Switching Decks

This morning began with a serene farewell excursion aboard the TipTop V. We ventured into a mangrove forest with waters so shallow and calm that we could clearly spot eagle rays gliding below, whitetip sharks weaving through the channels, and turtles surfacing for air - all from the comfort of our little boat. It was the perfect, peaceful way to close out this chapter of the journey.

Afterward, it was time to head to the airport with my old group. Saying goodbye to them was bittersweet; we shared so many incredible experiences together. With goodbyes said, I spent some time waiting for the new group to arrive, wondering who I’d meet next.

By the afternoon, I was back at the port, ready to board the TipTop II - my home for the next week. We wasted no time and set out on our first excursion to Islote Mosquera, a small islet with nothing but a wide, sandy beach. Sea lions and their puppys were everywhere. It was the perfect spot to relax, soak up the sun, and ease into this new phase of the adventure.

Here’s to another week of exploration and discovery in the GalapagosRead more