Bay Tour in Academy Bay | |
Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz
• PRODUCT CODE: 9551 • PHYSICAL LEVEL ➔ |
3 hours approx. | English & Spanish | Shared
The Bay Tour in Academy Bay departs from at Puerto Ayora's Main Pier, where you'll be treated to sights of seabirds nesting on the cliffs surrounding the bay, including blue footed boobies, pelicans, and more. The journey continues with a visit to the Love Channel or "Canal del Amor" in Spanish.
Next, immerse yourself in the turquoise waters for an exploration of the underwater marvels. Then, onto Los Perros Beach, named after a locally known crab "perro", where you can spot marine iguanas, lava lizards, and many other endemic animals. Following this, the tour proceeds to the renowned Las Grietas, an ideal spot for swimming and observing colorful fish in the mix of fresh and saltwater nestled amidst cliffs.
Highlights | Whitetip Reef Shark|Brown Pelican|Magnificent Frigatebird|Great Frigatebird|Blue Footed Booby|Galapagos Sea Lion|Green Sea Turtle|Blacktip Reef Shark |
Time Required | You will need a half a day in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz to take this service. |
Usual Pick up* | ~ 08:30 - 09:30 *This service is Shared and has different carriers/providers. Pick up or meeting times vary between them. |
Vessel Type | Dayboat |
Important Information | Bring to the tour: Swim suit, water, camera, hiking shoes, cap/hat, insect repellent, sunglasses and sunscreen. |
- Snack
- Snorkel Gear
- Towel
- Naturalist Guide
- Extra Beverages
- Wetsuit
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Tips
Different Carriers/providers •
Not Wheelchair Accessible •
Not Recommended For People With Serious Medical Conditions •
Not Recommended For Pregnant Women •
Not Recommended For Newborns •
Minimum Recommended Age Is 2 Years Old •
Prone To Seasickness •
Smoking Is Forbidden •
Vaping Is Forbidden.