El Barranco, Genovesa Island
El Barranco
Also known as Prince Phillip's Steps, El Barranco’s steep, rocky paths leads up to a high cliff-face. A marvelous view can be appreciated from here. This site is also home to palo santo vegetation as well as red-footed boobies, short-eared lava owls, Galapagos swallows, and Galapagos doves.
| Highlights: | Red-footed boobies, short-eared lava owls, storm-petrels, Galapagos doves |
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| Type of Landing: | Dry, difficult landing |
| Difficulty: | Moderate |