Explore the Natural Wonders of Isabela and Tintoreras Islet

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Isabela Island. This full-day tour includes a ferry ride from Puerto Ayora and takes you to explore Tintoreras Islet.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Isabela Island, one of the most impressive destinations in the Galapagos Islands. This full-day tour includes a ferry ride from Puerto Ayora and takes you to explore Tintoreras Islet, famous for its abundant wildlife and unique landscapes. The tour begins at 7:00 am from the Puerto Ayora dock on Santa Cruz Island, with a ferry ride of approximately 2 hours to Puerto Villamil on Isabela. During the navigation, enjoy spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding islands. Upon arrival, you will visit the Arnaldo Tupiza Breeding Center, where you will learn about the Galapagos National Park's conservation efforts to protect giant tortoises and see both juvenile and adult tortoises. Next, you will explore the Isabela wetlands, home to one of the most extensive mangrove areas in the Galapagos, where you can observe pink flamingos, ducks and other birds while enjoying the beautiful scenery. The highlight of the tour is a visit to Tintoreras Islet, known for the white tip sharks, also called blue sharks, resting in a crevice of crystal clear water. In addition, you will see marine iguanas, sea lions, penguins and blue-footed boobies. The visit includes a snorkeling session at a small beach, where you can discover the rich marine life. The ferry back to Santa Cruz departs at 3:00 pm, arriving in Puerto Ayora around 5:00 pm. The tour includes round trip ferry from Santa Cruz to Isabela, entrance fee to Isabela and water taxi, certified tour guide (English-Spanish), dock use tax, lunch, boat for the visit to Tintoreras Islet, long wetsuit and snorkeling gear. Soft drinks, towels and tips are not included. It is recommended to bring comfortable walking clothes, swimsuit, biodegradable sunscreen, and a camera to capture the breathtaking scenery, and take motion sickness pills 30 minutes before boarding, as the ferry ride can be bumpy. Enjoy a unique experience exploring the natural diversity of Isabela and Tintoreras Islet with Enchanted Islands. Reserve your place today and live an unforgettable adventure in the Galapagos Islands!

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This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.