Today, we found ourselves in one of the most extraordinary places in the Galápagos, the youngest and most volcanically active region of the archipelago. We crossed the equator aboard National Geographic Islander II and celebrated this special moment as we ventured into the western realm of these enchanted islands.
Throughout the day, we were rewarded with unforgettable encounters, including blue-footed boobies, Galápagos penguins, green sea turtles, flightless cormorants, and magnificent frigatebirds, all part of the unique wildlife found in this region. We had the chance to swim alongside these remarkable animals and take countless photographs. We were also thrilled to spot a pod of common dolphins gliding through the waves.
In the afternoon, we visited Punta Espinosa on Fernandina Island, the youngest of all the islands. We walked among hundreds of marine iguanas, observed Galápagos hawks, flightless cormorants, and playful sea lions. It was an inspiring and truly unforgettable day.
