In the morning, you will have the opportunity to discover the Buccaneer Cove that is located just north of James Bay. It was known as a safe haven in the 17th and 18th centuries for pirates to stash their loot, take on fresh water, and capture tortoises for food. It is a nice place for a Zodiac ride, snorkeling, and kayaking. Blue-footed, Nazca boobies, fur seals, and Galapagos hawks can be seen flying overhead. Or visit to Espumilla Beach will take place. It is a pristine sandy beach and a popular place for marine iguanas and Sally Lightfoot Crabs. The crabs attract the hunting herons, performing the dance of predator and prey. With an abundance of marine life, including octopi, moray eels, and sharks, snorkeling is recommended and available.
Activities: Walking, Dinghy ride, snorkeling, and kayaking
Type of landing: Wet landing
Difficulty: Easy
In the afternoon, you will be taken to Rabida Island. Its main attraction is the red sand beach, famous for its cactus groves and rock formation scenery, aside from the vegetation of the arid zone and the presence of native and endemic species. During the walk on the red sand beach, you will see brown pelicans’ nests, and a lagoon where flamingos are seen from time to time.
Activities: Walking, Swimming, Snorkeling, Kayaking/Stand-up paddle board, Dinghy ride
Type of landing: Wet landing
Difficulty: Moderate