AM: San Cristobal Island, Punta Pitt

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Punta Pitt is located at the eastern end of San Cristóbal Island, boasting a beach of approximately 90 meters and several natural viewpoints overlooking an eroded hill made of volcanic tuff.

A 1,400-meter trail leads from the beach called Oliviana to the hill’s summit, which displays various colors due to different types of lava.

The strong winds prevailing on the hill have naturally eroded it, resulting in fantastic and memorable landscapes reminiscent of scenes from a science fiction movie.

The sand of Oliviana Beach is adorned with a beautiful olive-yellow hue, adorned with bright crystals from lava erosion and shells. Here, sea lions bask in the sun while observing the flight of frigatebirds, pelicans, herons, and seagulls.

Pitt Islet is one of the rare locations where all three species of boobies (blue-footed, red-footed, and masked) and the two species of frigatebirds can be observed within the same vicinity.

PM: Lobos Island, San Cristobal Island

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Isla Lobos is a small, flat islet. The name Isla Lobos is given to it because it is home to several sea lions, which frolic on the beach; their brown fur stands out against the white sand. Isla Lobos is approximately 20 minutes by boat (10 kilometres) from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristobal Island. Classified as a tourist diving site, it has 2 piers from which tourists can explore the bottom of the ocean accompanied by sea lions.

In its waters, a protected channel offers a fantastic place for snorkelling. An 850-metre-long trail runs along the island, connecting the two piers. The estimated time of the walk is one hour, during which you can observe coastal vegetation of saltwater-tolerant plants. Its name is due to the two species of sea lions that inhabit it. The sea lions are related to the California sea lions, while the two-furred sea lions, known as fur seals, have their origins in Antarctica.

The pools with salty water behind the sand dunes were used by the fishermen as a salt mine in order to preserve food for the local population. Among the fauna you can observe the Chatham Mockingbird and the San Cristobal Lava Lizards, both species are endemic to the island and unique to the area. Furthermore, you will see the Galapagos turtles and with luck, the little bird known as the Pájaro Brujo in Spanish, an endemic species in San Cristobal Island.

The vegetation covers all the route, where you can find species like the candelabrum cactus and carob trees. Located on the north coast of Isla San Cristobal it is a peaceful place with white sand and crystal water, a perfect combination for an incredible stay.

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