This morning we visit Kicker Rock (Leon Dormido) also known as the Sleeping Lion because of its resemblance (sorry I don't see it). It is located of the coast of San Cristobal, and you can find the remains of a lava cone eroded by the ties, as well as two vertical rocks rising 500 feet from the ocean that form a small channel. We had a number of bird enthusiasts on board so this became a favorite sight for them due to the many Tropicbirds, Frigates and Boobies that filled the surrounding air, as for me I thought the sunrise and rock looked pretty.
Later on we head to the Interpretation Center, which was built with the cooperation of the Spanish Science Centre, this gave a good introduction to the Galapagos islands, its marine and land life, fauna and flora. It is located in the outskirts of the small city of Pto. Baquerizo Moreno, which is the capital of the Galapagos Province. After reading up on the Galapagos we now have some free time to explore the local town sit back and watch the sea lions take over the benches on the street.
We bid farewell to a few people on our boat and gain a few new faces. Over lunch we meet the new people and trade some stories about what we have already seen.
In the afternoon we visit Loberia, this is located a short 10 minute bus ride and a short walk along the beach. Loberia is home to a large sea lion colony and nursery. So today we got to swim with the sea lions and turtles. Some mothers were giving the pups some swimming lessons in the tide pools..
Before we knew it our time was up. Lisa and I were not ready to get out of the water still so much to see and experience, but unfortunately we had to get out as as the bus would leave with out us. If only we knew the way back we could have walked. :(
Time for an afternoon drink while drying off in the sun. (Lisa good to see you are still apply that sunblock).
Next Española Island.
