Today was the last full day of our expedition aboard National Geographic Islander II. In the morning, we arrived at Espumilla Beach. Green sea turtles lay eggs here during the night, and we could see them going back to sea. After breakfast, we changed locations to Buccaneer Cove to enjoy water activities, including Zodiac explorations, kayaking, and snorkeling. It was a fantastic morning. Late in the afternoon, National Geographic Islander II went to Puerto Egas. Guests enjoyed the fantastic black sand beach and the unique wildlife as they explored the shores and took in the amazing landscape.
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- 16 Mar 2023
Santiago Island, 3/16/2023, National Geographic Islander II
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