Tag: galapagos
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Asilo de la Paz: inside Floreana’s historic pearl
Top viewpoints, wildlife, history, and landscapes from Floreana’s highlands Asilo de la Paz is Floreana’s historic highland site where the archipelago’s first settlers lived, centered on a freshwater spring and a network of caves. It is an inland natural attraction, consisting of a short trail, surrounded by a Scalesia forest, through which you will encounter…
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Los Tuneles Isabela Galapagos
Exploring the lava arches and snorkeling with Sea Horses Los Tuneles (also referred as Cabo Rosa, or The Tunnels in English) is a nature snorkeling spot on the south coast of Isabela Island, popular for its lava arches, underwater tunnels, and close encounters with sea turtles, reef sharks, sea lions, and Galapagos penguins. If you…
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Mann Beach – San Cristobal, Galapagos
Where sea lions rule the shore and sunsets steal the show Mann Beach (Playa Mann) is San Cristobal’s most popular and accessible beach, a 10‑minute walk from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno malecon, with facilities and frequent sea lion encounters, ideal for a relaxed beach day or snorkeling with wildlife. It sits just north of San Cristobal’s…
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La Loberia San Cristobal
Best beach for sea lions and snorkeling in the Galapagos La Loberia (literally “place of the sealions”) is a beach on the southwestern coast of San Cristobal Island (Galapagos) and is known for the close viewing of sealions and for being a good spot for snorkeling. The San Cristobal’s Loberia is the most celebrated of…
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Puerto Chino San Cristobal Galapagos Travel Guide
Tips, how to visit and combine with other landmarks Puerto Chino sits on San Cristobal Island, Galapagos, and is prized for its white sand, calm turquoise water, and abundant wildlife—sea lions, blue‑footed boobies, marine iguanas, and occasional turtles—making it ideal for swimming and snorkeling. There are two theories of why this beach is called “Puerto…
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Eating at the Galapagos as a tourist
Top 10 tips for eating at the Galapagos as a tourist on a budget Visiting the Galapagos is certainly above-average price compared to other Ecuadorian and even international destinations. Most of those who aim at coming to this Archipielago are aware of this and willing to pay the price of first-hand knowing one the most…
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Top 10 tips for Visiting the Galapagos Islands (Part 2)
What Every Traveler Should Know Planning my trips to the Galapagos Islands has been one of the most exciting experiences, for there . But with all this excitement also come many challenges, since this an unique destination that requires following specific rules, logistics, and conditions. This is the part 2 of the top 10 tips…
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Top 10 tips for Visiting the Galapagos Islands (Part 1)
What Every Traveler Should Know Planning my trips to the Galapagos Islands has been one of the most exciting experiences, for there . But with all this excitement also come many challenges, since this an unique destination that requires following specific rules, logistics, and conditions. Whether you are exploring Santa Cruz, San Cristbal, Isabela, Floreana,…
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Path of Octopuses, Floreana: The Scenic Coastal Trail You Can’t Miss
Discover volcanic landscapes, a hidden flamingo lagoon, and raw Galápagos beauty on this easy island hike A short, windswept coastal walk on Floreana that threads volcanic rock, a tiny flamingo lagoon, and dramatic ocean views — the Path of Octopuses (Sendero de los pulpos) is a quiet, short, off‑the‑beaten‑track trail perfect for wildlife lovers and…
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5 things to do in Isabela – Galapagos
The biggest island of the Galapagos has a wide range of activities to choose from, whether you be visiting it for just one day or for some more. From all the options available, I have chosen 5 activities which I consider to be a must if you come to Isabela, and here they are: Sierra…