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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Isabela is the biggest island of the Galapagos archipelago, and Sierra Negra volcano, the second biggest crater in the world, is part of it. Today we explored the caldera, descending a few hundred feet to walk on its floor. At the end of the trail we admired the forces of Mother Nature as we observed a sulfur mine where some fumaroles have formed. Once there you see the steam thrown up into the air; the scenario is astonishing, like a moonscape. Many volcanoes are formed here and there, the black lava on one side as a desert, and the soil eroded by the rain and wind on the other side. Lava new and old mixes and creates a magical world in front of our eyes. The highlands of Isabela are full of beauty and lush vegetation. We had a wonderful experience and our guests enjoyed every minute of our visit to this incredible place, from spotting penguins and sharks on the coast, to vermillion flycatchers and finches at the summit.