BAHIA ELIZABETH (Isabela)
Ecuador
The tranquil inlets of Elizabeth Bay are the perfect spot for a Zodiac cruise. First pass the “Las Marielas” islets, which are home to Blue-footed Boobies, Flightless Cormorants, Galapagos Penguins, Galapagos sea lions and Sally Lightfoot crabs. Then journey on into the bay flanked by the massive volcanoes of Sierra Negra and Alcedo and continue past fresh and desolate lava fields heading towards tall green mangrove trees growing out of black lava shores. In the easternmost embayment lies a hidden inlet. Our nimble Zodiacs can enter this small cove to look for sea turtles, rays and even sharks. Enjoy the tranquility and peaceful serenity of the place as your guide points out wildlife including Great Blue Herons, Brown Pelicans and Magnificent Frigatebirds perched in the trees or Galapagos Penguins fishing in the rich waters.