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Kicker Rock (León Dormido): accessible 360° tour (text version)

Explore Kicker Rock (León Dormido) in 360°: 8 scenes off San Cristóbal, Galápagos, with guides to hammerhead sharks, eagle rays, turtles and reef fish.

This page presents all the content of the 360° tour as text, images and links, for use with a screen reader or keyboard.

8 scenes · 36 points of interest

Scene 1Boat heading toward Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat heading toward Kicker Rock. Points of interest about the different characteristics of the site can also be seen.

Points of interest

InfographicLeón Dormido

Infographic about Kicker Rock: geological formation, marine paradise, wildlife refuge, Galápagos icon and distribution and habitat. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

TextLeón Dormido

León Dormido is an impressive volcanic rock formation located off San Cristóbal Island. It consists of two enormous vertical islets that resemble a sleeping lion or a boot, creating a narrow channel ideal for snorkeling and diving, famous for its hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, and rich marine fauna.

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Scene 2Close view of Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a close view of Kicker Rock. Several points of interest about sharks and an aerial tour of the area can be seen.

Points of interest

InfographicBlacktip Shark

Infographic about Blacktip Shark (Carcharhinus limbatus): distinctive fins, agile swimmer, diet, excellent vision, serrated teeth and caudal fin. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

InfographicHammerhead Shark

Infographic about Hammerhead Shark (Sphyrna lewini): hammer-shaped head, incredible swimmer, key predator, distinctive dorsal fin, distribution and vulnerable species. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

TextCerro Brujo

Cerro Brujo, on San Cristóbal Island, is a spectacular eroded tuff cone with white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water and a great diversity of birds, sea lions and marine iguanas.

InfographicPelican Barracuda

Infographic about Great Barracuda (Sphyraena idiastes): protruding lower jaw, fast swimmer, active predator, coloration and markings, excellent vision and distribution and habitat. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

InfographicBlacktip Cardinalfish

Infographic about Blacktip Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus nigroipinnis): distinctive blacktip, social species, habitat, large eyes, night active and diet. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

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Scene 3Boat approaching one of the walls of Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat approaching one of the walls of Kicker Rock. Access points to continue the tour can also be seen.

Points of interest

TextGalápagos Marine Reserve

The Galápagos Marine Reserve harbors unique and endemic biodiversity — including marine iguanas and sharks — thanks to the convergence of ocean currents. This protected ecosystem is essential for science, sustainable tourism, and responsible fishing in Ecuador.

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Scene 4Boat touring Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat touring Kicker Rock. From here, points of interest about local fish species and access points to continue the tour can be seen.

Points of interest

InfographicPacific creolefish

Infographic about Pacific Creolefish (Paranthias colonus): vibrant coloration, social species, habitat, yellowish caudal fin, diet and ecological importance. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

PhotoLeón Dormido aerial view

León Dormido aerial view

InfographicYellow-tailed grunt fish

Infographic about Yellow-tailed Grunt (Anisotremus scapularis): body and coloration, gregarious species, habitat, yellow tail, characteristic sound and diet. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

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Scene 5Boat approaching one end of Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat approaching one end of Kicker Rock. From here, points of interest about the green sea turtle and access points to continue the tour can be seen.

Points of interest

InfographicGreen turtle

Infographic about Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii): respiration, excellent swimmer, long lifespan, characteristics, herbivorous diet and beach nesting. Also covers: why is it important, interesting fact, how can we protect it and where is it found.

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Scene 6Boat approaching one of the walls of Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat approaching one of the walls of Kicker Rock. Points of interest featuring aerial images and videos of the area can also be seen.

Points of interest

PhotoAerial view

León Dormido is an impressive volcanic rock formation located off San Cristóbal Island. It consists of two enormous vertical islets that resemble a sleeping lion or a boot, creating a narrow channel ideal for snorkeling and diving, famous for its hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, and rich marine fauna.

TextCerro Brujo

Cerro Brujo, on San Cristóbal Island, is an eroded tuff cone famous for its white-sand beach, turquoise water, sea lions and birds.

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Scene 7Boat approaching the rear wall of Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat approaching the rear wall of Kicker Rock. Points of interest about the spotted eagle ray and the sea lion can be seen.

Points of interest

InfographicSpotted eagle ray

Infographic about Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari): disc-shaped body, eyes and spiracles location, social behavior, spot pattern, whip-like tail and preferred habitat. Also covers: where is it found, why is it important, interesting fact and how can we protect it.

InfographicGalápagos sea lion

Infografía sobre Lobo marino (Zalophus wollebaeki): mamífero marino, nadador ágil, descanso en tierra, comunicación vocal, época de apareamiento y dieta. Incluye dónde se encuentra, por qué es importante, dato curioso y buenas prácticas.

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Scene 8Boat approaching one end of Kicker Rock

Immersive 360-degree image showing a boat approaching one end of Kicker Rock. From here, points of interest featuring aerial images and videos of the area can be seen.

Points of interest

PhotoOverview of León Dormido

Overview of León Dormido

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