Bartolome Island – Sullivan Bay Tour
1 Days
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Discover Bartolome Island’s volcanic scenery, climb 395 steps for panoramic views, enjoy a zodiac ride, and snorkel in Sullivan Bay’s crystal-clear waters.
Tour Overview
Join us for a full-day adventure exploring Bartolome Island and Sullivan Bay, starting with a 7:00 AM meet-up in Puerto Ayora. From there, we will head to the Itabaca Channel. After we arrive at Bartolome, you will land on a beach and then walk up 395 steps to the island’s top. At the top, you will see views of the strange landscape and Pinnacle Rock. While walking you will look for lava shapes, special plants such as lava cacti and tiquilla and the cute Darwin’s finches. Once the hike ends, you will board a zodiac boat for a ride along the coast. On that ride we might see Galapagos penguins. Next, you will go to Sullivan Bay for a snorkeling adventure in clear water. There, you will see bright Galapagos life. The trip will give us transportation, snorkeling gear all the planned activities, a bilingual naturalist guide, lunch on the boat, towels and other needed services.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Bartolome Island and Sullivan Bay
❯Operation Day: Wednesday. Meeting point: Entrance of the Church, in front of the pier. Departure hour: 7:00 a.m. (arrive 10 minutes early). Arriving site: Channel. Coming hour: 5:00 p.m. (estimated return). Meet at 7:00 at the entrance of the Church in front of the pier. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. Transportation is provided to the Channel, which is both the starting and ending point of the tour. Once you reach the island, make a landing and start walking along the path that leads to the top of the island. The path includes 395 steps. Ends with a panoramic view of the island and its famous rock formation. This is a spot for taking photos of the landscape. Along the way, look for lava tunnels formed during the last eruption. You will also see plants like lava cacti and other local flora. Birds are often seen in this area. The rock formation was created from ash. After finishing the walk, take a ride along the coast. If you are lucky, you might spot local penguins. The tour then moves for snorkeling in the water. You can enjoy the marine life. The expected return time is around 17:00.
Meals Included:Lunch
Tour Highlights
- Climb the 395 steps to the top of Bartolome Island. Enjoy panoramic views of the island and Pinnacle Rock.
- Observe volcanic features, such as small lava tunnels, lava cacti, tiquilla plants and Darwin’s finches.
- Enjoy a zodiac ride along Bartolome’s coast with a chance to spot Galapagos penguins.
- Snorkel, in the crystal-clear waters of Sullivan Bay and observe Galapagos marine fauna.
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What's Included
- Transportation to and from the meeting point at the Itabaca Channel.
- A coffee and tea station
- Snorkeling equipment, including mask and snorkel.
- Visits, excursions and activities that follow the itinerary will be organised.
- Wetsuits will be provided if the required size is supplied at 72 hours before the trip.
- One bilingual naturalist guide, speaking English and Spanish will accompany the group.
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