Activity Santa Cruz, Ecuador
North Seymour and Bachas or Mosquera Beach Yacht Day Tour
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About this activity
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.
At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 20 people
- People per booking
- 1–20
- Guide
- English, Spanish
- Operated by
- Guiding Galapagos Expeditions
Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–17 years) · Adults (18–110 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Briefing and testing of equipment in our office the day before
- Included: Lunch
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
- Included: Long wetsuit
- Included: Water taxi / Zodia from and to yacht
- Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
- Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: High quality snorkeling equipment provided by us in a practical bageshbag the day before the tour
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
- Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
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Stop 1
2 hours
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).
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Playa las Bachas
2 hours
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 point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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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
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We are located just a few steps from the pier; the best way to find us is through Google Maps: Guiding Galapagos Expeditions.
Pickup points
- Hotel Boutique Acacia Galapagos
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.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| If you cancel | You get back |
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| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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