Thursday, May 13, 2010

Friday May 7th San Cristobal



Smooth night sailing and arrived at Punta Pitt (Brad'
s brother lol). Took the panga around the rocks to see sea lions cavorting in the water. The red footed boobies nested in the cliffs along with the magnificent frigate birds soaring overhead.












The tuff, or striated rock is formed from the compression of volcanic rock. This part is called Kicker Rock.









Low red and green plants dot the landscape.



Gorgeous views of the harbor and beaches.

Snorkeling with sea lions again, marine igua
nas, sea stars, sponges and coral. The startling colors are so vivid.

After lunch, the captain took us to Islas Lobos, where the frigate birds inflate their red sacs to attract a mate.






Walked on the volcanic boulders and the back of the island served as a nesting site for birds.

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