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DESCRIPTION AND ITINERARY

DEPARTURE TIME: 6:00am                         RETURN TIME: 5:00pm

6:00am –  Hotel pick up and transfer to the Itabaca channel

7:30am – Travel time. Enjoy your included breakfast on board as we navigate to the lsland of Bartolomé

While navigating enjoy the view of Island Daphne Major – the larger of the two eroded volcanic cones of the Daphne’s. As we pass, numerous endemic species can be spotted including sea lions, blue-footed boobies and range of sea birds

8:00am – Arrive at Bartolomé Island

Embark on a hike, comprising of over 360 steps, to reach the summit of Bartolomé. Enjoy amazing panoramic views of the islands and of the various volcanic formations including lava bombs and spatter cones. One of the jewels of Galápagos Islands!

Here we are likely to come across terrestrial iguanas, lava lizards, various cacti, and the Escalia among others. So be photo ready!

12:00pm – Return to the boat for lunch

1:00pm – Snorkelling time! Explore the diverse marine life at the beach of Bartolomé or Sullivan Bay on Santiago Island

5:30pm – Depart for Puerto Ayora

ABOUT THE TOUR

Activities:

Hike to the top of Bartolomé Island

Snorkel in crystal clear waters

Photo time at the infamous view of Galápagos Islands

Wildlife:

Sea turtles, sting rays, diverse range of tropical fish, sea lions, reef sharks, lava lizards, marine iguanas, penguins (subject to season)

What’s Included:

Bilingual naturalist guide, lunch, water, towel, hotel pick up, breakfast (only in 6am itinerary), snacks

Not Included:

Snorkel equipment (mask and tube)

To bring:

Sun protection, swimwear, camera, warm clothing (in cold season), comfortable walking shoes, dry change of clothes