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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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Encantada Cruise

The charming red Encantada (the Enchanted) is a 70 foot sailing yacht accommodating up to 12 people in 6 double cabins with upper/lower berths, private bathrooms, and hot water. For passengers looking to add optional diving, this is also possible. Snorkelling equipment provided. This is the most economical sailing yacht in the Galapagos. Full crew and a level II naturalist guide.

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ITINERARY (Sunday to Sunday): 8 day/7 nights

Sunday: Baltra - Black Turtle Cove
Monday: Rabida - Bartolome
Tuesday: Genovesa
Wednesday: Plazas - Charles Darwin Research Station
Thursday: Punta Cormorant - Post Office Bay
Friday: Gardner Bay - Punta Suarez
Saturday: Leon Dormido - Isla Lobos - Santa Fe
Sunday: North Seymour - Baltra

5 day/4 night itinerary departs on Wednesday.
4 day/3 night itinerary departs on Sunday.