Major Daphne Island
Discover the magic of Daphne Major, an impressive crater of the island that is home to a rich variety of sea birds. Without disembark, you'll be able to watch from the boat unique species and dive into crystal clear waters to snorkel next to stingrays, turtles and sharks. Completes the experience of exploring Bay Borrero, home to endemic wildlife is unparalleled.
TOUR DETAILS
Departure time:
06h00 a.m or 07h00 p.m
From:
Puerto Ayora – Itabaca Channel
Duration: 10 hours
Navigation: 2 hours by road
Capacity of the yacht:
16 people
Activities:
80% hike – 20% snorkelling
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learn about our travel
07:00
All passengers will be collected from the different hotels, to head towards the canal Itabaca.
Duration: 40 minutes
08:00
When you reach the Canal Itabaca we will take a zodiac boat or a water taxi to take us to the boat, and to go to isla Daphne Major, located north of Santa Cruz, to start our adventure in search of sea birds in their natural habitat.
10:00
We will sail around this impressive crater, watching some species such as blue-footed boobies, frigate birds and other coastal birds that nest on its cliffs.
10:30 to 12:00
Get ready for an underwater experience along with rays, reef fish, sea turtles and sharks in the crystal clear waters full of life.
12:30
After an enjoyable walk, we returned to the boat to sail to our next destination Bay Borrero.. Before you leave, the staff will wait for us with a delicious lunch, accompanied by the landscape.
13:30
We will perform our last visit, and disembark in the Bay Borrero to explore this beautiful bay, where we will seek to endemic species such as herons, lava gulls, pelicans, and rally light foot crabs.
RETURN
We embarked for the return, enjoying the view of the marina, while we conclude our tour by the natural charms of Daphne Major and Bay Borrero. We will arrive at approximately 17:00 hours.