Friday, November 11, 2016
Happy Veterans Day!!!! Today's Option 2 excursion takes us on a zodiac, then bus ride to the small town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal Island where we visited the Interpretation Center and then went into town for a little shopping. While in town, Rob found a bench to guard, while I shopped. While walking back to the dock, a group of Ecuadorian soldiers walked by. How very appropriate for Veteran's Day.
Back at the pier, we found some sweet sea lions taking a snooze on the benches!!
One might ask how do these massive creatures get from the water to the bench? Easy - they simply go up the stairs!
Back on board, we sailed to our next destination, Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island, which is an impressive volcanic terrain at the northeastern end of this large island. This is the only site in the Galapagos where you can sometimes find all three (blue-footed, red-footed, and Nasca) species of boobies nesting together! It was the only zodiac ride that caused me a bit of anxiety. The waves were VERY rough, causing us to get fairly drenched, but the trip was worth it, because we did see all three species of boobies!
That evening, Rob, was our special entertainment as he sang (karaoke) "Rocking Robin" in the Discovery Lounge!
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