We spent the last day at the northern island of Genovesa. This is a paradise for seabirds, with more than a million found here. During our visit we got to see great frigatebirds harassing red-billed tropicbirds, as well as Nazca boobies incubating their eggs and caring for their chicks. Red-footed boobies were preparing their nests. Genovesa, a dream come true, where the tameness of the birds amazes us!
1/19/2025
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Hood Island
Our first full day spent exploring this enchanted archipelago was filled with surprises. After breakfast, we walked along the beach of Gardner Bay to enjoy a colony of friendly sea lions. We got to know some of the famous birds that Darwin observed during his visit to this island, such as finches and mockingbirds. Afterwards, we practiced snorkeling and enjoyed swimming in the turquoise waters of the bay. In the afternoon, we visited Punta Suarez, one of the most amazing sites in the Galapagos. We saw marine iguanas basking on the rocks, blue-footed boobies, frigates, seagulls, and a great colony of Nazca boobies. The day’s highlight was a few waved albatrosses, a bird that usually migrates at this time of the year. We finished our day of incredible experiences with the tame wildlife and the spectacular scenery of this volcanic archipelago.
