Shit You Don't Learn in School 85. 8 Days On a Boat (In the Galapagos Islands)
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Mar 15, 2026 They recount eight days living on a boat among volcanic islands, sharing what daily boat life really feels like. You hear close encounters with marine iguanas, giant tortoises, dolphins, boobies and a dramatic cormorant vs octopus moment. They describe regulated tours, local guides, logistics through Quito and Guayaquil, and wild seasickness and scopolamine stories.
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Galapagos Shows How Nature Operates Without Human Pressure
- The Galapagos feels like a preserved snapshot of pre-human nature where animals behave without fear or human-driven scarcity.
- Calvin and Steph noted abundant food, few predators, and low human presence let animals ignore visitors and display natural behaviors up close.
Galapagos Forces Rethink Of Human-Centered Worldviews
- The Galapagos experience shifts visitors' perspective by placing humans as one species among many, encouraging rethinking of social and family norms.
- Calvin compared the effect to Burning Man's temporary alternate social order that clarifies choices and values.
Choose At Least Six Days On A Boat
- Do a multi-day boat trip (at least six to eight days) to fully settle into Galapagos rhythms and maximize snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife time.
- Steph and Calvin recommend eight days because day four or five is when you relax and want more of the experience.