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Day 3, Punta Comorant, Floreana Island

"Floreana Island is one of the four islands that Charles Darwin
visited in the Galapagos aboard the HMS Beagle. During
the 19th century, it was also the first capital of the Archipelago"


Day 4, Punta Moreno, Isabela Island

"This is the largest island in the Galapagos Archipelago and is
composed of five volcanoes that over the years have coalesced
into one island. All of these volcanoes are still considered active
with the last volcanic eruption in May 2008. Punta Moreno is one
of the least visited sites due to its remote location and access.
Stark black volcanic rocks juxtaposed with the brilliant green of
lush plant growth around ponds make for a spectacular sight.
Add a mix of coastal wildlife and it's a visitor;s delight."


Day 4, Urbina Bay, Isabela Island

"In 1954, and area along the shore here was uplifted 12-15 feet
just prior to an eruption. The remains of a coral reef raised
during the uplift can still be found on land. Due to currents and
upwelling, the water in this area is noticeably colder than in
other pats of the Galapagos."


Day 5, Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island

"Fernandina Island is the youngest and western-most of all the
island. It is also on of the most volcanically active in the region,
the latest eruption having occurred in April, 2009. In 1968 within
a two week period the floor of the caldera sand 990 feet and in
the early 1970's the coastline at Punta Espinoza was uplifted
some 9 feet during an earthquake."