Full Day Visit to the Plazas Islands
Navigate by yacht through the Itabaca Channel a few meters from Santa Cruz, and experience the North and South Plaza Islands. You will snorkel and see manta rays, zayapa crabs and many species of birds. Book now this ecological tour in Galapagos.
Type of service | Regular |
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Seasons | All year round |
Type of traveller | With kids, Backpackers, Couples |
Country | Ecuador |
Type of tour | Sightseeing Tours |
Associated destination | Destinations | Tours & Activities in Ecuador |
Full Day Visit to the Plazas Islands Includes:
- Pick up at the hotel and return to the dock in Puerto Ayora.
- Lunch
- Local guide
- Maritime transportation
- Snorkeling equipment
Every day
Departure: To be coordinated with the operator.
8 hours approx
Itinerary Full Day Visit to the Plazas Islands
We start the tour at 7:30 am from your hotel with a drive to the "Canal de Itabaca" pier and continue this itinerary on board the yacht.
The "Itabaca Channel" is composed of two crescent-shaped islands that lie just a few meters off the east coast of Santa Cruz.
On this Full Day tour in Islas Plaza you will have an attractive and colorful tour. The turquoise waters of the channel contrast with the bright white sand and black lava coastline. The rocks are covered with cactus in certain places, and the zayapa crab species stands out.
- North Island is only used for scientific purposes, while "South Plaza" (only 130 meters wide) is one of the smallest but richest of the archipelago. It was formed by volcanic magma, which gives it a unique quality of its kind.
The destination we will reach is the channel between "North Plaza" and "South Plaza", where the island unfolds next to the sea. We will gradually make our way to the highest part of the island, to the canyons. From here we will be able to observe the ocean to the south, where we can see nests of seagulls, tropical birds, masked boobies and blue-footed boobies that follow the wind currents. The place is wonderful for observing marine life, including manta rays. It is an ideal time to snorkel and be able to contemplate all the marine life that inhabits these waters. You will also have a perfect view of a colony of sea lions that number almost a thousand.
Once all the activities are done we will take you back to the dock.
Book now this full day tour to Islas Plazas with Daytours4u and discover the natural beauties that inhabit them.
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Important Notes
- Not included: gratuities and everything not specified in the program.
- Level of demand: medium
- Children policy: children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Dress code and recommendations: we recommend you wear comfortable clothes and shoes, water and sunscreen.