Isabela Island

Tintoreras Islets

A signature shared expedition to Tintoreras Islets with naturalist guidance and marine transport.

Featured Encounter · Tintoreras Islets

Island Highlights & Scenery

Duration Full Day Expedition

Departure Depart from Isabela Island

Activity Level Moderate · Walking & Snorkeling

Guiding Bilingual Naturalist Guide (Level III)

Meals Included Trail snacks & water

Visual Day-by-Day Route

Expedition Itinerary

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DAY 01

Bay of Puerto Villamil, Isabela Island Mineral water · Energy snacks on boat

Las Tintoreras Islets Shark Crevasse & Turquoise Bay Snorkel

Morning Exploration

Board a small boat at Puerto Villamil pier for a scenic navigation across the bay. Spot Galapagos penguins perched on volcanic rocks and blue-footed boobies plunge-diving. Disembark on the jagged basalt islet of Tintoreras for an interpretive guided walk.

Afternoon & Activities

Peer directly into the famous volcanic fissure where dozens of white-tip reef sharks (tintoreras) rest peacefully in crystal-clear water. Observe the largest marine iguana colony in Isabela. Gear up for fantastic snorkeling in a sheltered turquoise bay with curious sea lion pups, Pacific green turtles, and colorful rays.

Key Encounters:

White-tip Shark CrevasseMarine Iguana ColoniesGalapagos PenguinsPlayful Sea LionsProtected Snorkel Bay

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)
Water & trail snacks

Not included / confirm separately

Wetsuit (optional rental)
Personal insurance
Gratuities for crew and guide