We have reached the western side of the archipelago. As we navigated to our first destination, a huge pod of common dolphins crossed our path and gave us an amazing show of speed and agility. We celebrated our crossing of the Equator aboard National Geographic Delfina and then anchored at Punta Vicente Roca. Here we went out for a Zodiac ride along the cliffs of Isabela in search of wildlife. Some of the highlights of this outing were Galapagos penguins, flightless cormorants, and sea turtles.
In the afternoon we visited Fernandina Island, the youngest of all. Here we enjoyed a walk near the nesting site of the famous marine iguanas. We witnessed their adaptations to the harsh environment of the basaltic new islands of the Galapagos. The day ended with a wine tasting event on the top deck as we enjoyed the sunset.
