3/25 - 3/26
We board our boat, say adios to Floreana and set sail for
Isabela. On the way we stop along Tortugas to see the frigate birds and blue footed boobies. So much wildlife here.
Isabela reminds me of the Caribbean with clear turquoise water which
is very warm.
Isabela it is a bit more "modern." Electric is on 24 hrs. After
lunch we embark on a small boat and see the tiny penguins and blue footed
boobies. The penguins all look like they are in class and the
boobie is the head mistress. Then we proceed to a place called Las Tintoreras or "shark resting spot" and follow a long trail where we see plenty of wildlife
including sea lions, iguana (the lava rocks look like they are moving)
and much more.
Then we get back into the boat and take a snorkel. Saw
many fish although it wasn't super clear. After a long day, we head back to
the hotel for dinner and sleep.
3/26/2010
In the morning we say goodbye to our trusty guide and the Italians who joined us, and
we meet Omar who takes us to some of Isabela sights such as pink
flamingos, the giant tortoise breeding reserve where we witness
another failed attempt by a male to mate, the Wall of Tears and a
beautiful beach called "Playa de Amor. " Also saw surfers on a break
(surf break, that is). I could have spent more time here but it's time
to go to Santa Cruz island. The boat trip was rough for us, not like the
boat trip over and we were glad to be on land.
These days are quite full and we are glad to check in and rest for
awhile. Our room has a gorgeous view and is quite spacious.
In the late afternoon we walk to the Darwin Research Institute to learn
more about the giant tortoises of Galapagos. Thus place does good
work. We also caught a glimpse of Lonesome George who is the oldest
and last remaining tortoise of his species. We are told he is pushing
100+ years and they are hoping he will mate with the 2 females there
with him so some of his genetic lineage will stay.
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