Early in the morning, you will be collected at the hotel located in Isabela at 7:15 am or 11:10 am, then from Puerto Villamil Pier you will embark on a must-do trip to one of the most biodiverse sites in the Galapagos, Los Tuneles -or The Tunnels in English- also known as Cabo Rosa. They are unique geological formations, a series of arcs and tunnels underneath and above the water, located 1 hour riding from Puerto Villamil Pier. The first spot is in Roca Union, a small islet located in the open sea were watching majestic pelicans, blue footed boobies and Nazca Boobies and, occasionally, sea lions resting on the rocks makes a terrific journey. The second and main spot is in Los Tuneles where you will be allowed to explore blue footed boobies, pelican, frigate birds and it is a wonderful volcano landscape view. It offers you an exclusive time to see green marine turtles while you are walking along the millions of years volcano arcs. Los Tuneles site access is subject to the sea condition. Cabo Rosa, its crystal-clear and shallow waters make a perfect place to snorkelling with sea turtles, white-tipped sharks, trumpetfish, surgeon fish, marine iguanas, sea lions, golden rays, penguins, sea snakes, quiet sea horses, and more variety of species. Hot box lunch will be served aboard.
It is recommended to wear a wetsuit in order to neutralize the sea temperature, because it falls below 20ºC from June to November and it is up to 27ºC from December to May.
Departure: pick up at the hotel located in Isabela at 7:15 am or 11:10 am.
Returning time: first turn at approximately 1: 00 pm; second turn, at approximately 4:00 pm
Travel Time: speed boat ride takes around 1 hour (August – October the seas can be quite rough). Adventurers with back or neck injuries are not advised to take this journey.
Difficulty Level: intermediate
Highlight activity: walking and snorkelling
Transport: speed boat