Puerto Egas, located on Santiago Island, carries a rich human history. It was once the most visited island in the Galápagos archipelago, especially with early travelers like buccaneers and whalers. These early explorers came to the island in search of food and water. The renowned naturalist Charles Darwin also visited the island in 1835. The landing site of Puerto Egas is an incredible place to spot wildlife. On your walk along the rocky coastline admire a wide variety of both land birds and shorebirds, such as yellow warblers, herons, and Galápagos flycatchers. As you head toward the grottos, a rocky area with a number of tide pools, keep your eyes open for the elusive Galápagos fur seals. However, mind your step due to the marine iguanas that blend in perfectly with the black lava rocks along the trail.