“Did you know there’s an island near here ruled by marine iguanas?” the guide asked, holding up a weathered finger. “La Fe Snokeling point is just a stone’s throw from here, a short hop on a boat ride to be precise. A mere 20 minutes from Puerto Ayora, making it the perfect getaway for a day trip. This island, much like Fernandina, the baby of the Galapagos archipelago, thrives on a diet of sunshine, lava rocks and saltwater. Its red mangroves and volcanic slopes are ruled by colonies of marine iguanas. You’ll find them basking on the black basalt lava, adding their own splash of color to the landscape alongside bright blue-footed boobies and the scuttling orange of Sally Lightfoot crabs. But La Fe Snokeling point’s magic truly comes alive beneath the waves. Slip on your snorkel gear and dive into a world teeming with life. Glide alongside graceful sea turtles and playful sea lions. Witness the mesmerizing dance of tropical fish weaving through vibrant coral reefs. And if you are lucky, you might even find yourself face-to-face with a marine iguana, perfectly at home in both worlds.”
Jardine de las Opuntias
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