11. North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour
5.0· 2 reviews· 8 hoursExplore one of the most wildlife-rich islands in the Galapagos aboard a comfortable and well-equipped yacht designed to offer a smooth and relaxing sailing. Enjoy delicious meals on board, the attention of a friendly and experienced crew, and the guidance of a certified naturalist who will bring the landscape and its fascinating creatures to life. Before the tour, you will be given a detailed briefing so that you are fully prepared for the day. During the excursion, you can discover the fascinating underwater world of the archipelago by practicing snorkeling, using an exclusive high-end equipment of renowned brands such as Cressi and Scubapro. This tour combines unforgettable wildlife encounters – such as blue-footed boobies, frigates, yellow terrestrial iguanas, sea lions and marine species – with comfort, security and expert guidance, making it the ideal choice for those who want to experience the best of the Galapagos.
22. North Seymour Island Day Tour
5.0· 1 reviewsThe North Seymour Island allows you to discover (walking) frigate birds, blue footed boobies, herons, hawks, and swallow-tailed gulls sitting among the ledges and rocks. Engage on the trip to enjoy the whitest sand beach (Bachas Beach) next to the pink flamingo lake. The site to visit could be different according to the Galapagos National Park authorization. Enjoy snorkeling with sharks, sea lions, green turtles, marine iguanas, and a variety of marine wildlife.
33. Day tour to San Cristobal Island with private Land Tour and snorkeling
4.9· 28 reviews· 10 hoursThis tour allows you to get to know the captial of the Galapagos: San Cristobal Island and its beautiful sites in only one day; you will not only get to see tons of sea lions and many sea lions babies, but also many marine birds, marine iguanas, sea turtles, tropical fish, sharks and even more sea lions. Moreover, you will get to see beautiful landscapes with crystal clear turquoise water and the iconic Kicker Rock. This tour is the perfect combination of land and water, as during the snorkel activity you will get to know the abundant wildlife underwater, while three sites (Punta Carola, Tijeretas and La Loberia) allow you to get to the the most beautiful sites, species and landscapes San Cristobal has to offer on land too. The tour includes a very good lunch menu too and you will be provided with high quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits. Please note that the only way to get to San Cristobal is by PUBLIC SPEEDBOAT - of course they are safe but on rough sea it can get choppy!
44. Day tour to Pinzón Island and La Fé/Palmitas Bay with snorkeling and fishing
4.8· 152 reviews· 7 hoursYou will be equipped with high-quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits (brands Cressi/Scubapro and O'Neill) from us and this tour is operated on a very well maintained, comfortable boat, with an excellent guide and freshly prepared, very good food.
55. Day Tour to Santa Fe Island and Hidden Beach with snorkeling and fishing
4.8· 85 reviews· 7 hoursYou will be equipped with high-quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits (brands Cressi/Scubapro and O'Neill) from us and this tour is operated on a very well maintained, comfortable boat, with an excellent guide and freshly prepared, very good food.
66. Day Tour to Floreana Island with Snorkeling and Fishing
4.8· 40 reviewsYou will be equipped with high-quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits (brands Cressi/Scubapro and O'Neill) from us and this tour is operated on a very well maintained, comfortable boat, with an excellent guide and freshly prepared, very good food.
77. Bartolome Island Full Day Tour
4.8· 21 reviews· 10 hoursExplore Bartolome Island with a full-day tour from Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island). The volcanic islet just off the east coast of Santiago Island holds one of the most beautiful landscapes in the archipelago. Hike to the breathtaking viewpoint on the top of the island and capture the best of the landscapes of the island.
88. Santa Fe Island & Playa Escondida Snorkeling Day Trip
4.7· 24 reviews· 7 hoursEnjoy wonderful snorkeling in Santa Fe Island! During this snorkelling tour you will be able to see many animals such as sea lions, sharks, turtles and more! We will visit the Santa Fe Cliff, the Santa Fe Bay where you will have lunch in the calm waters overlooking the bay whilst watching the sea lions in the distance. After lunch, there will be one last point in Playa Escondida where you have the option to disembark to spend time on the beach or to continue snorkelling. Part of the tour time is also allocated to fishing, however this depends on weather conditions on the day.
99. Full Day Tour Pinzon Island + La Fe/Las Palmas - Snorkeling & Fishing
4.7· 49 reviews· 7 hoursOften claimed as the best spot for snorkelling and an island not to be missed! This trip will include an unforgettable snorkelling experience with a very high chance of seeing marine turtles, sea lions, rays, white tip sharks and reef fish in crystal clear water. On occasion, you may even see some penguins! While snorkelling is the main activity, you’ll also be able to do some fishing during this trip if conditions allow it and if everyone on board wants to participate in this activity. It is your choice of what you do with your catch, either releasing back to the sea or getting our onboard chef to cook them for you! We are Ninfa Tour, a local Galapagos tour operator able to offer you local prices (the same as if you buy it in town). We are proud to have been running tours for 40 years and have delivered tours to over 100,000 happy customers!
1010. Day Tour to Isabela Island with Tintorera Islet, Snorkeling Wetlands & Flamingos
4.7· 132 reviews· 10 hoursThis tour allows you to get to know the beautiful island of Isabela with all the species it is famous for in only one day; you will see the Galapagos penguins, the blue-footed boobies, the flamingos, the whitetip reef sharks, marine iguanas, sea turtles, sea lions and much more as well as Galapagos' most beautiful coconut palm beach along which the cute little town of Puerto Villamil is built. This tour is the perfect combination of land & water, as during the (short) snorkel activity you will get to know the abundant wildlife underwater, while the disembarkation on Tinterera Islet plus the tour to the flamingos and tortoises allows you to observe all the land species from as close as possible. The tour includes lunch in one of the best ocean front restaurants. You will be provided with high quality snorkel equipment and wetsuits. Please note that the only way to get to Isabela for the day is by PUBLIC SPEEDBOAT - we work with the best one but if the sea is rough it can get choppy!
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