Bahia Post Office

Bahia Post Office, Floreana, Galapagos

Bahia Post Office on Floreana Island is a unique historical site that harks back to the days of 18th-century whalers. This spot holds the remains of a whaling post office where seafarers would leave letters to be picked up by passing ships, often taking years to be delivered to their intended recipients. Visitors can explore the ancient lava caves, the ruins of a Norwegian fishing village, and take a dinghy ride through mangroves and coves teeming with marine life like sharks, rays, turtles, and sea lions. The famous Post Office Bay mailbox still operates today, with thousands of letters passing through annually. Travelers can join in by collecting letters destined for places near their home and hand-delivering them. Don't forget to stop by the 'Baroness Viewpoint' for a stunning view of Floreana's landscape and the bay named after a key figure in the intriguing 'Galapagos Affair'.

Location

City: Floreana

Region: Galapagos Province

Country: Ecuador