Santa Cruz Island
Bartolome Island Tour
A signature shared expedition to Bartolome Island with naturalist guidance and marine transport.
Visual Day-by-Day Route
Expedition Itinerary
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Iconic Bartolome Island Summit & Sullivan Bay Snorkeling
Iconic Bartolome Island Summit & Sullivan Bay Snorkeling
Early pickup from Puerto Ayora across Santa Cruz to the Itabaca Channel. Sail north past Daphne Major toward Bartolome Island. Ascend the wooden summit boardwalk (375 steps) through a surreal spatter-cone landscape to reach the most famous panoramic viewpoint in the Galapagos overlooking Pinnacle Rock and Sullivan Bay.
Zodiac cruise along coastal volcanic ledges to spot rare Galapagos penguins perched above the surf. Slip into the crystal-clear emerald cove of Pinnacle Rock for premier snorkeling alongside green sea turtles, white-tip reef sharks, and playful sea lions. Return to the yacht for a hot lunch, then sail past Sullivan Bay’s black pahoehoe lava flows.
Daily routing may be adjusted by the Galapagos National Park authority or vessel captain according to weather and sea conditions.
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Included in this plan
- Maritime & land transport
- Certified Galapagos Naturalist Guide
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel & fins)
- Hot lunch on board
Not included / confirm separately
- Wetsuit (optional rental)
- Personal insurance
- Gratuities for crew and guide