Day 2: Part 2

My hike continued and at this point I'll confess to not being entirely sure what I'd got myself in for. Although only a few km from the Centre, much of the terrain was rocky and with the intense heat and my dwindling water bottle I considered turning back. I can't tell you how glad I am that I didn't! Awaiting me at the end was the beautiful Playa Baquerizo, a small quiet beach, only accesible by the hike, in which you could swim with the sealions. I didn't get many good photos of this so you'll have to trust me that it was an incredible experience. For a while I just sat in the water and let the ocean wash over me, refreshing me for the hike back. When I got back I found more of my new pals in many different (and unexpected) places.Read more