U.S. News Insider Tip: The clear and not-so-deep waters of this beach make it a great place for snorkeling, and the bay's outskirts provide good waves suitable for surfers of all skill levels.

Some of the island's best surfing beaches (think: La Lobería and Punta Carola ... specifically Marinos Beach, their favored habitat. With their playful and friendly demeanor, the sea lions ...

It was a typically warm April day at La Lobería beach in San Cristóbal, one of the 13 main Galápagos Islands. I was snorkeling behind a blue-barred parrotfish, hypnotized by the sound of it ...

but some of the top spots to encounter them include the tranquil Bachas Beach on Santa Cruz Island, vibrant waters of Punta Cormorant and La Lobería on Floreana Island, rugged coastline of Punta ...