The 360 Tour is an unforgettable experience that will take you on a complete tour of the impressive San Cristóbal Island in the Galapagos. During this tour, you will have the opportunity to visit some of the most beautiful beaches and bays on the island and explore its crystal-clear waters by snorkeling at Kicker Rock, a spectacular rock formation located on the south coast of the island.
Itinerary
All passengers must arrive at the agency at 7:00 in the morning, where we will prepare everyone with snorkeling equipment, which includes a short wetsuit, fins, a mask and snorkel.
At 7:30 a.m., we will go to Muelle Acuario I and Zarpe, where you will meet your naturalist guide and board the boat.
This tour highlights the top 5 places to visit on the island, and is one of our most popular options. Places you will see include: Rosa Blanca, Punta Pitt, Bahía, Sardina, Cerro Brujo, and Leon Dormido.
Navigation and disembarkation in Rosa Blanca, passengers will be able to snorkel in the Rosa Blanca lagoon where it is possible to observe turtles, rays, sea lions, reef sharks and different species of fish. Also in this same place you will have a moment of relaxation on a beach.
Navigation through the Punta Pitt islet, the only place on the island where you can observe the red-footed booby and other types of endemic birds. Depending on the ocean conditions we do sport fishing in this place to catch tuna and wahoo.
Navigation through Sardina Bay, where we will have our lunch on board the boat. Later we will disembark to take a walk and enjoy the beach. Passengers who wish can snorkel and observe sea lions, rays, sea turtles and different species.
Navigation to Cerro Brujo, in this place you will see the cathedral, a naturally formed arch: an impressive geological structure, at this point you can take photography, it is also possible to observe endemic birds around the place.
Navigation to León Dormido Islet, once at the place, the naturalist guide will give the briefing, later the passengers will prepare for a snorkeling session. Here you can see the Galapagos shark, white and black tip sharks, hammerhead sharks, turtles, manta rays, sunfish, dolphins, sea lions, starfish, sea urchins, and different types of fish, etc. In the same way you will enjoy the landscape of the majestic León Dormido islet that is located on the west side of San Cristóbal island. Around the rock we can observe impressive birds such as tropical birds, frigates, blue-footed and Nazca boobies, club-footed petrels, and lava gulls.
The return time is approximately 4:30 p.m. depending on ocean conditions.
Conditions
*This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park and your naturalist guide. For example, you may visit the beach first and León Dormido second in certain cases, depending on ocean conditions. We take security seriously and always strive to provide you with the best and safest experience.
*In light of the pandemic, we will implement strict cleaning policies. Each piece of equipment will be fully sanitized between uses, and the agency and boat will be cleaned daily. Hand sanitizer will be available at all times.