Puerto Ayora: Bay Excursion with Snorkeling and Coastal Landscapes

Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador



Explore the Bay of Santa Cruz by boat, enjoy snorkeling, and discover the beaches, landscapes, and fascinating marine life of the Galapagos.

Highlights

  • Discover Las Grietas, Canal del Amor, and Playa de los Perros.
  • See marine iguanas in their natural habitat.
  • Explore the Bay of Santa Cruz on a local boat.

Description

Start your adventure in Puerto Ayora and get ready to discover some of the most fascinating spots in the Bay of Santa Cruz. From the cruise port, you'll board a speedboat to sail along the coast and enjoy a combination of volcanic landscapes, beaches, and wildlife. The first stop will be Punta Estrada, where you can observe seabirds and enjoy a snorkeling experience in its waters. Then we'll continue to Playa de los Perros, a place known for the presence of marine iguanas that often rest on the volcanic rocks. The excursion continues with a visit to the Canal del Amor and the Canal de Tiburones, where you'll have the opportunity to observe whitetip reef sharks in their natural environment. Afterwards, you'll visit Las Minas de Sal and then Las Grietas, a natural formation of crystal-clear waters surrounded by volcanic rock, where you can enjoy another snorkeling experience. At the end of the tour, you will return to Puerto Ayora after having explored various landscapes and natural environments along the coast of Santa Cruz. You can also enjoy this experience in the afternoon, departing at approximately 2:00 PM and with drop-off at around 5:00 PM.

Includes

Transportation by speedboat during the tour Local guide Snorkeling gear (MASK) Visit to Punta Estrada Visit to Playa de los Perros Visit to Canal del Amor (Channel of Love) Visit to the Shark Canal Visit to the Salt Mines Visit to Las Grietas Snorkeling activity at Punta Estrada Snorkeling activity at Las Grietas Snacks

Excludes

Tips

Important Information

  • After booking, we'll need you to provide the full names of all passengers, their passport or ID document numbers, and their nationalities. This information is required to complete passenger check-in.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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