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Top 3 water & beach things to do in Puerto Ayora

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Puerto Ayora you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. 3 Islands in 4 Days: Galapagos Highlights - Wildlife & Snorkeling, Puerto Ayora1

    1. 3 Islands in 4 Days: Galapagos Highlights - Wildlife & Snorkeling

    5.0· 5 reviews· 4 days

    Discover the Galápagos Your Way – with the Experts Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey across three iconic Galápagos Islands with one of the most trusted local operators, offering over 12 years of experience and top-rated service. Visit the highlands of Santa Cruz to see Giant Tortoises in their natural habitat and walk through ancient lava tunnels. Snorkel in Pinzón or Floreana, surrounded by sea lions, turtles, and reef sharks, using our high-quality gear and full-length wetsuits, cleaned and dried daily for your comfort. On Isabela Island, encounter penguins, flamingos, and marine iguanas, and explore the wetlands and Tortoise Breeding Center. We offer maximum flexibility: add airport transfers, customize accommodation of any category, choose inter-island flights over speedboats, extend your stay with extra nights, tours, or rest days. Whether you’re looking for adventure, wildlife, or a tailored itinerary, we provide a personalized, seamless experience from start to finish.

  2. Snorkeling tour at tortuga island from Isabela, Puerto Ayora2

    2. Snorkeling tour at tortuga island from Isabela

    5.0· 1 reviews· 5 hours

    DESCRPTION LIVING FISHING This tour has a duration of 4 to 5 hours, your departure is Prior Coordination with Reception. It consists of pick up at the hotel where you are and then head to the office to try the snorkeling equipment, then go to the port to take the boat and sail for 20 minutes to the turtle islet where you will appreciate the flora and fauna of the islet since it has a formation volcanic type that will allow us to observe animals such as: frigates with the red chest, nazca boobies, blue footed boobies, seagulls, etc. After this visit we carry out the Experiential fishing with trawling fishing rod where we can catch weights: albacore, guaju, sierra, cod. After all this fishing activity we snorkel for a period of one hour and a half with two dives with a totally crystalline water that will help us to preserve marine species such as: shark shark, hammerhead shark, colored weights, sea turtles, lightning, corals and starfish etc.

  3. Tour to Bartolome Island + Bahia Sulivan, Puerto Ayora3

    3. Tour to Bartolome Island + Bahia Sulivan

    4.5· 17 reviews· 8 hours

    The pick-up will be at 6.15am and we will take you to the Itabaca Canal to board the yacht. The trip to Bartolomé will last approximately 2.5 hours. Bartolomé has the most beautiful and photographed landscapes of the archipelago. The path is made of wood and you will have to climb to the top of this inactive volcano. From there, you will be surprised with this spectacular landscape and, after reaching the top of the wooden stairs, you will feel that it has been worthwhile. The main attraction of the island is the Pinnacle Rock. It is a great lava formation that time has been eroding. Bartolomé has two beautiful half-moon beaches with golden sands that invite you to sunbathe or snorkel around the lava formations. Do not be surprised if you discover Galapagos penguins or sea turtles swimming in the shallows.

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