Floreana Island Full Day Tour Including Hiking and Snorkeling
Overview
Explore the island of Floreana, which is one of the most remote parts of the Galapagos Islands. This tour provides various opportunities for wildlife-spotting—see sea lions, frigate birds, Nazca boobies, blue-footed boobies, petrels, pelicans, flamingos, and more. You will also enjoy snorkeling in marine wildlife-filled waters, as you get the chance to explore unique landscapes.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Santa Cruz
- Certified naturalist English / Spanish speaking guide
- Transportation by boat (10 passengers – shared tour)
- Lunch, snacks, purified water
- Towels
- Snorkeling equipment (mask and fins)
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Floreana, Floreana, Galapagos Islands
Departure from Puerto Ayora at 8:00 a.m. to board the yacht that will take you to Floreana Island. Visit Enderby islet where will sail around the island to see different species of birds such as blue-footed booby, frigates, seagulls, etc. If weather conditions allow us this is a perfect spot for snorkeling. This is the habitat of sea lions, turtles, exotic fish, thousands of tropical fish, barracudas, black coral, whitetip and Galapagos sharks, moray eels, some hammerheads, and eagle rays.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Cormorant Point, . Ecuador
After lunch, we visit Cormorant Point on the archipelago’s southern Floreana Island, which features a golden-greenish beach rich in olivine. It`s a collection of volcanic crystals originating in the Earth’s mantle and composed of aluminum, silica, magnesium, and iron, as well as eroded tuff, remains, all of which are responsible for the sand’s unique color. Not far inland, a brackish lake home to a variety of migratory and coastal birds is also ideal for flamingo-watching.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Floreana Island, Ecuador
We will visit the Pirate´s Cave where you will just walk and relax on the beach. Return to Puerto Ayora.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Floreana, Floreana, Galapagos Islands
Departure from Puerto Ayora at 8:00 a.m. to board the yacht that will take you to Floreana Island. Visit Enderby islet where will sail around the island to see different species of birds such as blue-footed booby, frigates, seagulls, etc. If weather conditions allow us this is a perfect spot for snorkeling. This is the habitat of sea lions, turtles, exotic fish, thousands of tropical fish, barracudas, black coral, whitetip and Galapagos sharks, moray eels, some hammerheads, and eagle rays.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Cormorant Point, . Ecuador
After lunch, we visit Cormorant Point on the archipelago’s southern Floreana Island, which features a golden-greenish beach rich in olivine. It`s a collection of volcanic crystals originating in the Earth’s mantle and composed of aluminum, silica, magnesium, and iron, as well as eroded tuff, remains, all of which are responsible for the sand’s unique color. Not far inland, a brackish lake home to a variety of migratory and coastal birds is also ideal for flamingo-watching.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Floreana Island, Ecuador
We will visit the Pirate´s Cave where you will just walk and relax on the beach. Return to Puerto Ayora.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.