Today was our first day in paradise, and we visited Española, the archipelago’s oldest island! We started the day at beautiful Gardner Beach, a white sand beach that is home to Galapagos sea lions. We spent the morning snorkeling to explore the underwater world.
Our day ended with a beautiful hike at Punta Suarez, a site where visitors can observe many birds, marine iguanas, and sea lions. As we walked along Punta Suarez, we encountered young and playful sea lions, Nazca boobies nesting, and marine iguanas gathering in piles to conserve heat so they can survive the night. It was a fantastic day in this beautiful archipelago and the perfect start to a magical expedition ahead!
