Santiago Island, also known as James Island is of one of the few Islands visited by Charles Darwin in 1835. Today our guest visits early morning a site is known as Espumilla Bay, we have an early hike, paddleboards and kayaks around the bay. After breakfast we move to Buccaneer’s Cove where we enjoy deep-water snorkel, glass bottom boat and more kayaking along the cove. We spot lots of Pacific green sea turtles, sea lions, golden rays, an even a hammerhead shark. After lunch the National Geographic Endeavour II move to Puerto Egas, here our guests enjoy time of at the beach, follow by a hike along the coast. This was another wonderful day at the Galapagos Islands.
4/7/2025
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National Geographic Endeavour II
Fernandina and Isabela Island
Today’s expedition began at Punta Espinosa on Fernandina Island, one of the most pristine and volcanically active islands in the Galápagos. As we stepped onto the black lava fields, we were greeted by marine iguanas piled together to absorb the early sun. In a moment that captured the curiosities of Galápagos, we spotted a lava lizard perched on the head of one of the marine iguanas, which is an iconic example of the island’s unique interactions between species. Just steps away, a flightless cormorant spread its wings to dry. These remarkable birds, having lost the ability to fly, have instead evolved into powerful swimmers, diving with agility beneath the waves. Along the coastline, a brown pelican standing on the canopy of a red mangrove tree was patiently waiting, then gracefully plunged into the water to catch some fish. In the afternoon, we navigated the dramatic coastline of Punta Vicente Roca at North Isabela. The towering cliffs, sculpted by wind and sea, framed the perfect backdrop for observing seabirds and marine life. The combination of volcanic landscapes, intimate wildlife encounters, and the beauty of nature made today truly unforgettable.
