- Shore ashore at Punta Pitt
- Watch the red and blue-footed boobies
- Snorkel with sea lions and numerous fish
- Another snorkeling part at the wonderful sandy beach of Cerro Brujo
- Drive to the port of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
In the morning we reach the northern tip of San Cristobal quite shaken, Punta Pitt called. After an excellent breakfast we cross over to the wonderful sandy beach in the Zodiac boat.
After another wet landing, we walk along the beach where two meet Galapagos sea lions have found. From a very short distance we can watch the funny marine mammals as they roll around in the sand and let the waves roll back and forth. Then you go up along the washed-out stream bed. The path grace again and again Lava lizards and circling above our heads all sorts of sea birds. They nest and breed in the bushes rare red-footed booby or as Guide Pado always says so beautifully: «redyfoody boobies».
We watch the pretty birds for a while and take pictures. Orcas have also been sighted out in the sea, unfortunately not today. But the scenery is really unique. On the way back we witness a rare spectacle. Two blue-footed boobies doing the mating dance, really amusing to watch them both.
Then go to first snorkel of the day. Unfortunately the GoPro did not charge properly tonight and therefore remains on the bank. As soon as we are in the water we get a first Sea lions circling curiously. Which the cop doesn't like that much and suddenly storms on Niki. The massive animal makes quite an impression, even if it was probably just a threatening gesture. We swim further out, where we see huge schools of fish in the wonderfully clear water and are inspected by other sea lions. The curious animals seem to be playing with us. A terrific experience, we won't forget that anytime soon.
It goes back on board the Darwin. Briefly rinse off the salt water, then lunch will be waiting for you. We drive south along the west coast to our next stop: the dreamlike sandy beach Cerro Brujo.
There are more sea lions on the beach, with the turquoise water in front of them. However, the place does not offer that much for snorkeling. Blowing up sand worsens the view somewhat and real highlights remain rare. Again we see numerous reef fish, a few bigger ones Parrot fish as well as a large perch. No sea lions can be seen in the water this time.
After a good hour we go back to the mother ship. We drive on the spectacular and rugged Kickers Rock past further after Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
Dinner is waiting in the harbor before we cross over to the island by rubber boat. Niki enjoys having solid ground under her feet again. After we got some Souvenir shops After we have rattled off we are looking for a restaurant for a cold beer. Lie at the harbor countless sea lions lazy around. Then it's back to the Darwin.
