SANTA FE ISLAND

Navigable Day tour

 

Santa Fe Island is located southeast of Santa Cruz Island, in the central Galapagos region. It is an Ecuadorian island that is part of the Galapagos National Park. It covers an area of ​​24 km² and has a maximum altitude of 259 m.

It is also known as Barrington Island in honor of British Admiral Samuel Barrington. The island's vegetation is characterized by a dense forest of the largest species of giant cactus, Opuntia.

Santa Fe Island is home to two endemic species: the Santa Fe land iguana (Conolophus pallidus) and the Santa Fe rice rat (Oryzomys bauri). The land iguana population was recently estimated at between 6,500 and 7,000 individuals. It is also home to the longest-running marine iguana research project, initiated in the late 1970s. The island has a single terrestrial visitor site and three marine sites.

Sea lions and its beautiful beaches are the main attractions of this beautiful island. The fish density is low, but you can occasionally see sea turtles, various species of rays, and Galapagos sharks to the east of the island. It's an ideal spot for snorkeling surrounded by sea lions and for more adventurous tourists, they can go scuba diving.

 

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Itinerary:

 

  • We start early in the morning in the meeting point

  • Meet with your guide

  • Walk or drive to the passengers pier

  • We will board your boat for the tour

  • Arrival to the Island

  • We begin the walk through this beautiful place to observe nature

  • Informations about the history, animals & plants

  • Time for snorkel & enjoy the beach

  • Back to the boat for the lunch

  • Relax time

  • Return to the meeting point

 

Includes:

 

  • Boat transport to the Island

  • Guide in English

  • Life jacket

  • Snorkel equipment

  • Lunch on board

  • Visits according with the itinerary

  • Transport back to meeting point

 

 

Does not include: 

 

  • Breakfast

  • Beverages

  • Dock tax (depends of the tour, please ask to our Agent)

  • Services not indicated

  • Tips & personal expenses

 

What to bring:

 

  • Comfortable clothes & shoes

  • Hat & sunglasses

  • Swimsuit

  • Sandals

  • Towel (if you wish)

  • Water & snacks

  • Sunscreen

  • Camera

  • Waterproof Jacket (if the weather changes)