As we make our way through the archipelago, we are feeling connected and enjoying this communion with nature. This part of the archipelago feels so far away from civilization. Today we had the opportunity to see the two species of endemic of flightless sea birds in Galapagos; Galapagos Penguins and Galapagos flightless cormorants. These amazing flightless sea birds have developed incredible aquatic abilities, which we were able to see firsthand today. This area is also home to the largest populations of marine iguanas, as well as the highest concentrations of Pacific green sea turtles.
5/29/2025
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Genovesa Island
Genovesa is considered one of the Galapagos crown jewels, and today it was showing off all of its splendor. Immediately after breakfast we put on our sturdy shoes and set out to explore Prince Philip’s Steps. This area is known for opportunities to observe not only large colonies of nesting Nazca and red-footed boobies, but maybe, just maybe, the short-eared owl which exhibits diurnal behavior on this island. After this walk we got ready for a dip in the Pacific Ocean and snorkeling along the inner coast of this caldera. The afternoon was equally amazing as we disembarked to explore Darwin Bay, along a short and easy trail that was packed with wildlife. Here we observed not only nesting frigatebirds, red-footed boobies, and Nazca boobies, but also a few yellow-crowned night herons. It was another incredible afternoon in the Galapagos Islands.
