Isabela and Fernandina Islands
Today, as we were in our way to circumnavigate Roca Redonda, we found a group of Common dolphins hunting on flying fish. We also spotted a group of tuna fish in a feeding frenzy, sharing the area with some seabirds that were foraging, as well. It was a great show on its own, but the best was to observe the different techniques performed by the blue, red and Nazca boobies to capture the fish. Magnificent Frigate birds were also in the area, as they usually take advantage of the other birds while they are hunting.
Later on we crossed the Equator line and enjoyed a phenomenal view of Ecuador volcano. Here we spotted a couple of ocean sunfish (Mola mola) and a couple of huge manta rays swimming very slow on the ocean’s surface.
We also offered snorkeling, and of course our eager guests went for it! The Galápagos penguins, flightless cormorants, Marine iguanas, Green sea turtles and sea lions were the recompense to all of those that took the option.
During lunch time we navigated to Fernandina Island, one of the most pristine islands in the world. This island also hosts one of the largest colonies of marine iguanas and during this time of the year the competition for nesting grounds is the main task for the females.
Flightless cormorants were also found nesting, and they made this island their home millions of years ago. From the twenty seven species of cormorants in the world, our Galápagos cormorant is the only one that does not fly any more.
Once back on board we enjoyed a beautiful sunset, which gave the perfect closure to a wonderful day full of adventures!
Today, as we were in our way to circumnavigate Roca Redonda, we found a group of Common dolphins hunting on flying fish. We also spotted a group of tuna fish in a feeding frenzy, sharing the area with some seabirds that were foraging, as well. It was a great show on its own, but the best was to observe the different techniques performed by the blue, red and Nazca boobies to capture the fish. Magnificent Frigate birds were also in the area, as they usually take advantage of the other birds while they are hunting.
Later on we crossed the Equator line and enjoyed a phenomenal view of Ecuador volcano. Here we spotted a couple of ocean sunfish (Mola mola) and a couple of huge manta rays swimming very slow on the ocean’s surface.
We also offered snorkeling, and of course our eager guests went for it! The Galápagos penguins, flightless cormorants, Marine iguanas, Green sea turtles and sea lions were the recompense to all of those that took the option.
During lunch time we navigated to Fernandina Island, one of the most pristine islands in the world. This island also hosts one of the largest colonies of marine iguanas and during this time of the year the competition for nesting grounds is the main task for the females.
Flightless cormorants were also found nesting, and they made this island their home millions of years ago. From the twenty seven species of cormorants in the world, our Galápagos cormorant is the only one that does not fly any more.
Once back on board we enjoyed a beautiful sunset, which gave the perfect closure to a wonderful day full of adventures!
