North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour

5.0 (7 reviews) Santa Cruz, Ecuador
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Duration8h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore one of the most wildlife-rich islands in the Galapagos aboard a comfortable and well-equipped yacht designed to offer a smooth and relaxing sailing. Enjoy delicious meals on board, the attention of a friendly and experienced crew, and the guidance of a certified naturalist who will bring the landscape and its fascinating creatures to life.

Before the tour, you will be given a detailed briefing so that you are fully prepared for the day. During the excursion, you can discover the fascinating underwater world of the archipelago by practicing snorkeling, using an exclusive high-end equipment of renowned brands such as Cressi and Scubapro.

This tour combines unforgettable wildlife encounters – such as blue-footed boobies, frigates, yellow terrestrial iguanas, sea lions and marine species – with comfort, security and expert guidance, making it the ideal choice for those who want to experience the best of the Galapagos.

What's included

  • Briefing and testing of equipment in our office the day before
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Long wetsuit
  • Water taxi / Zodia from and to yacht
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • High quality snorkeling equipment provided by us in a practical bageshbag the day before the tour
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. 2h
    After a bus ride to the Itabaca Canal, you will set sail on a comfortable yacht. This tour begins with a one-hour sailing to North Seymour Island, located north of Santa Cruz.

    The island’s landscape is unique and features dry Palo Santo trees and cacti, home to nesting blue-footed boobies, forked-tailed gulls on cliffs and large colonies of frigates – some displaying their vibrant red bag during mating season – plus stunning yellow land iguanas and more sea lions.

    After an exploration hike of about 2 to 2.5 hours around the island along with your nature guide and a freshly prepared and delicious lunch on board, you will head to Las Bachas Beach (or, according to the yacht itinerary, on some days to Mosquera Beach).
  2. Playa las Bachas
    2h
    After lunch and a short sailing (the order of the two sites can also be the other way around, depending on the itinerary the National Park gives for this day).

    This beautiful white sand beach is ideal for snorkeling. In its calm and crystal clear waters, you will see reef sharks, tropical fish and hopefully flamingos feeding in the nearby lagoon.
    Depending on the conditions and the group, they may also snorkel directly from the zodiac.

    This tour offers a unique combination of wildlife, stunning scenery and marine exploration – all on an unforgettable day in the Galapagos.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are located just a few steps from the pier; the best way to find us is through Google Maps: Guiding Galapagos Expeditions.

End point

We are located just a few steps from the pier; the best way to find us is through Google Maps: Guiding Galapagos Expeditions.

Pickup details

We will pick you up directly from your hotel or meet you at our office (just a few steps away) to accompany you to the meeting point.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0 (7)

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