Surrounded by the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific Ocean, the volcanic Daphne Island is one of the UNESCO-listed Galapagos Islands of the Republic of Ecuador. The island is famous for its bowl-shaped volcanic crater and other fascinating properties, which has drawn the attention of important scientific researchers including Charles Darwin. Diverse species of birds such as blue-footed booby, magnificent frigate birds, Galapagos Martins, red-billed tropicbirds, short-eared owls and the Nazca booby can be spotted on the island. Tourists can look forward to a wide range of activities such as diving, snorkelling, boat trips, and bird watching.