Española Island Tour
The kingdom of the Galápagos albatross
The experience
Española is the southernmost and one of the oldest islands in the archipelago; millions of years of isolation turned it into a laboratory of unique species. It is the only place on Earth where the Galápagos albatross nests (April to December).
The Punta Suárez trail passes between colonies of Nazca and blue-footed boobies, red and green marine iguanas, and the famous blowhole: a fissure that throws the sea 25 metres into the sky.
Galápagos albatross
From April to December the entire world population of this species nests on Española; its courtship dance is unique.
The blowhole
A lava fissure that fires jets of seawater up to 25 metres against the cliff.
Christmas iguanas
Española's marine iguanas wear intense reds and greens found nowhere else.
How is the day spent?
A day on this tour
Indicative itinerary — it may change with the tide, the weather and National Park rules.
Sailing to Española
Early departure from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (±2 hours of sailing).
Punta Suárez
Guided walk of ±2h30 over rocky ground: albatrosses, boobies, iguanas and the blowhole.
Lunch on board
Lunch as we sail towards Gardner Bay.
Gardner Bay
White-sand beach with sea lions and snorkelling beside Gardner islet.
Return
Sailing back to port.
What's included?
- Certified naturalist guide (Spanish/English)
- Lunch on board and snacks
- Snorkelling gear
- Towels provided
- Transfer to the boarding point
Not included
- Soft drinks and extras on board
- Galápagos National Park entrance fee and TCT card (current rates on request)
- Tips (optional)
What to pack
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Cap and sunglasses
- Swimwear and a change of clothes
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera or phone in a waterproof case
- Seasickness tablets (strongly recommended)
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