Today National Geographic Islander is anchored on Wreck Bay, located just in front of the capital of the Galapagos Islands, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Our guests had the opportunity to start the day with a very active Zodiac ride along the town coast. Then, logistics were prepared to head to the highlands where we visited el Junco, a freshwater lagoon at 760m from sea level. Here some frigate birds were having a fun time washing their plumage in the lagoon. Afterword we arrived at Otoi, a restaurant where we had lunch ready for us. We then headed to the Galapaguera and saw newborn tortoises that will be released into the wild at five years old.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 02 Dec 2018
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, El Junco, 12/2/2018, National Geographic Islander
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Ixora Berdonces, Naturalist
Ixora was born in the Galapagos Islands, back when the streets were made of sand and gravel. Void of TV and tablets, her childhood friends and pristine natural surroundings made for an inspiring upbringing. She was always drawn to the ocean and her l...
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