
Day 15: Adventure, nature and ecotourism

ECUADOR | Coastal arid zone
Diversity of ecosystems that allow the observation of emblematic species
In the morning after breakfast, we begin the day with a walk from the hotel to the entrance of the ecological trail that will take us to Tortuga Bay Beach, surrounded by abundant native vegetation, takes approximately 40-minute walk. Upon arrival, you'll discover one of the most stunning beaches in the Galápagos with white sand and mangroves on its sides.
We'll spend time relaxing at Playa Mansa, a calm bay where you can go snorkelling. You may see fish, marine iguanas, and sea lions. Afterwards, we'll return to Puerto Ayora by boat (included).
In the afternoon, we'll walk to the pier for a short boat ride of approximately 15 to 20 minutes as we begin our open sea tour of the bay. We will visit Shark Channel, where you can observe harmless white-tipped reef sharks. Next, we will visit the Crystal-clear Waters of Love Channel, Dog Beach, and Salt Mines, followed by Las Grietas, a sea inlet located between two cliffs. The final stop is Punta Estrada beach, where we may stay until sunset.
🚗 Return to the hotel
Recommendation: bring towels and snorkelling gear from the hotel
Includes Breakfast.
Day does not include other meals.
DESTINATIONS
AM
📍 Walk from the hotel to the ecological trail entrance
🚶♂️ Trail walk to Tortuga Bay
🏖️ Snorkel at Playa Mansa
PM
📍 Walk to the pier for a boat tour of the bay
⛵ Boat ride through Shark Channel
🐟 Visit Love Channel and Dog Beach
🧂 Salt Mines
🌊 Las Grietas
🌅 Enjoy Punta Estrada Beach until sunset



