Galapagos volcanoes

The Galapagos volcanoesThey lie on the Continental Coast of Ecuador in the middle of the 13 islands in total. In turn, they are located 972 kilometers in the Pacific Ocean, but in theFernandina and Isabela islands are the typical volcanoes. Every so often on these islands they erupt to glimpse the wonder andThe fury of nature.

If a tourist wishes to visit these specimensGalapagos volcanoesYou should not leave these wonders out of your itinerary. They are the main sources of tourism if you refer to Ecuador andThere are many activities to discover. As various tours to the islands ranging from 5 to 8 day tours.

Galapagos Islands as the most active volcanic areas on the planet

The Galapagos Islands playan important role if volcanic activity is referred to at a global level.Where the most incident and geologically active are the powerful Fernandina and Isabela Islands. It should be noted that the Fernandina volcano,had seismic activity at the beginning of 2022.

Meanwhile, five volcanoes arise on Isabela Island, whose names are:Sierra Negra, Wolf, Cerro Azul and the Alcedo volcano. It should be noted that these have had intense activity in the so-called historical period. Taking into consideration the geophysical location of Galapagos since it is part of thePacific Ring of Fire.

where youreruptions number more than 60, in that period and its lava has sometimes allowed it to touch the sea. It is worth mentioning that monitoring of these islands has been carried out since 1996.through a seismic network, promoted by the Geophysical Institute. Without leaving behind different activities ofvisual and thermal monitoring, with sensors that warn of any movement. That is, they are also monitored by the satellite platform, linked to the global network.

San Cristóbal Island: Extinct volcano within the 13 Islands

In the Galapagos liesan extinct volcano calledso by experts for staying asleep, whose area is about 556 square kilometers. Referring, it is theSan Cristobal Island,which they also call asChatham. A point that tourists adopt to cross themwith yacht or ferry tours. There are several tourist attractions there, and whoever visits it will be able to do some sports and activities such assnorkeling, hiking and even wildlife watchingtypical of Galapagos.

Fauna and lagoon within this island

There are many species that occur on these Ecuadorian islands such as:Giant tortoises, iguanas,the vermilion flycatcher and the so-called Darwin's finches. It is on this island that the San Cristóbal airport lies where touristsThey arrive from Guayaquil or Quito.

Visitors will be able to have a master class on wildlife conservation. As if that were not enough, at a height of 550 meters above sea level it sitsa lagoon.Which makes clear a large amount of fresh water surrounded by the vast sea of ​​salt water. Furthermore, as far as all the islands are concerned, this lagoon is immersed abovethe crater called 'El Junco'.

What is the Sleeping Lion?

The Galapagos has more to offer, as visitors do not miss the opportunity to admire a majestic volcanic formation. Whose adjective isSleeping Lionor rocky volcanic tuffKicker Rock. Different seabirds live there.like the very popular blue-footed boobies of this island, without failing to mention sea turtles, hammerhead sharks, sea lions and rays. Its rocky crown is so high that it reaches 114 meters in height, its name derives from itsresembling a sea lion.

Santa Cruz Island

It also has a dormant volcano measuring 1,115 square kilometers in area. With maximumaltitude of 864 metersIf reference is made to sea level withparadisiacal beaches of black, red and golden sands. Further south of this Santa Cruz island is the spectacular beach of Bahía Tortuga, with fascinating sand and turtles everywhere.

Santiago Island

It stands out for being the fourth largest among the 13 Galapagos Islands, inwhere wildlife abounds. In the south and east of this island you can see the traces of a volcano, with eroded vegetation. There lies the busy and majesticSullivan Bay, very frequented by locals and tourists.

Fernandina Island

In the entire archipelago it is the youngest island and the third largest of all. Being in the year 2009when it last erupted, with a height of 1,476 meters and an area of ​​642 m2. It is notable for being one of themost active volcanoes on the globe.It was in 1825 whenBenjamin Morrellcaptain of a ship that remained anchored on this island. He glimpsed one of the most impressive events following an eruption, and was named afterFerdinand the Catholic. This was one of the sponsors of Columbus's adventures in the South American region.

Isabela Island

It is among the other islandsfor being the largest of all, of great extension because it has4,581 km2. Meanwhile, the Wolf volcano whose name is due to Teodoro Wolf; It is not only the highest point in Isabela, but in the entire Galapagos Archipelago, reaching an altitude of 1707 meters above sea level.

It was on May 25, 2015 when the penultimate volcanic activity occurred with several lava tributaries. But it had an impact againin January 2022, since then its activity has been closely followed.

In short, you have a broader panorama so thatEnjoy all the Galapagos Islands to the fullest.. Don't miss out on all the stations and routes that each tour has and make it a reality, ideal to spend a whole week. If you go to Ecuador, Galapagos should be a fixed itinerary inyour vacation or to break away from the routine.

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