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Departure time:
07h30 a.m
From:
San Cristobal Island
Duration: 8.5 hours
Navigation: 2 hours by road
Capacity of the boat:
12 people
Activities:
10% hike – 90% snorkelling
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07:00
At 7:00 you will have to go in the office to receive the necessary equipment for the activity.
07:20
Then, we will transfer to the pier of the island, where we take a boat. From there, we will head to the first point of visit, which is a White Rose.
08:30
We will come to White Rose, where we will be greeted by its beautiful white sandy beaches, which contrast with the turquoise waters of the place.
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We will make a short hike to admire the geological formations unique, such as tunnels of lava and volcanic structures. You'll be able to observe small gaps that are connected to the ocean and, during the tour, see sea turtles, reef sharks, sea lions and blue-footed boobies.
08:50
We will dive into the pool, where you can see immediately the reef sharks white tip resting at the bottom. This pool is shallow, with a depth that varies between 1 and 3 meters.
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This site offers a great opportunity to see stripes frying pan, fish, and octopuses camouflage themselves among the rocks. Immerse yourself in here is stunning, as you'll be able to find caves where they rest reef sharks, sea turtles and various species of rays.
10:30
We will make a brief stop in the islets of Punta Pitt, where we will sail around to see various sea birds fishing in the area, as the blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, frigate birds, and, with luck, we'll see red-footed boobies.
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At Punta Pitt, you can see pups sea lions waiting for the females to bring food. In addition, the site offers good fishing opportunities, and the guide to consult the group if they wish to make a demonstration of fishing, provided that all are in agreement.
11:00
We'll go to Bahia Sardina, about 20 minutes. Here we can rest in your white sand, or explore the surrounding area to observe marine iguanas, zayapas and other species. You can also snorkel in its crystal-clear waters, where an abundance of turtles, fish and rays.
12:30
After an entertaining snorkeling, the crew will wait for us with a delicious lunch while we contemplate the panoramic view of the bay.
13:00
We will drive to Cerro Brujo, about 25 minutes navigation, surrounded by formations of lava and volcanic rocks that show the volcanic activity of the islands. We will make a short walk through the caves to take advantage of the best funds for our photos in the memory.
13:50
We will go to Sleeping Lion, approximately 15 minutes away, to prepare for one of the snorkels most exciting of the islands. This is an ideal place to see hammerhead sharks, especially from July to October, when they are more common in the area.
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Sleeping lion, also known as Kicker Rock, is a volcanic formation composed of two towering rocks that rise steeply from the ocean. The waters surrounding Sleeping Lion are rich in biodiversity and are a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.
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Under the water, the rocks form a narrow channel that offers an underwater scenery spectacular, where you will be able to explore the cliffs submerged and find abundant marine life, among which stand out the beautiful rays and eels.
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Here you will be able to observe several species of sea turtles, mainly the green turtle and, occasionally, the hawksbill turtle. The green sea turtle can reach up to 1.5 m in length and weigh up to 200 kg Finally, at 3:30 approximately, we return to the boat, heading to Puerto Villamil.