This archipelago lies on the Equator six hundred miles off the coast of Ecuador and is home to some of Mother Nature’s strangest creations. The wildlife is not only unusual, but it is also remarkably uninhibited by the presence of humans, which is why the Galápagos is considered the world’s most extraordinary wildlife watching destination. Tropical penguins, bright blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, and prehistoric-looking marine iguanas are just a few of the residents, and visitors often find themselves swimming with friendly sea lions or witnessing the curious courtship rituals of seabirds at close range. For luxury yacht charters, the most popular months are December to May when the sea temperatures are at their warmest.