We are now in the Galapagos. It was a 4 hour flight with a short layover in Guayaquil. There are 14 islands and 42 rocks. The islands were formed by volcanic action. On the way to the hotel we saw turtles and a lava tube. The hotel is only accessible by boat.
Galapagos (giant) tortoise
August 26
Today we went to North Seymore Island. This is the first trip where we haven't met any Americans. On the boat with us were a Kiwi (New Zealand), Aussies, British and Peruvians. We were asked what state Washington DC was in.
Darwin Finch
Blue Footed Boobie
Male frigate showing off to attract a female.
Iguana. There are also sea iguanas.
Baby Boobie
Pelican.
We stopped off at this beach for snorkeling (except one)
The pelicans and seals are waiting for scraps at the fish market.
Lobster is in season. This only cost $25. We got this in town. Dinner is included at the hotel, so we will eat late tonight. Dinner doesn't start until 7:00.
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