Tagus Point (Isla Isabela) Highlights:
Historically an anchorage for pirates and whalers was named for
the British naval vessel that moored here in 1814. The names of
those old ships are carved into the rock above the landing. Tagus
Point offers a breathtaking view of Isabela, its volcanoes, and
a saltwater lagoon
The coves quiet
waters make for an ideal zodiac ride beneath its sheltered cliffs,
where blue-fitted boobies, brown noddies, pelicans and noddy terns
make their nests, and flightless cormorants and penguins inhabit
the lava ledges. Along the shore seabirds, penguins, sea lions,
sea turtles and nesting flightless cormorants can often be found
Excursion options
include a scenic zodiac ride for wildlife viewing, a long, faster-paced
walk, and optional snorkeling. This is a dry landing.
Mangle Point (Isla Fernandina) Highlights:
This is a small inlet on Fernandinas coast where sea lions,
penguins, and flightless cormorants reside. Our excursion here is
a
zodiac ride to view wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the coastline.
If conditions allow, we will enter the inlet for closer viewing.
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