It was a very calm morning as we navigated to Punta Vicente Roca. From the observation deck, we enjoyed the view of many rays splashing. As we arrived, we got out the Zodiacs to explore the coast of this magical place. The geological formations are impressive, and the wildlife on the coast made it even better. Penguins posed on the rocks for our pictures, flightless cormorants dried their wings after a successful fishing, turtles popped their head out of the water to take a breath, and much more. We could not wait to snorkel in this place. In the afternoon, we visited Fernandina Island. The temperature was perfect for a walk on Punta Espinoza. What an impression it made to see so many marine iguanas at once. We had to watch our steps carefully; they were everywhere!
3/17/2025
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Española Island
Today, we had the opportunity to visit Española Island, the oldest island in the Galápagos, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife. We began our morning with a kayaking activity in Gardner Bay where we encountered playful sea lions, majestic green sea turtles, and witnessed an unforgettable sunrise over the calm waters. After this peaceful experience, we disembarked onto Gardner Beach where we walked along the soft, fine sand of this magical place, home to one of the largest sea lion colonies in the Galápagos. We even had the chance to swim with these incredible creatures, watching them play joyfully in the waves. In the afternoon, we explored Punta Suárez where we observed an astonishing variety of wildlife. We spotted Galápagos hawks soaring above us, marine iguanas basking in the sun, and lava lizards darting across the rocks. The Española mockingbirds, known for their curiosity, came close to inspect us. The abundance of wildlife in this amazing place was truly a sight to behold. What a wonderful day we had exploring Española!