The light at the end of the tunnel draws me downward. I exit the undersea cave 30 metres below the surface to find a reef teeming with tropical fish and soft coral. But it's not the coral that catches ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: For the 1.55-mile trek to Tortuga Bay's Playa Mansa, wear comfy shoes and bring snacks and water. Once at the beach, you can snorkel, watch marine iguanas or rent a kayak to ...

A trip to the awe-inspiring Galapagos Islands is a precious opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and the absolute best way to do it is on a small, (20 people or less) group cruise. The islands ...

When you think of snorkeling, you most likely picture crystal-clear waters with beautiful – but traditional – aquatic life. You know, angel fish and the like. But the mask, fins and snorkel set have ...

"If a sea lion barks at you, don't bark back," instructed Lourdes, one of our expert naturalist guides on my recent Quasar Expeditions Galapagos cruise aboard the Evolution. "Remember, they can play ...

If you want to plan a beach vacation but can't decide on a location that's both adventurous and relaxing, consider this idea: take a snorkeling trip and get the best of both worlds. Some of the best ...