. There will be a wait of 120 to 130 days before it is known if the eggs are fertile and George will have offspring. * Source: Communication Process - Galapagos National Park

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La Pinta Cruise

Yacht LA PINTA offers a relaxed yet lavish expedition atmosphere, with plush outside cabins; the highest standards of service; the very best international cuisine plus celebrated Ecuadorian dishes, and all the amenities that make the Galapagos Expedition a trip of a lifetime.Our associates offer and expertly handle an environmentally friendly operation in the Galapagos National Park and is the pioneer of reliable and high-quality tourism in Ecuador. LA PINTA follows strict international standards in relation to safety at sea. Spacious public areas in the Boat Deck include a large Observation Lounge and Bar, which can be used for outdoor dining; a smaller outside Sky Bar towards the stern, fore and aft observation decks, an exercise room, Jacuzzi and a well-stocked Natural History Library-Conference Room. At the Main Deck is a window-lined Dining Room, with open seating and no formal dress requirements; the Reception Area, Boutique and Doctor’s Office. The Galley and crew quarters are also located in the Main Deck.

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ITINERARY Day 1: Baltra Island - Las Bachas (Santa Cruz Island)
Day 2: Punta Espinoza (Fernandina Island) - Punta Moreno (Isabela Island)
Day 3: Post Office Bay - Champion Islet (Floreana Island) - Punta Cormorant (Floreana Island)
Day 4: Cerro Dragón (Dragon Hill) (Santa Cruz Island) - North Seymour Island
Day 5: Highlands of Santa Cruz Island - Puerto Ayora - Charles Darwin Research Station
Day 6: Sullivan Bay (James Island) - Puerto Egas (James Island)
Day 7: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno - Cerro Brujo
Day 8: Baltra Island