![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/00-phong-nga-1038x576.jpg "Son River")
As I have heard a lot of good things about Phong Nha, I had high expectations — and even those were surpassed. The landscape alone is very beautiful, and the enormous caves in the area are just stunning. Continue reading Awed in Phong Nha
Tag Archives: Boat Trip
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/mekong2-1038x576.jpg "Riding a rowing boat through the Mekong delta")
A day in the Mekong Delta
Today, I took a day tour to the Mekong delta. While it was quite touristy, it was still a nice excursion. Continue reading A day in the Mekong Delta
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_3961.jpg "Bartolomé")
Ecuador & Galapagos
In spring 2018, I treated myself to a very special trip: a visit to Ecuador and the Galapagos islands.
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P5161031.jpg "Sea lions")
Farewell to Galapagos
My Galapagos cruise ended in San Cristóbal. After my cruise, I explored this island for three more days on my own – and it truly was a worthy conclusion to my stay in Galapagos. Continue reading Farewell to Galapagos
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_4590.jpg "Breeding albatros")
Albatrosses and more
We spent the last (full) day of our Galapagos cruise in Española. This island is mostly known for the local albatross colony – but there is so much more to see! Continue reading Albatrosses and more
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_4309.jpg "Post Office Box")
Snorkeling postmen
Today, we visited the next island of the Galapagos archipelago: Floreana. This island is known for snorkeling at Devil’s Crown and (especially) for Post Office Bay. Continue reading Snorkeling postmen
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_4223.jpg "Santa Cruz")
Circling Santa Cruz
The last two days were rather "slow" days – almost a bit too quiet for my liking. Nevertheless, we had some interesting activities. Continue reading Circling Santa Cruz
Iconic Galapagos
The second full day of my Galapagos cruise was dedicated to geology: We visited two younger islands with significant traces of volcanic activity. Continue reading Iconic Galapagos
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_3661.jpg "Red-footed booby")
Red feet and red gular pouches
Yesterday was the first day of my Galapagos cruise. I am travelling on the Eden , a 16-passenger ship. We spent our first full day on the northeasternmost island of the archipelago, which is considered to be a bird’s paradise: Genovesa. Continue reading Red feet and red gular pouches
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/OI000332-1038x576.jpg "Monkey River")
Monkey (River) and Manatee
After almost a week at the Caribbean, it is soon time to say good bye to the coast – but not quite yet: Today, I went on a boat trip to and on Monkey River. Continue reading Monkey (River) and Manatee