AM: Bucaneer Cove & Espumilla Bay
Buccaneer Cove is a proof that Santiago Island was once a refuge for British buccaneers. These pirates would anchor in the protected bay to make repairs and stock up on tortoise meat among other things. The steep cliffs are home to hundreds of seabirds that perch in front of the dark-red sand beach.
Espumilla Beach is a popular place for Sally Lightfoot crabs and Marine iguanas. The crabs attract the hunting herons performing the dance of predator and prey. With an abundance of marine life including sharks, moray-eels and octopi so snorkeling is highly recommended.
PM: Espumilla Beach
A picturesque Coral beach landing leads you towards a lava field as far as the eye can see. Hunt and peck over the two distinguished types of lava, pahoehoe and ‘a’a, for signs of plant life that have managed to emerge over the past 100 years since the most recent volcanic explosion. A truly amazing volcanic experience…up close and personal!