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Pikaia Lodge / Galapacific S.A.
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Hidden in a secluded location and nestled on top of an extinct volcano crater, Pikaia Lodge is a stunning new alternative for exploring the "Last paradise on Earth" in a truly sustainable, yet luxurious land based way.Pikaia Lodge is designed for the environmentally conscious, eco-adventure traveler, who seeks intimate contact with the unique natural heritage of the Galapagos along with all the comforts of a highly evolved lifestyle. No lack of privacy, rigid timetables, seasickness nor confined spaces of the typical yachts or cruises. Pikaia Lodge guest will enjoy active, quality guided land and marine day programs in small groups. At night, they will rest in spacious and quiet accommodations.Due to its central location in the Archipelago, the Santa Cruz Island provided Pikaia Lodge with the perfect opportunity to develop it's unique land based day tour concept, since the most interesting islands, secluded white sandy beaches and wildlife sites of the Galapagos National Park are nearby. All these can be reached within relatively short navigation times on board it's large, comfortable, safe and stable oceangoing private yacht Pikaia I. Pikaia Lodge guest will discover some of the finest beaches of the Galapagos near the lodge. Just by taking a stroll, they can come face to face with a wild giant tortoise. Pikaia Lodge has its own private Tortoise Reserve on the property. Pikaia Lodge is one of the most advanced green lodges built in the world. It operates with alternative energy resources and has an outstanding social responsibility program.Since the Galapagos are famous for being Charles Darwin's inspiration for his Evolution Theory and is still living proof of it, Evolution is the theme of Pikaia lodge.With the lodge's name, Pikaia Lodge honors the oldest known ancestors from which all modern mammals, fish and reptiles are descendant.The "pikaia gacilens" are believed to be the first creature to evolve into a vertebrate.