Lobo Island and Ochoa Beach

Ecuador

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From $223

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Every day

Schedule

8AM

Languages offered

English & Spanish

Duration

4 hrs

Transportation

Available

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Isla Lobos is a small islet located approximate 40 minutes from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. Is it home to various Galapagos birds, such as Blue-Footed Boobies, Nazca Boobies, and Frigate Birds, as well as a colony of Sea Lions and numerous Marine Iguanas. On this half-day trip you will disembark on the islet for an hour long interpreted walk around the island. Afterwards you will be able to snorkel in the protected bay nearby. Following a lunch onboard you will relocate to Ochoa Beach where you can wander the sand, snorkel some more or relax in the sun.

NOTE: The order of activities are subject to change due to marine conditions.

Moderate to Difficult (due to exposure and trail conditions) :
Unpaved trails with loose lava rock and sand. Dry-landing - boat to stone stairs. Wet-landing - boat to beach. Snorkeling from boat and beach.

Start time: varies
Duration: Half-Day
Origin: San Cristobol
Embarcation Point: Main Pier
Group Size: 16 max
Vessel Type: Motor Yatch
Activity level: Moderate
Sailing Distance: 45 min one way

What to Bring

Wind breaker, Sun glasses, suns cream, swim suit, waterproof camera, change of clothe, closed shoes and water.

What's included

Sea transport, Lunch on board, naturalist guide of the National Park Galapagos, snorkeling gear.

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