After visiting Genovesa Island on the primary day of my Galápagos cruise, we started day 2 at Las Bachas seashore.
Las Bachas is the suitable spot for a morning stroll alongside the shore– in case you’re fortunate, you’ll uncover flamingos contained in the lagoons and Sally Lightfoot crabs scampering all through the rocky tide.
Positioned on the northern coast of Santa Cruz Island, this quiet little seashore is the suitable spot to unwind. It obtained its decide all by way of World Battle II when the American navy deserted its barges. Two of these barges discovered their methodology to the shore of the Galápagos. The locals couldn’t fairly wrap their heads all through the phrase “barge” and commonly known as them “bacha” as an alternative.
Wildlife at Las Bachas Seashore
This pristine white-sand seashore is believed for its unbelievable wildlife. House to flamingos, Sally Lightfoot crabs, and fairly a number of birds, that is normally a nature lover’s paradise. It is usually one among many prime sea turtle nesting internet sites on Santa Cruz Island.
The waves are delicate correct proper right here, so that you may go snorkeling. You would spot some turtles or fish alongside the rocky spots, nonetheless it’s not top-of-the-line place to see them. The world is principally sandy so the water may be cloudy.
Packing Ideas
Like many locations all through the Galápagos Islands, this place is all about nature, so that you just simply gained’t uncover any amenities on this seashore. Ship sunscreen, water, and the remaining you may need thought of attempting.
It’s furthermore an excellent suggestion to positioned on water footwear do you have to wish to go exploring due to there are just a few spots with sharp rock.
Subsequent Journey spot: Dragon Hill
After testing the seashore, we headed as soon as extra to the boat for lunch. After taking a break on the sundeck whereas the boat was refueled, we sailed away to our subsequent journey spot (and one among my fave spots contained in the Galápagos), Dragon Hill!
