Ports of Call Tours in Puerto Ayora
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From USD 68Giant Tortoises Tour, Lava Tunnels & Stop at Los Gemelos Craters”
On this exciting tour, tourists will have the opportunity to explore two amazing places in the Galapagos. At our first stop, the frontier Galapagos Reserve, where you can marvel at the majestic giant turtles, explore fascinating lava tunnels and admire the diverse bird species and endemic forest in the transition zone. You can also walk on trails surrounded by more than 20 different species of fruit trees. An expert guide will be at your side to give you detailed information about the unique ecology of the Galapagos. Next, The Taxi will take you to the (Twins) which are impressive volcanic craters that formed due to past volcanic activity. The view from this point is breathtaking, where you can admire the large dimension of these craters and also observe endemic birds flying freely and the forest vegetation and can take photos. The visit to the craters does not include a guide only taxi service.
From USD 374North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour
Explore one of the most wildlife-rich islands in the Galapagos aboard a comfortable and well-equipped yacht designed to offer a smooth and relaxing sailing. Enjoy delicious meals on board, the attention of a friendly and experienced crew, and the guidance of a certified naturalist who will bring the landscape and its fascinating creatures to life. Before the tour, you will be given a detailed briefing so that you are fully prepared for the day. During the excursion, you can discover the fascinating underwater world of the archipelago by practicing snorkeling, using an exclusive high-end equipment of renowned brands such as Cressi and Scubapro. This tour combines unforgettable wildlife encounters – such as blue-footed boobies, frigates, yellow terrestrial iguanas, sea lions and marine species – with comfort, security and expert guidance, making it the ideal choice for those who want to experience the best of the Galapagos.
From USD 96Santa Cruz Highlands Tour with Tortoise and Lava Tunnels
Explore the stunning Santa Cruz Highlands on a private half-day tour from Puerto Ayora. Witness the iconic Galapagos tortoises at either El Chato reserve or Rancho Primicias. Marvel at the historic lava tunnels. This tour offers the convenience of a private driver, ensuring a comfortable journey with personalized attention throughout your adventure. - Private hotel pick-up and drop-off in Puerto Ayora - Visit the legendary Galapagos tortoises at El Chato or Rancho Primicias with your on-site guide - Explore Santa Cruz from underground in your historic on-site lava tunnels - Enjoy a flexible schedule in a private vehicle with your personal driver
From USD 400Seymour North Island & Las Bachas Full-Day Tour
This full-day tour to Seymour North Island is perfect if you want to see wildlife and enjoy the nature. Fauna Highlights: Land & marine iguanas, frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, sea lions; snorkeling: rays, reef sharks, fish, garden eels
From USD 230Full Day Santa Fe Playa escondida snorkeling tour
Join this full-day tour experiential fishing around of Santa Fe, learn about its wildlife and enjoy the nature. In this excursion you also will get the chance to stop at two snorkel spots in order to practice this activity.
From USD 248Pinzón Island Day Tour: Santa Fe & Las Palmas Snorkeling
Our unique tour promises an unforgettable experience! With a 45-minute boat ride to two incredible destinations, you'll witness the incredible beauty of marine life including whitetip sharks, sea lions, and playful wolves at Penguin Bay. You can even swim among the vibrant colors of various fish and turtles in crystal-clear waters. Next up, enjoy the thrill of sport fishing for 45 minutes at the "stone with no name," spotting blue-footed boobies, frigates, and sea lions. Finally, discover the unique flora and fauna of Las Palmitas beach, observing iguanas, frigate birds, sea lions, and fascinating plant life. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, and our experienced guides will ensure your safety throughout the journey. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
From USD 260Full-Day Tour to Floreana Island & Cave of Pirates
The tour starts from Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, we will visit the most important point of Floreana island, this point has a lot history and it was discovered at 1535, the presence of whalers, pirates, the arrival of the baroness among other stories that make this island a worthy place to visit and explore. In this destination we can observe blue footed boobies, sea turtles and white-finned sharks
From USD 8993 Islands in 4 Days: Galapagos Highlights - Wildlife & Snorkeling
Discover the Galápagos Your Way – with the Experts Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey across three iconic Galápagos Islands with one of the most trusted local operators, offering over 12 years of experience and top-rated service. Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz to see Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat and walk through ancient lava tunnels. Snorkel in Pinzón or Floreana, surrounded by sea lions, turtles, and reef sharks, using our high-quality gear and full-length wetsuits, cleaned and dried daily for your comfort. On Isabela Island, encounter penguins, flamingos, and marine iguanas, and explore the wetlands and Tortoise Breeding Center. We offer maximum flexibility: add airport transfers, customize accommodation of any category, choose inter-island flights over speedboats, extend your stay with extra nights, tours, or rest days. Whether you’re looking for adventure, wildlife, or a tailored itinerary, we provide a personalized, seamless experience from start to finish.
From USD 450Tour to Bartolome Island + Bahia Sulivan
The pick-up will be at 6.15am and we will take you to the Itabaca Canal to board the yacht. The trip to Bartolomé will last approximately 2.5 hours. Bartolomé has the most beautiful and photographed landscapes of the archipelago. The path is made of wood and you will have to climb to the top of this inactive volcano. From there, you will be surprised with this spectacular landscape and, after reaching the top of the wooden stairs, you will feel that it has been worthwhile. The main attraction of the island is the Pinnacle Rock. It is a great lava formation that time has been eroding. Bartolomé has two beautiful half-moon beaches with golden sands that invite you to sunbathe or snorkel around the lava formations. Do not be surprised if you discover Galapagos penguins or sea turtles swimming in the shallows.
From USD 220Snorkeling tour at tortuga island from Isabela
DESCRPTION LIVING FISHING This tour has a duration of 4 to 5 hours, your departure is Prior Coordination with Reception. It consists of pick up at the hotel where you are and then head to the office to try the snorkeling equipment, then go to the port to take the boat and sail for 20 minutes to the turtle islet where you will appreciate the flora and fauna of the islet since it has a formation volcanic type that will allow us to observe animals such as: frigates with the red chest, nazca boobies, blue footed boobies, seagulls, etc. After this visit we carry out the Experiential fishing with trawling fishing rod where we can catch weights: albacore, guaju, sierra, cod. After all this fishing activity we snorkel for a period of one hour and a half with two dives with a totally crystalline water that will help us to preserve marine species such as: shark shark, hammerhead shark, colored weights, sea turtles, lightning, corals and starfish etc.