Santa Fe

Santa Fe is on the northeast corner of the island with the same name. Of the two species of land iguanas present in Galapagos, the Conolophus subcristatus inhabits the South Plaza, Santa Cruz, North Seymour / Baltra, Isabela and Fernandina, however, the species Conolophus pallidus only lives in Santa Fe.

It is distinguished mainly by the more prominent and pale color. Studies according to Geist D.J suggest that Santa Fe could be the oldest volcano in the Galapagos, sub-aerial rocks are dating back to 3.9 million years.

Also, the island of Santa Fe has a mixture of underwater lava pushed to the surface by the uplift and lava deposited after the uprising. Another additional attraction is the presence of giant tunas that have a trunk more extensive than in any other island.