PINZON ISLAND
Located just 12km off the west coast of Santa Cruz and east of Isabela. Pinzon is inaccessible thanks to its sheer cliff, but is an excellent snorkeling and game fishing site. Giant Tortoises nest and then loops into the Palo Santo forest. On the flanks of the island you may find Nazca Boobies, and on the cliff inside, nesting Red-tailed Tropicbirds. You can often see young Sea Lions, sharks, and sea turtles snokeling around with you during the water activity.
- Starts: 08h00 AM
- End: 15h30 PM aprox
First, we will be at the meeting point, we go to the passenger dock of San Francisco Park.
Place that we will take our boat to start the trip. We will have 2 visitor sites through which we will sail to Pinzon Island. (1:30hrs. Approx.)
We will take advantage of the snorkeling activity where we will have the opportunity to observe a variety of marine life such as: sea turtles, sharks, and tropical fish in La Fe.
Then we will start our navigation to our next destination known as Nameless Rock a place that we will look for seabirds.
Pinzon Island is located off the northwest of Santa Cruz Island. It is an eroded volcanic tuff cone, which was formed by successive explosions produced by the interaction of the sea with lava during the eruptive process.
Around Pinzon Island and take advantage of the coastal area to do the snorkeling activity once again.
To end our day, we will have a delicious lunch by the crew and then prepare for the return trip to Santa Cruz Island at 15h30 approx.
Included:
- Pick up and transportation
- English/spanish Galápagos Naturalist Guide
- Snacks and lunch
- Water, tea and coffee
- Full snorkel equipment (mask, snorkel, wetsuit and fins)
Not Included
- Alcohol Drinks
- Tips
Important Notes
The yachts have a maximum capacity of 10 passengers.
This tour is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
Snorkeling activities are moderate.
The itinerary of this tour is subject to change without notice due to climatic conditions or cancellations beyond our control.