Island
San Cristóbal
Duration
Full day
Language
EN & ES
Group
Up to 12
Departure
Pto. Baquerizo · 7:30 AM
About This Tour
Visit the oldest island in the entire Galapagos archipelago — from a whole new angle. 🐦🌋
Española Island dates back 4 million years, making it the most ancient island in the chain. This full-day expedition takes you to three of its most extraordinary corners: a coastal trail alive with seabirds, a pristine snorkeling bay, and a dramatic volcanic formation surrounded by reef sharks and marine life unlike anything near the main ports.
See the iconic waved albatross — the only breeding colony on Earth, nesting here from April to December — alongside Nazca boobies, Darwin's finches, and lava lizards that have no fear of humans. Then dive into crystal-clear water at Manzanillo, where sea turtles, sea lions, and tropical fish share the same bay. End the day snorkeling around Roca Tortuga, where reef sharks rest in the shallows and manta rays cruise through the blue.
Three environments, one island, nine hours. Return to port at 4:30 PM with a full memory card and a new benchmark for what a day in the Galapagos can look like.
What Will We Do on This Adventure?
Punta Cevallos
A coastal trail through low vegetation, ideal for birdwatching at close range. Walk alongside nesting waved albatrosses (April–December), Nazca boobies, Darwin's finches, and lava lizards on cliffs with open-ocean panoramas. This is where most visitors take their best photos of the day.
Manzanillo
Slip into a marine paradise where calm, crystal-clear water meets exceptional visibility. Snorkel alongside sea turtles gliding below you, sea lions spiraling around you, sea stars resting on the sandy bottom, and schools of tropical fish weaving between lava formations. Beginners love this spot — the water is calm and the life is everywhere.
Roca Tortuga
Snorkel around this striking volcanic formation rising from the open ocean. The current here brings bigger marine life: reef sharks resting in the shallows, manta rays passing through, eagle rays, and a density of tropical fish that makes every dive feel like a nature documentary. Our guides know exactly where to position you for the best encounters.
Wildlife You May See
Tour Essentials
These are our recommendations so you can have the best experience on this tour.
The order of activities may change according to the visit calendar provided by the Ministry of Tourism.
Starting from
$277
per traveler
What's Included
- Lunch & snacks
- Non-alcoholic beverages on board
- Wetsuit
- Snorkel gear
- Towel
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Boat transportation
- Photos & videos
Not Included
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee
- Personal expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
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