Plaza Sur Island

Plaza Sur Island is one of the most colorful and beautiful islands in Ecuador. Plaza Sur Island lies east of Santa Cruz Island. Despite its tiny size, Plaza Sur is home to a diverse range of vegetation and wildlife. A variety of seabirds, including swallow-tailed gulls, frigatebirds, and blue-footed boobies, soar overhead. Male blue-footed boobies flaunt off their blue feet while performing a bizarre dance to lure ladies. This is due to the fact that the blue tint on their feet indicates excellent health and powerful genes.

Because the mating seasons of marine and land iguanas coincide, a rare species of hybrid iguanas can be found. Its main draw, however, is the large number of sea lions that may be spotted nesting on the rocky shoreline. Marvel in wonder at one of the archipelago's greatest sea lion populations.

During the wet season, the rocky floor is covered in Sesuvium, an indigenous plant that appears like a green carpet. During the dry season, however, it becomes crimson, creating a dramatic contrast with the surrounding blue waters. The presence of green and red prickly pear cactus here just adds to the vibrant color pallet. Organise an island hopping day excursion from Santa Cruz to see the island. Alternatively, select a cruise plan that visits the archipelago's middle or eastern regions.