Our first day on the island was mainly exploratory. We completed the check-in process, found lunch, had some ice creme (of course), and stopped in at a grocery store for hamburgers and hot dogs which we grilled that evening. We were relieved to find the check-in process was not as difficult as we thought and the town in Wreck Bay is wonderful. It is well policed and well lit, there are shops everywhere, and the people are very friendly and helpful. The most noticeable thing about the island is the amount of life here. There were sea lions swimming all around the boat as we anchored, manta rays off the coast as we approached the island, and birds of every shape and size.
Wednesday, we chartered a taxi for a trip across the island. We made stops at "El Junco" (a freshwater lake formed by a volcanic crater), the Galapaguera, (a preservation habitat for the giant tortoises), and a beach on the other side of the island that had some great body surfing. We finished up with a trip to a farm for lunch with some of the freshest fruit I have ever had.
Thursday, Adam and I signed up for a diving trip to "Kicker Rock," see Adam's Journal post Galapagean Scuba Trip for the details. Great diving in an entirely unique location! Who knows what other adventures await us in the coming days. Stay tuned.
