It is a small island of 24 square kilometers in the center of Galapagos.
Geologically it is one of the oldest.
The vegetation of the island is characterized by shrubs and palo santo trees.
Santa Fe is home to an endemic species: the Barrington land iguana
A large number of sea lions are found on the beaches of the bay
Departure place
hotel pick up
Days of operation: from Monday to Sunday
Itinerary
Day 1
Santa Fe
Departure from your hotel at 7:30 AM to transfer you to the Puerto Ayora dock, when boarding the yacht you will have approximately 40 minutes of navigation.
Upon arrival, you will disembark at Santa Fe Island, which is a central island surrounded by an incredible bay of turquoise water!
This island is protected by a natural barrier of rocks, over which colonies of sea lions and hawks can be seen flying overhead.
Upon disembarking on the island you will be able to appreciate sea lions resting on the beach around you, you will continue on a walk in which you will be able to observe two species of land iguanas that are only found within this island, whose main food is the leaves and fruits of the large and thick cacti which are also a great attraction of this island, since it has giant cacti in all its surroundings.
The bay in its entire length and width is an excellent place for swimming and snorkeling. Sea turtles, rays, wolves, fish and the warm, crystal clear water are unique attractions.
Santa Fe Island (also called Barrington) is an Ecuadorian island that is part of the archipelago of the Galapagos Islands.
It is located in the center of them; It is the eleventh for its extension, having an area of 24 km² and a maximum altitude of 259 m. Geologically it is one of the oldest, since volcanic rocks of around four million years old have been found.
There is a landing site located in Barrington Bay on the northeast side of the island. Large numbers of sea lions are found on the beaches of this bay.
It was named in honor of the Capitulations of Santa Fe, signed on April 17, 1492, in which Christopher Columbus was granted the titles of Major Admiral of the Ocean Sea, Viceroy and Governor General of the lands he discovered, the right of shortlist in the appointments of regidores and the tenth or 10% of all the merchandise that will be negotiated in the Indies.
Includes
lunch
Bilingual guide
Water
Snorkeling Equipment (Mask, Tube and Fins)
Not included
wetsuit
tip
Activities
Water activities (included)
Boat rides (included)
Guided visits (included)
Notes
To comply with this tour, you must be on Santa Cruz Island (Puerto Ayora) one day before departure.
