Isabela and Fernandina Islands
We have reached the western most islands of this Archipelago, the most pristine realm in the Galápagos. We got up early in the morning to watch the approach to Roca Redonda, the core of an eroded volcano, where flocks of sea birds congregate to feed. Occasionally marine mammals show up, and indeed we saw the spout and fluke of a sperm whale, which dove into the great depths of the area before everyone had a chance to enjoy it. There was also a pod of elusive common dolphins too, with huge Isabela shield volcanoes in the background.
The species of the western side are abundant due to the cold upwelling of Cromwell current. Thanks to it, the most complex food webs or chains support the most amazing wild life. While snorkeling we encountered the oddest and most unique creatures: penguins, flightless cormorants, Mola mola fish, green sea turtles and puffer fish.
The afternoon’s visit to Fernandina combined a fabulous walk on the lava shores with an exhilerating Zodiac ride. This island has been one of the favorites of this voyage until now, but let’s see what happens in the days to come.
We have reached the western most islands of this Archipelago, the most pristine realm in the Galápagos. We got up early in the morning to watch the approach to Roca Redonda, the core of an eroded volcano, where flocks of sea birds congregate to feed. Occasionally marine mammals show up, and indeed we saw the spout and fluke of a sperm whale, which dove into the great depths of the area before everyone had a chance to enjoy it. There was also a pod of elusive common dolphins too, with huge Isabela shield volcanoes in the background.
The species of the western side are abundant due to the cold upwelling of Cromwell current. Thanks to it, the most complex food webs or chains support the most amazing wild life. While snorkeling we encountered the oddest and most unique creatures: penguins, flightless cormorants, Mola mola fish, green sea turtles and puffer fish.
The afternoon’s visit to Fernandina combined a fabulous walk on the lava shores with an exhilerating Zodiac ride. This island has been one of the favorites of this voyage until now, but let’s see what happens in the days to come.
