Full Day in Española Island

The tour departs from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, place of departure and return of the boat that we will board. In this full day excursion to Española Island you will live an unforgettable adventure snorkeling in Gardner Bay and hiking where you will travel 1400 meters, in a period of approximately two and a half hours. 

What you will be able to know 

The first thing you should know is that Española Island is located at the southern end of the Galapagos archipelago and is one of the oldest islands. Today this island has no volcanic activity or volcanic cones. It stands out for its very flat topography. Because of its aridity and lack of freshwater sources, it is a paradise for seabirds. It also has an area of 60 km2 and an altitude of 206 meters above sea level. 

Española Island is the habitat where most of the 12 thousand pairs of albatrosses in the world reproduce, many of them nesting in the same tourist trails of the island, without fear of being disturbed. 

• The albatross colony is found in late March and early December, and is one of the most incredible sea birds discovered in Galapagos.

Masked boobies, whose nesting area differs from the blue-footed boobies, can also be observed. There are also tropical birds in their caves, colorful crabs that cover the expenses of black lava and multicolored swallow-tailed gulls.

During the walk along the island's trails you will encounter marine iguanas and lava lizards. 

Another attraction on Española Island is a kind of non-volcanic geyser. It corresponds to a tunnel in which waves of certain characteristics penetrate and finally come out through a spout, rising to a height of 20 meters to melt in the breeze, in a fine drizzle. Along the cliffs there is a spectacular view and at the same time air currents that will shake you.

Española Island is known for its natural beauty and is considered a birdwatcher's paradise. Don't miss the opportunity to get to know this wonderful Galapagos island paradise with Daytours4u. Book now online this natural adventure!

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