Santa Fe Island and Hidden Beach-Snorkeling
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
Popular among wildlife enthusiasts. Home to rare iguanas and giant cactuses. Great snorkeling opportunities. You will get insights into the local ecosystem.
Galapagos Santa Fe Island Snorkeling Tour from Santa Cruz
This full-day tour from Santa Cruz takes adventure seekers and nature lovers to Santa Fe Island for snorkeling, wildlife observation, and coastal walks.
Highlights
- Explore an uninhabited island
- Experience key Galapagos Islands wildlife
- Spot sea lions, marine iguanas, turtles, and sharks
- Snorkeling in clear waters with diverse marine species
Description
The tour departs from your Santa Cruz hotel at 7:30 a.m. and boards a yacht to Santa Fe Island, which covers 24 km² and rises 60 meters above sea level. Visit Santa Fe's bay to see both baby and adult sea lions sunbathing and interacting with visitors.
Snorkeling in these clear waters, you may encounter white tip reef sharks, Galapagos sharks, green turtles, and rare hawksbill turtles. The next stop, Snorkel Luhas, offers calm waters filled with colorful fish and marine iguanas.
The tour concludes on a secluded beach where you can take a short walk to observe marine iguanas, turtle nests, and endemic plants such as sesuvium. Relax in the mangrove area while your certified naturalist guide ensures your safety throughout the activities.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Santa Cruz
- Boat transportation (shared tour, max 10 passengers)
- Certified naturalist guide (English/Spanish)
- Box lunch
- Snorkeling equipment (mask and fins)
- Guided activities
Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Wetsuit rental
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable.
For best experience, bring sun protection, swimwear, a towel, and waterproof camera. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited capacity.
