Highlights / General details

A tour to South Plaza Island puts you face to face with Sea Lion pups, Land Iguanas, Sally Lightfoot Crabs, and various nesting sea birds. South Plaza Island is half of a pair of islets off the east coast of Santa Cruz. The channel between the two islands provides the perfect haven for California Sea Lion pups. In fact, South Plaza has one of the largest Sea Lion colonies in the entire Galapagos Archipelago. Often you can see bulls defending their harems in the azure waters of the channel. On land, you can see Red and Yellow Land Iguanas, Swallow-tailed Gulls, Red-billed Tropicbirds, Audubon’s Shearwaters, Nazca and Blue-footed Boobies, Frigates and more. On the return cruise you will stop for a snorkel just outside of the Ithabaca Canal, a refreshing way to end this interesting day tour.

Inclusion

Local English speaking guide; Transportation from Santa Cruz; Lunch; Snorkel equipment.

Exclusion

Additional food; Items of personal nature; Gratuities.

Hours of operation

Available daily; Departs at 7:30am.

Duration

Approximately 7 hours.

Location

Pick up and drop off from Santa Cruz hotels.

Additional Information

We suggest wearing comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes and a hat.

Galapagos's climate is variable so it is recommended to use sun block for sunny days.

Please bring your camera because you’re sure to have special memories.

Participant restrictions

Children of age 5 and younger will not be permitted to participate.

Policies

Please be ready 15 minutes prior the pickup schedule time at the lobby of your hotel.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**