Bartolome Island

Bartolome, Galápagos, Ecuador

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Sphera Galapagos Travel Collection
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Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 16
Bartolome Island
Bartolome, Galápagos, Ecuador

Sphera Galapagos Travel Collection
  • Email address verified
12 reviews

Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 16

About this trip

This small island is located on the centre of the archipelago, and on a clear day, more than ten islands can be spotted from the top of the viewpoint. The diversity and richness of this island is related to the Upwelling Phenomenon, very cold water surrounds the shore and provides food for many marine species.

It is an unpopulated island.

The Pinnacle Rock, formed by an eroded toba cone, is the most emblematic formation of the archipelago.  On its base, a small colony of Penguins cohabit with Sea Lions and Marine Birds. On the visit site of the beach, one can observe juvenile sharks swimming along the shore line, and sometimes on the surroundings, a hawk domains the air.

Great snorkeling opportunities with penguins and sea lions off a golden-sand beach at the foot of popular Pinnacle Rock.

Visit site: View point, beach and Pinnacle

Animals: penguins, sharks, herons, hawks, rays, finches

Plants: Pioneer plants, Tiquilia, Chamaesyce, Scalesia Stewartii, mangroves, dune vegetation

You can sail to this beautiful island in a  daily tour yachts licensed to visit the islands:

Yate Altamar

Yate Adriana

Yate Sea Lion



What’s included

  • Trasportation
    Bus and boat transport departing from defined meeting points are included.
  • Naturalist guide
    Certified bilingual guide
  • Lunch
    Made with local ingredients from land and sea served directly to your table
  • Snorkel gear
    Mask, tube and flippers suited to your size are included for swimming activities
  • Towels
  • Coffee and snacks

What’s not included

  • Wetsuits
    Wetsuits are available for rent upon request (10 usd per wetsuit)
  • soft and alcoholic drink
    We suggest to bring money for bar conssumption
  • Tips
    Tipping is common practice on board. Is suggested to bring cash if you wish to tip crew

Available Packages

Trip Price
$270

Itinerary

Option 1
Bartolome Island

Located at the center of the archipelago, Bartolome is one of the most frequently visited sites of all the islands. The highest point is only 374 ft (114 m) above sea level and it is separated from the island of Santiago by Sullivan Bay. The island has a surface area of 0.74 mi (1.2 km) It is an excellent site for snorkeling, filled with the breathtaking volcanic landscapes that make this corner of the world so unique.

  • Disembarking:  Wet and dry landing
  • Type of Terrain: Uneven path in some areas, other flat and easy with the help of wooden stairs with several viewpoints available.
  • Physical Conditions Required:  Average, involve walking in no shaded areas and demands good level of rehidration during walks.
  • Activities: 45 min snorkeling / 30 min dinghy ride / 45 min hike .The most emblematic place in the Galapagos Islands!
  • Highlights: We will travel back in time to the formation of lava tubes, spatter cones and the remains of two types of hardened lava: AA and pahoehoe. Beautiful and breathtaking landscapes as you climb up Summit Trail. During the ascent, visitors will see Tiquilia and various cactus species, which add to the unique experience. The tall, leaning spike known as Pinnacle Rock is always something to behold. For many visitors, this may turn out to be the best of snorkeling experiences. There is a possibility to swim with zigzagging penguins that are chasing small schools of fish or see them sitting on the rocks during your dinghy ride.

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SG
Sphera Galapagos Travel Collection
12 reviews
Sphera Galapagos is a Travel Agency born in the Galapagos Islands from the experience of two professionals living in the islands for more than 20 years. We are specialists in cruises, land tours, scuba diving trips, and more activities related to your stay on the islands.

Reviews

A very well planned one week adventure in the Galápagos Islands! We had wonderful tour guides who explained the flora and fauna. we saw all the amazing Galapagos animals and it was exhilarating to experience snorkeling (three times!!) for the first time ever to see the underwater creatures! It has been a dream of mine to visit the Galápagos Islands since graduating from Genetics and Statistics in university and it was a delight to spend my birthday week there. Thank you again for the marvellous adventure!
By Shelley H for Galapagos tripplan/6 nights-7 days on Sep 26, 2023
Blanca organized the private tour for us very well. Everything worked like clockwork. The tour guides in all three locations were very knowledgeable and helpful. We had a fantastic experience and will recommend Sphera Travel to our family and friends.
By Simmy A for Galapagos tripplan/6 nights-7 days on Sep 21, 2023
Nos lo pasamos genial, la excursión fue increíble, se nos dio un trato muy bueno y la tripulación era fantástica
By Guillermo A for Aventura Terra Nostra 2 dias on Aug 18, 2023
Por el precio de la excursión, me parece que no vale la pena. El yate es muy bueno, no hay duda de ello, pero lo que viene a ser la excursión deja mucho que desear.
By Guillermo A for Windrose Luxury Yacht on Aug 18, 2023
Nos lo pasamos genial, tuvimos buena atención y la tripulación fue fantástica
By Guillermo A for Dive Adventures on Aug 18, 2023
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