Our last day was incredible! We opened our expedition with pods of dolphins, and we ended this week with another incredible dolphin show. Early this morning we kayaked along the coast of Rábida Island, and later we walked on the magical red beach, near a brackish water lagoon with flamingos and pintails. The snorkeling was phenomenal — we observed rays and sharks, as well as many varieties of sea stars and sea urchins. In the afternoon we took a Zodiac ride in search of Galápagos penguins, and we found them basking under the sun close to the caves where they overnight. Our snorkelers also enjoyed being in the Galápagos waters for one last time, after a week full of surprises like swimming with sea lions, dolphins, sharks, and multicolored fish. Next we are heading to our final location, Baltra Island, where the main airport is. Our Captain will offer a cocktail, and the entire crew will cheer with us for having had a great expedition on board National Geographic Delfina. Another successful week with great memories and new friends.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 30 May 2025
Rabida and Chinese Hat, 5/30/2025, National Geographic Delfina
- Aboard the National Geographic Delfina
- Galápagos
Omar Adrian, Naturalist/Certified Photo Instructor
Omar arrived at the Galapagos with his family when he just a year old. His father was a Naturalist in the islands and would take him exploring both on land and in the water, aboard the ships he was working on. At an early age, he learned all about th...
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