Southern islands : land of the Albatross | Yolita II yacht | Itinerary B 5 days

Fly early to the Galapagos Islands. Visit North Seymour Island in the afternoon to see blue-footed boobies.

North Seymour Island

North Seymour Island is home to amazing wildlife experiences. This island is alive with life. You can follow trails to see the entire action, but you may have to yield to passing sea lions or marine iguanas while walking. Blue-footed booby nests are where mating pairs perform the courtship dance. You can see flocks of pelicans enjoying lunch at a dive bomb feeding frenzy on a rocky shore. Then, head inland to find a large nesting area of majestic frigatebirds. These large, dark acrobats are two metres (6.5 feet) in length and sit precariously in low bushes to look after their chicks. The excursion can be completed with a snorkeling trip among sea lions or rays.

Cerro Brujo

Cerro Brujo is a place to visit and explore the coastline. You can also look for wildlife in the water and on the ground at Cerro Brujo. The Galapagos CEO will tell you all about the natural and human history of the area. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the turquoise waters before heading out to a freshwater lagoon, a great spot to see flamingos.

Snorkelling (Kicker Rock)

You can embark on a snorkelling expedition at Kicker Rock. This is one of the most impressive landmarks in Galapagos Islands. It's home to an incredible variety of marine life. The rock rises 150m (492 feet) above the ocean's surface and is divided by a narrow channel that can be navigated by small boats. You will be amazed at the variety of fish and sharks that have been drawn to this rock. It makes for an exciting and unique snorkeling experience.

Lobos Island

You can snorkel right from the beach at Isla Lobos among the sea lions' families and curious pups. You can spot nesting frigatebirds as well as the blue-footed bobies, which are often found on the shore. You should bring your camera so you can capture some great shots at this prime wildlife viewing spot.

This tiny island is ideal for wildlife encounters. You can explore it by foot or boat. You can take a panga ride and see the shorebirds nesting and feeding. You will find two types of sea lions and a small colony blue-footed bobies.