El Junco - Galapagos - San Cristobal Island – Galapagos
El Junco Highlights
Named after a common type of plant found in the area El Junco is a lagoon with 270 meters in diameter, formed inside a small crater which in turn lies within the caldera of a large volcano now extinct. The lagoon source is only rainwater, with 700m above sea level, the lagoon is surrounded by vegetation which has been used by many locals for farms & ranches.
| Main Features: | Lagoon - a source of Fresh water, Different type of bird species |
| Interaction In Site: | Hiking, Birdwatching |
| Type of Landing: | Dry Landing - Accessible on foot |
| Fitness: | Low |