Galápagos: Pinzón Island Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Explore one of the best snorkeling sites in Galápagos on a full-day tour to Pinzón Island from Puerto Ayora. Swim with sea turtles, sea lions, rays, reef sharks, and tropical fish, and lunch on board
Galápagos Full-Day Snorkeling Tour to Pinzón Island
This full-day snorkeling tour from Puerto Ayora suits nature lovers and snorkelers interested in marine wildlife around Pinzón Island.
Highlights
- Snorkel at one of the most diverse marine sites in the Galápagos
- Swim alongside sea turtles, sea lions, manta rays, reef sharks, and tropical fish
- Experience the tour aboard a licensed yacht with a certified bilingual naturalist guide
- Enjoy included snorkeling gear, wetsuit, drinks, and lunch on board
Description
The tour starts at 8:00 a.m. with a meeting at Hotel Ninfa’s reception in Puerto Ayora. From there, participants board the yacht and sail to the La Fe sector for the first snorkeling session. This location is known for marine iguanas, turtle nests, and active sea turtles.
After the first snorkeling session, the group returns to the yacht for a snack before continuing to Pinzón Island Bay. The second snorkeling session takes place here, where you can swim among abundant tropical fish, manta rays, sea turtles, sea lions, and the common reef sharks in this area.
Lunch is served on board following the daily menu. The tour returns to Santa Cruz, arriving around 4:00 p.m.
Includes
- Full-day snorkeling tour to Pinzón Island
- Navigation on a licensed tourist yacht
- Certified bilingual naturalist guide
- Snorkeling activity at one of the best marine sites in the Galápagos
- Complete snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
- Wetsuit (neoprene suit)
- Towels on board
- Soft drinks during the tour
- Lunch on board with local food according to the daily menu
Excludes
- Snorkeling for non-swimmers
Important Information
- This tour focuses on snorkeling and marine wildlife observation with no long walks involved.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, bring sunscreen, a hat, and a towel. The tour is suitable for confident swimmers and runs year-round, though water visibility varies with seasons.
