Galapagos Islands cruises FAQ
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What are the National Park rules?
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The
National Park
Service has developed rules to aid in the preservation. |
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No plant, animal, or remains of such (including shells, bones, and
pieces of wood), or other natural objects should not be removed or
disturbed. |
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Be careful not to transport any live material to the islands, or
from island to island. |
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Do not take any food to the uninhabited islands, for the same
reason. |
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Do not touch or handle the animals. |
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Do not feed the animals. It can be dangerous to you, and in the
long run would destroy the animals' social structure and breeding
habits. |
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Do not startle or chase any animal from its resting or nesting
spot. |
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Stay within the areas designated as visiting sites. |
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Do not leave any litter on the islands, or throw any off your
boat. |
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Do not deface the rocks. |
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Do not buy souvenirs or objects made of plants or animals from the
islands. |
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Do not visit the islands unless accompanied by a licensed National
Park Guide. |
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Restrict your visits to officially approved areas. |
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13.
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Show your conservationist attitude. |
