Marchena Island, Galapagos
Overview
Marchena is the largest of the so-called northern islands here in Galapagos. Despite most of the current volcanic activity being concentrated to the western islands Isabela and Fernandina, Marchena suffered a volcanic eruption in 1991 - the first for over a century.
Marchena has no land visitor sites, and it's even rare for scientists or National Park wardens to visit, so it's one of the islands least touched by humans at present. The coastal caves and rocks play host to Galapagos Fur Seals, and sea lions.
Photos of Marchena Island
Fast Facts about Marchena Island
- Marchena has excellent dive sites off her coast, with a good range of species
- In 1934, the mummified body of one of the Floreana Baroness's lovers was found on a beach here!
- An invasive species, the Little Fire Ant, has been subject to control measures since 1988
- Marchena has its own endemic species of Lava Lizard
Animals on the island Marchena
Highlights
Punta Mejia
Possibly the best snorkeling in Galapagos
Possibile Activities
Snorkeling
Espejo Point
Great diving on the coast of uninhabited Marchena!
Possibile Activities
Diving, Snorkeling
Map of Marchena Island
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