Looking for info regarding Galapagos travel attractions? Leon Dormido, more commonly known as Kicker Rock, is a popular dive and snorkeling site that is actually the remains of a lava cone split in two. The channel that the eroded formation has created is now home to animals such as white-tip reef sharks, Galapagos sharks, and hammerhead sharks. Above the ocean, Kicker Rock towers at over 500 feet high and attracts many species of birds. A visit to Kicker Rock is usually accompanied with a stop to the nearby Manglesito Beach where visitors can have lunch, swim with friendly sea lions, sunbathe on the white sand beach, or take a walk to enjoy the scenery.

Rabida Island in Galapagos is world famous for its red sand beaches and amazing saltwater lagoon that are popular for being the house of beautiful flamingos and Galapagos sea lions. Rabida Island offers you a great site for enjoying snorkeling. Also, Rabida Islands gains the fame of being a birdwatcher’s delight as it has several rarest bird species, such as nine rare varieties of finches, Galapagos hawks, brown pelicans, and large-billed flycatchers. Carry a camera to click photos of these rare birds. Find more info on Galapagos Last Minute Deals.

A highlight for many visitors to the Galapagos Islands, snorkeling is the chance to get up-close and personal with the wildlife of the seas. Unlike Scuba Diving you do not need training to snorkel, however, due to the nature of the Pacific Ocean and the currents around the islands as well as the conservation concerns about the reef, you will be briefed thoroughly before the activity. It is recommended that you snorkel with a “buddy” or a group and that you bring an underwater camera for shots of green sea turtles, the world’s smallest penguin and some beautiful reef fish! Most creatures on the islands have very little fear of humans as they evolved in relative isolation, but if you come across a sea lion bull do not touch him even if he touches you.

One of the best places to see the crowd and commotion of the land, the Santa Cruz Fish Market is filled with both locals and foreigners. Fishermen unload their catch of the day and set up their makeshift stalls while people search for the freshest fish and seafood for their meals. It’s a great place for visitors to buy ingredients and try their hand at the local cuisine; it’s also a good place to people watch and see how the locals go about their day. Visitors can bird watch, see some sea lions, or take great photos off the vantage point at the nearby pier. At night, the entire market transforms to an outdoor restaurant, and it is a great place to try an authentic meal.

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