San Cristóbal · Galápagos Snorkeling Naturalist Full day

Española Tour

A full day on Española Island: white-sand beaches, snorkeling among turtles and the albatross colony of Punta Cevallos.

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— About this tour

The Española Tour takes you to one of the most spectacular islands of the archipelago, famous for its endemic wildlife and seabird colonies.

The route starts at Manzanillo Beach, with a 40-minute walk along scenic trails and time to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters. It continues with snorkeling at Turtle Rock, a spectacular underwater world surrounded by colorful fish, sea turtles and playful sea lions. It ends at Punta Cevallos, with a 40-minute walk to observe albatrosses, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls and other seabirds in their natural habitat.

A full day of nature on the island of the albatross.

— Itinerary

How the day unfolds

  • 07:20

    Meeting point · Main pier

    Pickup at the pier in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and sailing toward Española Island.

  • Stop 1

    Manzanillo Beach

    40-minute walk along scenic trails with stunning views. Time to swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters.

  • Stop 2

    Turtle Rock

    Snorkeling in a spectacular underwater world, surrounded by colorful fish, sea turtles and playful sea lions.

  • Stop 3

    Punta Cevallos

    40-minute walk to observe albatrosses, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls and other seabirds in their natural habitat.

  • 16:00

    Return to port

    Return to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

— Details

What's included and what's not

Includes

  • Certified naturalist guide
  • Snorkel gear and wetsuit
  • Lunch on board
  • Fruits, snacks and drinks
  • Towels
  • Photos and videos of the day

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Tips
— Before you come

What to bring

Bring biodegradable sunscreen, a cap, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, light clothing, a change of clothes for after snorkeling and a camera.

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