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 Roca Union, a small islet in the open sea where watching majestic pelicans, blue-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, and occasionally sea lions resting on the rocks makes for a terrific experience. The second and main spot is Los Tuneles, where you can observe blue-footed boobies, pelicans, and frigatebirds amid a wonderful volcanic landscape. It offers an opportunity to see green sea turtles while walking along volcanic arches that are millions of years old. Access to Los Tuneles is subject to sea conditions. Cabo Rosa’s crystal-clear, shallow waters make it a perfect place for snorkeling with sea turtles, white-tipped sharks, trumpetfish, surgeonfish, marine iguanas, sea lions, golden rays, penguins, sea snakes, seahorses, and many other 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 snorkeling
Transportation: speed boat