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León Dormido, Galapagos

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Overview

Kicker Rock is a popular destination off the western shore of San Cristobal for its waters rich in marine life, and the iconic rock formation. What was once a single mass of vertival lava cone is nowadays split in 2 rock formations separate by a small channel. Snorkeling, Diving & Kayaking are all allowed in Kicker Rock, its literal translation from Spanish would be (Sleeping Lion).

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Fast Facts about León Dormido

Main Features:	Shorebirds, Rich Marine Life, Striking Rock Formations
Interaction In Site:	Dinghy Ride, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Diving
Type of Landing:	None, Circumference the area in dhingy ride only
Fitness:	Low

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*Visit point inclusion is subject to cruise programs and logistics. These are regulated by the galapagos national park.