Pinnacle Rock
After a dry landing at Bartolome, we can climb the wooden steps to the summit for a breathtaking panoramic view of the island’s iconic Pinnacle Rock and neighboring Santiago Island along with several other central islands in the distance. Afterwards, we will visit the white sand beach used as a nesting site by sea turtles. Bartolome is also a great place to spot the Galapagos penguin.
- Possible Activities: Hiking - snorkeling - panga ride
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Landing Type: Wet
- Wildlife: Galapagos penguins, sea lions, rays, sea turtles and white-tipped sharks
Buccaneer Cove
Buccaneer Cove, we will take a panga ride along the beautiful coastline. This place got its name because it used to be a refuge for British pirates who anchored here to collect supplies and clean their ships, among other activities. The cove is very scenic and offers views of the cliffs and dark beach.
Espumilla Beach
We then head to Santiago Island to disembark at Espumilla (wet landing), on to a golden-colored sand beach, used by green sea turtles as a nesting site. A forest trail will take us through some of the largest specimens of Palo Santo on the islands to observe yellow warblers, the amazing Galapagos flycatcher, and Darwin finches.
- Possible Activities: Hiking – snorkeling – panga ride - kayaking
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Landing Type: Wet
- Wildlife: Yellow warblers, Galapagos flycatchers, Darwin finches