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San Cristobal Essentials

San Cristóbal, the archipelago's easternmost island, features diverse ecological zones ranging from the arid coast to the humid highlands. This collection highlights key natural sites including El Junco, the only permanent freshwater lake in the Galápagos, and the Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado tortoise reserve. Coastal highlights include the frigate bird nesting sites at Cerro Tijeretas and the volcanic tuff formations of Cerro Brujo, while nearby Española Island provides critical habitat for the endemic waved albatross.