Name: ESPAÑOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR
Location: Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador

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ESPAÑOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador

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Duration: 1 day

Group size: 1 - 25

OVERVIEW :

On the outer southern east corner of the archipelago is situated the birds and oldest (about 4,5 million years old) island. Española is probably home of the ancestors of the species that now populate other islands. Its area is 60 sq km (37 sq mi), its high point is found at 206m (675 ft). It is home of the Mockingbird, waved albatross, blue-footed boobies, and Nazca boobies. Also, sea lion colonies and land and hybrid iguanas make the island one of the most specials. Thanks to the cold waters from the Humboldt current and the upwelling created on its flow, Waved Albatross nests on the flat grounds of the island. The Española giant tortoise species was rescued from extinction, scientists and resource managers at the Charles Darwin Foundation and Galápagos National Park have released nearly 2,000 young tortoises on Española. One of the highlights to visit is Punta Suarez bay which has an amazing variety of wildlife including the lazy sea lions at the rocky landing site, forcing visitors to surround them to get the trial. Visitors enjoy walking among Galápagos hawks, Española mockingbirds, Darwin´s finches, and Galápagos Dove all fly around. Another jewel to journey is Gardener Bay beach, it is recommended for snorkelers, specially around the small semi submerged tuff cone located in front of the beach, it is possible to swim next to the sea lions, reef white-tipped sharks, rays, and variety of colorful reef fish.

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ESPAÑOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR
ESPAÑOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR
ESPAÑOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR
The day starts early in the morning at the Baquerizo Moreno Dock. Our guests will be assisted by the bilingual naturalist guide on the whole length of the day tour activities. After a navigation of approximately 2.5 hours the boat will arrive at Española Island. This place is considered the crown jewel of the Galapagos archipelago. Española Island is located at the south side of the archipelago, 22 miles from San Cristobal Island. Here, our adventurers are going to be amazed by Punta Suarez and Gardner Isle. At Punta Suarez, which is located in the northeast of Española, excursionists are going to watch the nesting colonies of Nazca boobies and the famous blue-footed boobies, Galápagos hawks, Española mockingbirds, three species of Darwin´s finches, and Galápagos doves. Swallow-tailed gulls and red-billed tropicbirds dash in and out of the cracks in the cliffs. Between April and December, travelers can visit an interesting population of waved albatross (one of the rarest birds in the world), as Española is their one and only nesting area. There is also possible to watch sea lions and marine iguanas. Meanwhile, our guests have the opportunity to enjoy the amazing landscape of the cliffs and the blow hole. Because this side of the island is a rocky terrain, travelers have to take extra care and wear closed toe shoes (no sandals). Later on, our adventurers will move to Gardner Islet where the bay offers on of the best beaches to experience in the Galápagos. Three species of Darwin´s finches and Española mockingbirds may be seen at this site. Española mockingbirds are fearless and frequently land on visitors´ heads and shoulders in search for food. It is also possible to snorkel among playful sea lions and be astonished by the colorful fishes of the bay. Travelers will refresh themselves while enjoying a delicious snack. Then, our adventurers will get the succulent lunch. After all, boat will journey back to San Cristobal. It is recommended to wear a wetsuit in order to neutralize the sea temperature because it falls under 20ºC from September to December and it is up of 27ºC from January to August.

ITINERARY :
Departure: at 6:30 am from Baquerizo Moreno Pier
Returning time: approximately at 5:00 pm
Travel Time: speed boat ride takes around 2.5 hours (August – October the seas can be quite rough). Adventurers
with back or neck injuries are not advised to take this journey.
Difficulty Level: intermediate
Highlight activity: walking and snorkeling
Transportation: speed boat
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ESPAÑOLA ISLAND DAY TOUR

The day starts early in the morning at the Baquerizo Moreno Dock. Our guests will be assisted by the bilingual naturalist guide on the whole length of the day tour activities. After a navigation of approximately 2.5 hours the boat will arrive at Española Island. This place is considered the crown jewel of the Galapagos archipelago. Española Island is located at the south side of the archipelago, 22 miles from San Cristobal Island. Here, our adventurers are going to be amazed by Punta Suarez and Gardner Isle. At Punta Suarez, which is located in the northeast of Española, excursionists are going to watch the nesting colonies of Nazca boobies and the famous blue-footed boobies, Galápagos hawks, Española mockingbirds, three species of Darwin´s finches, and Galápagos doves. Swallow-tailed gulls and red-billed tropicbirds dash in and out of the cracks in the cliffs. Between April and December, travelers can visit an interesting population of waved albatross (one of the rarest birds in the world), as Española is their one and only nesting area. There is also possible to watch sea lions and marine iguanas. Meanwhile, our guests have the opportunity to enjoy the amazing landscape of the cliffs and the blow hole. Because this side of the island is a rocky terrain, travelers have to take extra care and wear closed toe shoes (no sandals). Later on, our adventurers will move to Gardner Islet where the bay offers on of the best beaches to experience in the Galápagos. Three species of Darwin´s finches and Española mockingbirds may be seen at this site. Española mockingbirds are fearless and frequently land on visitors´ heads and shoulders in search for food. It is also possible to snorkel among playful sea lions and be astonished by the colorful fishes of the bay. Travelers will refresh themselves while enjoying a delicious snack. Then, our adventurers will get the succulent lunch. After all, boat will journey back to San Cristobal. It is recommended to wear a wetsuit in order to neutralize the sea temperature because it falls under 20ºC from September to December and it is up of 27ºC from January to August.

ITINERARY :

Departure: at 6:30 am from Baquerizo Moreno Pier

Returning time: approximately at 5:00 pm

Travel Time: speed boat ride takes around 2.5 hours (August – October the seas can be quite rough). Adventurers

with back or neck injuries are not advised to take this journey.

Difficulty Level: intermediate

Highlight activity: walking and snorkeling

Transportation: speed boat

We had a perfect stay at your wonderful highland hotel. Thanks a million to Jose and Team, you made our Galápagos Adventure a fantastic memory. Best wishes, Christine, Cami, Marco

By Christine S for HOTEL TWIN GALAPAGOS on Apr 24, 2025

The trip was in general nice. The guide was really great. Unfortunately there were a few things where the trip was not as expected. We started almost an hour later and arrived an hour earlier than sceduled. On the online ticket it said that the wetsuit was included, when we showed up there were non provided. After asking what happend there we just got an ‚they were on the boat, we should have just asked‘. That was what we did ob the boat and there weren‘t any for us.

By Vera P for SNOKERLING AT SANTA FE ISLAND on Apr 22, 2025

Beautiful trip, dolphins jumping out of the sea on the way, many beautiful birds, great views. Snorkeling was nice too, but we haven't seen any sharks or turtles. Lunch was OK. Guide was knowledgeable and kind, but not very flexible regarding questions to try to view sharks on the way.

By Peter R for BARTOLOMÉ DAY TOUR on Mar 26, 2025

I booked the GALÃPAGOS MARINE WILDLIFE 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS FOUR DIFFERENT ISLANDS with Get Travel Galápagos and it was a huge success! It is a fantastic program. The family owning the Hotel Twin is super nice and goes above and beyond to make the tour a good experience, and when one of the excursions was cancelled due to a engine failure they were swift at helping to arrange a new tour! The food is homemade and delicious. The hotel is placed a bit outside Puerto Ayora but I liked the calm atmosphere - and a taxi is only 5 dollars. There is a small language barrier with Jose but the daughter Mary does very well in informing and explaining everything in English. I cannot recommend this place enough!

By Kristina L for FAUNA MARINA DE GALÁPAGOS 6 DÍAS/5 NOCHES CUATRO ISLAS DIFERENTES on Mar 12, 2025

Fabulous accommodation, clean and great food. Good location for us as slightly out of town so it was quiet and peaceful but a short ride to the busy port. Mary and her dad Jose could not have been more helpful, going above and beyond to help us get the very best out of our stay!