On our third day of expedition we reach the southernmost tip of the Galapagos, Floreana.

Also known as the island of mysteries as some extraordinary events happened here in the 1930’s where some of the inhabitants living in little harmony among them ended in death and tragedy in unclear circumstances. 

 An early wake up came to be so great to enjoy sunrise, followed by a moderate pace walk on an easy trail that goes right through a brackish water lagoon which sometimes has different kinds of bird. We continue our way to the other side of a tuff cone where a second beach has white sand and where sea turtles nest. Several hundred of sting rays live here permanently and can be seen underneath the breakers along the beach. Back on board for a full breakfast before continuing with the program of the day on this beautiful island.

 Around mid-morning and after a short navigation we reached the island of Champion for a zodiac ride to look for some animals like sea lions, boobies, shearwaters, red bill tropic birds, among others but the one that deserved little more attention was a species of mockingbird that became extinct on the main island due to predators and only a few survived here on this island, we saw a few unexpectedly very close so we are happy they’re still with us.

Next outing was going snorkeling in one of the most beautiful location due to the presence of multiple species of fishes and other creatures; one of them is the playful Galapagos sea lion that was available to give us the best moments of the session. Large schools of attractive fish of many kinds also make the place very unique.

Some departed for kayaking around small islands usually teaming with wildlife, while others just disembarked on the beach at Post Office Bay for swimming and relaxation, these is all complemented with the visit of an old barrel which was used by whalers as a simple way to communicate with their relatives in the far side of the world, this is still in use by visitors of the island in a more fun way as this doesn’t require stamps and is traditionally hand delivered to its destiny.

Glorious day at Floreana Island.