San Cristobal - Laguna el Junco -Galaoaguera + Snorkel Tijeretas

Información

Laguna El Junco is a miraculous fresh water lake, the largest fresh water preserve in the entire Galapagos archipelago. It was formed in the middle of the Pacific Ocean in the crater of a now-extinct volcano in the highlands of San Cristobal. Just a short drive from the Galapagos Eco-Lodge, the lake boasts some of the most dramatic greenery in the island system and is home to a large population of bird life. The hike to El Junco provides the opportunity to climb up the sides of this extinct volcano.

From your spectacular vantage point you may see many of the endemic bird species including Galapagos mockingbirds, pintails, moorhens, pied-billed grebes and frigate birds swooping down to the water to fish. The trail is abundant with flora and fauna. The view from the 2400 foot summit will take your breath away. While visiting the highlands you also will be treated to the remarkable view of San Cristobal Island's Eastern shore including Punta Pitt, Puerto Chino and El Pescador.

The walk from the beach to the Media cone Moon is about 5 Km , it is important to note that the minimum hike takes 3 1/2 hours round trip ; the site is good because you can see Galapagos tortoises in their natural environment .

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel.
Duration: 8 hours.
Start/opening time: 8:30am.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Others: Wear comfortable walking shoes in the city. Sunscreen, windbreaker, clothing raingear.