Nov. 22/14 excursion to Tagus Cove continued. As we started the strenuous hike to Darwin Lake we had a chance to examine cliff graffiti from a closer point of view. Knowing that relatively few human beings had been here since their writing made the viewing special.
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This would be us getting ready to jump into the waters of Tagus Cove. It was suggested that we wear wet suits because the Humboldt Current was cooling the waters. Muriel and I, hardy ladies that we are were able to snorkel without the wet suits. |
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As we approached the shore we could look up and see the animal activity |
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We looked up from the water to enjoy the view |
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A flightless cormorant is sharing space with a resting marine iguana |
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And underneath me I saw an awesome striped fish |
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And was also able to take a good look at this turtle's pretty head |
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We are back on board just in time to prep for another dinghy ride and a big hike to Darwin Lake |
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Checking out writings along the way |
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I imagine the writers, pirates and whalers from long ago |
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FINALLY WE ARRIVE AT DARWIN LAKE We followed the trail established in 1835 by the Darwin group when the Beagle anchored here in 1835. Darwin Lake is twice as salty as the ocean. |
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A closer look at Darwin lake |
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Darwin Lake is in the foreground. You can see our boat Galapagos Legend on the ocean in the background |
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