We arrived in Academy Bay on the southern realm of Santa Cruz Island and stayed all day long here. This morning we went to the giant tortoise breeding center, “Fausto Llerena.” There we had the opportunity to learn and see the life cycle of these giant reptiles. We observed the small babies and the breeding adults in the different corrals where they are kept.

After walking through this breeding center we headed to town where we had time to explore this colorful place and its shops.

At the end of the morning we headed to the highlands for lunch at a lovely restaurant where we were surrounded by tall trees and colorful flowers. After lunch we went to see Galapagos giant tortoises in the wild. These great reptiles were found in different sizes and displaying different behaviors. Some were feeding, while others were sleeping. We also saw a couple mating in the bushes. It was an incredible afternoon!