Not far from Devil’s Crown are the green beaches of Punta Cormorant, so coloured due to olivine materials found in the sand. This is a great spot for snorkelling with the playful sea lions, and there is a white sandy beach just 400 metres away – between the two you will find a flamingo lagoon, brimming with dozens of these lovely creatures.

In 1793 a wooden post barrel was located here, at the time, whaling was a huge industry and ships were at sea for two to three years at a time, frequently stopping in the Galapagos Islands. Outgoing seamen would place letters to the loved ones and families inside the barrel, then those on their return leg would pick them up, posting them when they arrived on home soil. As you arrive at the bay, you pass a brown beach where sea lions bask in the sun; your guide will grab a hand full of letters from the barrel, passing them out for you to send on your return. You may even post your own postcards and letters in the barrel to help continue the tradition!