Galapagos Islands - How is this Real Life?!

What do you imagine when you hear the word "Galápagos"? If you're interested in booking this tour (or one similar), click this link for 5% off your booking: bit.ly/FernwehGalapagosCruise
We remember first reading about this island sanctuary, a place that has been undisturbed for millennia and overflowing with fearless life forms due to having evolved without human interference. But what the books fail to mention is that you truly have to experience this paradise in person to fully understand how spectacular it is. Come along on a Galapagos cruise to discover endemic species like the massive land tortoises, swim with penguins and playful sea lions, dive with hammerheads and spotted eagle rays, and carefully step around more iguanas than you could ever count as we explore the islands.
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► WHO ARE WE, YOU ASK?
Well, thanks for asking. We are Georg, Tara, Liv and Bodhi, a German-American family living in Colorado in the United States. We're on a quest to travel to and report back from every country on this bright blue dot we call home. The word "Fernweh" in our channel name is German and translates to "the ache for distant places".
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CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
1:17 - Giant Tortoises in the Highlands
2:55 - Diving with Hammerheads
3:56 - Descending into Lava Tubes
4:46 - Iguanas at Tortuga Bay
6:20 - Sailing Santa Cruz
8:04 - Swimming with Penguins and Turtles on Isabella Island
11:13 - Sea Lions of Fernandina Island
15:26 - Floreana Island aka Post Office Bay
17:57 - Flamingos, Rays and Baby Turtle Nests
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Georg, Tara, Liv & Bodhi

[@user-jt7mb3kv3j]

This man won in life. Beautiful wife, daughter and son, exploring the world. That's a real success right here guys.

[@PoojaShravan]

This production quality will put even Netflix to shame. All that is missing is David Attenborough doing a cameo 😀. You guys are leading a new generation of travel content creation by breaking standards with every upload. - From one travel creator to another

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks Pooja and Shravan, you two always give me the best morale boost!😆 Great seeing you here. 🎉 And yeah, let’s get on that whole Attenborough making a cameo thing! 🔥

[@journeythroughindia]

I know right! This channel is way too underrated. This particular video made me feel blessed, ngl. Amazing content quality. ❣

[@buddhapiyao1315]

exactly what I wanted to say. This is too good.

[@kumarshetty4628]

100%

[@aymenconquistador]

Simply WOW!! The production quality easily rivals multi million dollars documentary projects from BBC. You set a new high bar for content creation on KZbin. Can't wait for more and to discover new places through your lenses.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks Aymen! 🤘🏻

[@bharathkumar1794]

yes brilliant

[@rainlei9324]

it’s so fake- in reality it’s a ruined wal mart of cities- super touristy- look it up and see

[@hunterbidensvaxmandates]

When you compare anyone to BBC these days is an insult do u know what their board members getting caught doing

[@kyescapers2434]

The whole video and the cinematography are just amazing. They took this travel vlog to a whole new level. This is so underrated.

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅🙏🏻

[@aminahcolin6771]

As an Ecuadorian, I love the way you film this beautiful country. Thank you for taking us on your travels with you. Bendiciones 😊

[@FernwehChronicles]

Hey, thanks for coming along! ✌🏻

[@davidlewis4001]

My 99% certainty of travel to the Galapagos is now over 100%! Gorgeous footage

[@FernwehChronicles]

It is a truly unbelievable place… 🤯

[@amit548]

Bodhi- We are adventure kids. You truly are little heart! George, there are zillions of KZbinrs ,but the content you bring always glues me to my mobile or TV. Live long lovely life, folks. It is lovely to see Liv growing and learning each day. God bless you all.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thank you! 🙏🏻 And yes, he is a little heart (ham)! 😆

[@bilvateja4368]

Why are you guys soo underrated?? Would love to watch more of such world tours through your eyes🥺 Love from India!!!

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks for coming along! ❤️

[@billbuckleytutorials]

Man , each video gets better and better . Your video skills and editing /color grading & story telling are some of the best on KZbin! love it

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks Bill! I like to take each video as an opportunity to push and reinvent myself a little bit each time. 😅 It definitely doesn’t help the speed of things but I love it. 😆🤦🏼‍♂️ Thanks for noticing and for coming along again! ❤️

[@Solstice_winter]

Same

[@juansebastianmalla]

All you need is Ecuador 😍🇪🇨

[@manoharreddyyaram]

This is art at it's finest. Wow it's just amazing to see you guys, push the limits of videography. Storytelling at it's best😀

[@FernwehChronicles]

🙏🏻❤️✌🏻

[@sgt234]

It's a video that should be trending on youtube 😇 Huge fan from India Visit India to see its rich wildlife across the nation..

[@Camilooh]

I watched this and the mainland Ecuador video. As an Ecuadorian I just have to say thank you for showing how wonderful my country is. Galápagos Islands are magic, you have to see it to believe it. Congratulations on the Ecuador video series, the videos have been amazing

[@FernwehChronicles]

🙏🏻

[@tamilang1508]

In which month was this?:)

[@jeanedevries1]

Fantastic! Truly an epic adventure for these little kids. What an education they’re getting- absolutely incredible. Well done, again!!

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks! It really was an amazing adventure 😍

[@justkayy]

This is incredible!! Your storytelling, shots and grading, wow

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks buddy 😄 I hope you’re doing well and having a killer time wherever you are! 🌏

[@hobbyistrunner]

I got goosebumps straight for 20 minutes and 36 seconds. ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!

[@muhammadnaiem6274]

I came up with maybe 2021, At that time I was in my home country. Now I live in Germany. After watching your first video *Masai Mara* I just fell in love with your filming, Video quality, storytelling, and editing. You deserve more attention and more views. All the best and keep up your good job. ❤️

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks (Danke) Muhammad 🙏🏻❤️

[@TonySonny717]

"Paradise" is exactly how I describe The Galapagos Islands. I went there a few years ago, and nothing has matched that adventure.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Yeah, it’s truly surreal. 🤯

[@ivanovich2198]

I told you last time on your Ecuadorian vid that you've done better than the Tourism Board has done in a decade and I'm thrilled to see that you collaborate now!! Congrats !! Keep up the great great work. ✌️

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thank you 🙏🏻🎉

[@Vibesonthego2024]

Thank you I get to see places I would never have imagined with such beauty.💯✅💜love from Ghana

[@FernwehChronicles]

❤️❤️❤️

[@staceynedrow-wigmore5730]

I was there earlier this year, and it is certainly a magical place. Thanks for taking me along with you to revisit!

[@FernwehChronicles]

🙏🏻

[@zahidbarreno4772]

I have to say it is really comforting to see u guys enjoying and learning about nature on Galapagos, especially Bodhi's laugh Omg is the cutest thing ever.

[@sonalaggarwal4368]

In awe of your videos. Everything is so natural and perfect, couldn't get my eyes off once i start them. More than the content, i like how you present things so simple and full of life. Thanks a lot for spreading so much love and happiness in the world. Love your family. God bless. - Big fan. Love.

[@apobangpo9597]

Its more amazing , incredible and magnificent than whole discovery shows 🙌💜

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅🙏🏽

[@praveenkumar-vl6ox]

Hi Frenweh Chronicles, I'm always amazed by your video making uniqueness and having your family along (ohhh.. the 2 cute little stars). At some point, Your videos instigate me on the hesitation I have on starting my world travel and the family fun I miss in my life. I feel fulfilled seeing you do all that and in the most awe-inspiring and loving way. Your videos make my day and wish you all the success, more and more travel and a happy family time all your life. Thanks for all that you do to bring us these masterpiece videos.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Wow, thank you for your heartfelt message. 🙏🏽 We will keep going and I hope you get travel yourself! 🧳🔥

[@praveenkumar-vl6ox]

@@FernwehChronicles "HOPE" is always a good thing! 🙏🏻🤞🏻✌🏻

[@evara_25]

OH MY GOD...WHAT DID I JUST WITNESS!!! AMAZING,I AM SPEECHLESS

[@erikmosquera9295]

Omg Dude I'm from Ecuador and I really enjoyed this video 🤩😀 This is so interesting and incredible because most of Ecuadorians don't know they places we have but you all are showing up our country to the world I'm so thanked to you all🌍❤️🤙🏻🤟🏻 Hope you all como again ❤️❤️❤️

[@FernwehChronicles]

Yeah, your country is a treasure trove of amazing stuff! ✨

[@lucerocevallos1979]

Marvelous, it is Galápagos a world pure and pristine !

[@Hexaquestgame]

Wow Galapagos looks epic. Still on top of my bucket list! Thanks for the preview

[@FernwehChronicles]

Yeah, this place is really something.

[@thetravelepic]

OMG!! What a video! I can bet that you are the amazing family travel vloggers out there. You are living the life to the fullest. You guys are inspiration to me and my family to follow your foot steps. Happy travelling and stay safe.

[@tusharkantimishra6181]

I could watch it all day .. beautiful ❤️

[@adrianschimmer8698]

Oh my gosh your kids

[@dhwanimistry2021]

This video brings pure joy to me! Beautifully documentated small moments and little joys and enthusiam of the kids, it makes my heart smile. Love every bit of it. The pace, music and cinematography is so soothing. Hope you keep making such videos as much as possible.

[@mariamcphaull2835]

Such a beautiful production!! Thank you for sharing this beautiful country as well as you and your family's memories.

[@concettinaaversano2059]

Thank you family for sharing this Wonder ❤.

[@missdenisse3215]

I have tears in my eyes seeing how vividly you have captured the essence of Ecuador. I feel incredibly grateful. 💛💙❤

[@oscaroctavio]

Great video !! I’m Ecuadorian and this makes me more proud than before , thank you for amazing job 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@AwesomeAnto]

Every time I receive a notification that an upload is ready. I dedicate my weekends to enjoy screening. You're not only a great film maker but also an amazing. My whole family is usually hooked. Here in Kenya as a self taught videographer am blessed to have stumbled to your channel a couple of years back. Your content immerses one in the adventure. As you continue showcasing our earth may you be blessed abundantly you & your family. Light & love.🥰🥰

[@FernwehChronicles]

Wow, thank you! 🙏🏻 Good luck on your filmmaking journey! 🔥

[@sassenach0202]

I am crying while watching! Thank you for this❤️❤️❤️💫💫💫

[@ayeshaabbasi2255]

Absolutely mesmerizing, captivating and beautiful! One of the most powerful and moving films I have ever seen.

[@elenadarling4697]

Even harder than the cinematography, is the amazing job parenting that you guys have done. To show kids it’s ok for mom and dad to go explore and they stay safely on the boat. Just wow! ❤❤❤🎉🎉

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅 Yeah, they are great kids! But to give credit where credit is due, Tara did pack a whole activity bag full of our travel games and toys we bring along for the kids.

[@laurieleannie]

As someone who has been there, thank you! It brought back wonderful memories. We don’t have your skills as photographers/videographers so it was just SO difficult to explain to people at home what it was really like there! It is AMAZING! The people are are also wonderful there. It is just a beautiful experience and I am so happy you and your children were able to experience it!

[@killybing1]

How Lucky some people are to visit and see these amazing places im 61 retired living on a small pensión and dream of visiting such places thanks for sharing

[@loey5317]

i read about Galapagos island and darwin's study on the island in school, am very glad to experience it through your lens, thankyou!!

[@siber1297]

The best you tube travel channel ! ❤️

[@FernwehChronicles]

🙏❤️

[@joshuathreadgill4148]

Absolute Cinema, I am envious of your travels!!

[@vinayjohn4732]

This place so beautiful

[@caethorstman4356]

Most beautiful family and awesome parents. You guys make me want to see the rest of this beautiful world

[@cynosurespaceship3587]

Just out of the world, this place is truly drop-dead gorgeous! Thank you for this amazing experience! 👏🥰

[@FernwehChronicles]

Yeah, it’s truly unique 🔥

[@LindaShaun]

🥳 Okay, but can we talk about the cinematography in this video? 🥺😍Ya'll literally outdid yourself professionally well. 😍Yeah no, NatGeo wild crew definitely needs to hire you. As in yesterday ALREADY! 😅🙌❤❤❤ Love. Love. Love this for you Family. 😊

Every video is like a movie, so enjoy it anf the adventure. Hope more people know it. So incredible

[@StephanSchramm8771]

So the weekend was saved on a gray day in Hamburg. Thank you very much 🙏🏻 Damit ist das Wochenende an einem grauen Tag in Hamburg gerettet. ❤😊 Grüße aus dem Alten Europa 😊

[@FernwehChronicles]

Danke Stephan! 😄

[@auroralogrono11]

Maravilloso video de #Galápagos ❤ El ícono turístico de #Ecuador 🇪🇨 captado en todo su esplendor! 20'37 de contenido increíble! Muy buena producción! 👍 Gracias! ⚘🌼

[@dinisrealm3240]

The whole video, the cinematography, the scenic shots, and everything is epic. I can frankly say you are challenging big-bucks-run documentaries very well. I can't wait to one day visit the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador.

[@FernwehChronicles]

🙏🏻❤️

[@AkibKhanVlogs]

I am glad I found these movies on KZbin! Absoluteky loving this! Best things!

[@TheDarkryder01]

Gracias por compartir lo espectacular y maravilloso que son las islas Galapagos! Excelente producción 👏

[@FernwehChronicles]

❤️❤️❤️

[@DanRaines]

Your videos are always amazing! Thank you for sharing. 👍👍👍 Your videos have actually been part of the inspiration for my wife and I starting our own channel.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Holy macaroni Dan! Thanks 🙏🏻 Good to see you back here! 🙌🏻

[@PenelopePitstop888]

Excellent production! Adorable kids! Galapagos on my list for 2023!

[@CarloHerrmann]

Speechless, priceless … grateful for your unforgettable sharing.

[@angelicamontilla4865]

Wow this is amazing!! Thanks for sharing this experience, Galapagos added to my bucket list after seeing all the beauty

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thanks Angélica, Galapagos far exceeded our already high expectations! 🙌🏻

[@bardomeister]

As a content creator I have made and seen my fair share of travel content... but this is something else! Such high production quality and I love the fact that it is a true family story. Absolutely love it! Keep up the great work, I can't wait for the next adventure! 🙏

[@mafkrimnra8084]

I’m so touch n tears falls from my cheeks so beautiful and thank you so much for a great experience watch from far

[@christtgg]

One of the best reliable videos I've ever seen about Galapagos Islands.. Greets.!

[@Aussie_Truth]

You're an inspiration for all the vlogger couples who want to have children but believe it's impossible to continue their travelling life ❤️

[@FernwehChronicles]

🔥👊🏻

[@chaitanyatahasildar]

Every single thing about all your films is perfect! But color tones is what I love the most. It's true, pleasant and yet unique. Are you planning any tutorial for it? Would love to learn the process.

[@taojiang9252]

OMG the video is just fantastic! It seems like a top-level documentary but only with more intimacy and real feelings! And the diversity of creatures in Galapagos is just beyond imagination

[@raiden619]

i usually stop videos half way through, but the beauty of these islands and your video creating skills kept me mesmerized. keep it up!

[@traveltowork]

Such a beautiful place! I love the scenes

[@christineotieno1996]

Wow 👌 quite amazing. Great adventure. Continue showing us your adventure.

[@pankajvishwakarma4262]

i have no words to say ------ man you are incredible.

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅🙏🏻

[@annaz7800]

Just got back from there. You captured the magic and beauty of it perfectly. Congrats!

[@justandre5804]

When someone ask me about my country ahhaha I send your videos

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅🙏🏻

[@nomaddict]

Wow! What a journey! 🔥🔥🔥thanks for the ride!🙂

[@MohitYadav-py5mi]

I couldn't even resist how well you make this video's. So happy to discover your channel.

[@HNAlkhalefah]

Thank you for capturing such amazing cultures through your lenses

[@sanghamitrapani819]

Your blogs are a experience in its own ... How do you manage to do this... Just magnificent

[@FernwehChronicles]

Long nights… loooong nights 😆🙏🏻

[@silvanavelasco1147]

Simplemente HERMOSO 🤩💞🇪🇨

[@noreendoyle273]

Omg that's just beautiful it's a pleasure to come along with you and your beautiful family so looking forward to more videos ❤

[@cybergod77]

such beautiful untouched natural beauty...just as God intended. Wonderful high quality film.

[@rithiks5663]

These footages are better than national geography simply amazing 👏

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅

[@vickykaroro9895]

I agree with you 💯💯💯

[@JimmyGeorgeB]

A moment in time. A memory for life. Awesome Cinematography as usual.

[@FernwehChronicles]

😅🙏🏻

[@chrisredseadiver1854]

The best journey of my life: San Cristobal - Floreana - Isabela with Cerro Negro & Las Tintoreas - Santa Cruz. Snorkeling with iguanas, penguins and sealion and the cooles tourguide Danny. November 2014. 😍😍😍

[@Goni_osman]

Absolutely speechless!! The cinematography, sound & sight are amazing . ❤️

[@pradeepakaushalya1230]

This is a mind-blowing ride😍 I watched this video with more interest. Best wishes to you and your family.

[@FernwehChronicles]

❤️🙏🏻

[@kgpnerd]

This is just the first video of yours that I am watching. I am just halfway through it and I have already subscribed to your channel. Absolutely brilliant content, videography, editing, and what not, especially you know how to capture human emotions/facial expressions.... I don't know anything about you but I think you have eons of experience making videos... Pro!

[@FernwehChronicles]

I wouldn’t say eons. 😅 Thanks for coming along!

[@udits]

this is exactly what I dreamed of when I got to know about Galapagos island....... you are living the dream..... and your content is just amazing great job

[@juliuskimlucagbo2492]

I am really amazed with these type of videos, what's cool with it is you have brought your family with you. May you have a safe travel! God Bless!

[@maheshmadurapperuma2613]

This is an incredible video of adventure in absolutely amazing places with your family.. I really love the way you have captured everything. It's natural and beautiful. I really would love to visit here with my family.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thank you Mahesh! 🙏🏻

[@nic.schroth]

Just wow Georg, i'm a big fan of your editing and colouring skills. Very good job! Unglaublicher Trip und sehr toll für die Kinder! You won a new subscriber! Kr, Nic

[@FernwehChronicles]

Danke Nic! 🙏🏻

[@AverageNoot]

This documentary gave me literal chills

[@knocksjournal5114]

OH MY GODDDDDDDDD literally cried watching this video! Galapogos islands defo on the list now

[@bw_11]

This is just insane .✨🙂

[@manjushagadipati4578]

Superb nature! This is definitely one unique place on Earth. As usual, very well captured and presented by you and your entire lovely family. Wishing you guys many more such wonderful experiences and travels. Would love to explore this region sometime myself too.

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thank you Manjusha 🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@moviesfan5513]

Please, please, please preserve such natural wonders. Our descendants million of years in future deserve to see this.

[@m.farooqdanish3673]

I have no words has a w this place is so beautiful.

[@gabygilbert627]

Your videos are always so beautiful, such amazing work!

[@FernwehChronicles]

Thank you ☺️

[@cymertv2869]

I've loved the Galapagos ever since I read about it in the novel Shipped by Angie Hockman. Your video made me love the place so much more!

[@FernwehChronicles]

❤️

[@dipm1975]

Even mentioning the word 'Mind-blowing' would be an understatement while experiencing such a place ! Incredible Video !

[@YamiSukehiroX]

This is class apart. God bless you lovely family!

[@marov1370]

I love your videos! Wish you would post more often. It is a treat whenever you post.

[@FernwehChronicles]

These videos take time 😅