Hood Island
Today we spent our day on Hood Island, known to be the oldest island in the archipelago. During the morning, we explored the western corner of Hood. We went ashore on Punta Suarez which was teaming with wild life. Anyplace we looked there were blue-footed boobies in full mating display, some already had laid eggs. This is also the home for the endemic Galápagos waved albatross. Many were waiting for their mates; a few lucky ones had their mates with them already, while others just enjoyed the pleasure of flying along the cliffs of Hood.
We walked through the breeding area of Nazca boobies, and some, like this one, were looking around for a nesting spot among the lava boulders. Some juveniles were trying to take off, some were successful, and others just sat and waited for their parents to provide food.
During the afternoon, we went to the northern side of Hood Island to Gardner Bay and had a great time. We had lots of different options. Some strolled along the white sandy beach, snorkeled from the beach, or went on the kayaks. For the more experienced snorkelers they headed towards “Tortuga Islet” where sharks, rays, and large schools of fish were found. For those who wanted to see lots of fish without getting wet we went to the glass bottom boat.
We came aboard and not only enjoyed our evening recaps but also an amazing bright glowing moon and stars.
Today we spent our day on Hood Island, known to be the oldest island in the archipelago. During the morning, we explored the western corner of Hood. We went ashore on Punta Suarez which was teaming with wild life. Anyplace we looked there were blue-footed boobies in full mating display, some already had laid eggs. This is also the home for the endemic Galápagos waved albatross. Many were waiting for their mates; a few lucky ones had their mates with them already, while others just enjoyed the pleasure of flying along the cliffs of Hood.
We walked through the breeding area of Nazca boobies, and some, like this one, were looking around for a nesting spot among the lava boulders. Some juveniles were trying to take off, some were successful, and others just sat and waited for their parents to provide food.
During the afternoon, we went to the northern side of Hood Island to Gardner Bay and had a great time. We had lots of different options. Some strolled along the white sandy beach, snorkeled from the beach, or went on the kayaks. For the more experienced snorkelers they headed towards “Tortuga Islet” where sharks, rays, and large schools of fish were found. For those who wanted to see lots of fish without getting wet we went to the glass bottom boat.
We came aboard and not only enjoyed our evening recaps but also an amazing bright glowing moon and stars.
