Isabela Island Tour from Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz Island

It was a wonderful experience. Sebastián, my guide on the island, was excellent and clearly loves nature, his place, and...

Barbara Soledad

Discover the largest Galapagos island on this day trip to Isabela Island and explore a paradise of volcanic landscapes, mesmerising turquoise seas and incredible wildlife.

Details

Duration

10 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Transport by speedboat
English–speaking guide
Snorkelling equipment
Lunch

Not included

Isabela Island port tax: 10USD for non–nationals, 5USD for locals

When to book

You can book up to 2 days in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Santa Fe Island & Playa Escondida Snorkelling Tour

Free cancellation

Santa Cruz Island Boat Tour

Free cancellation

Bartolomé Island Tour

Free cancellation

Meeting point

Puerto Ayora Pier, Isla Santa Cruz (7M2P+WW8)

Reviews of our customers

7.4

Very good 379 Travelers·33 reviews

July 23, 2026
Angela Cristina Gonzalez Perez
Colombia
The activities carried out on the island did not make up for the long boat trip from Santa Cruz. In the afternoon, a very short tour of a couple of no...
Is this useful?
May 15, 2026
Antqb
Madrid, Spain
Isla Isabel is a natural gem, and with this tour, you can experience part of its richness thanks to the efforts of the guides, who are true enthusiast...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
November 24, 2025
Barbara Soledad Caamaño
Córdoba, Argentina
It was a wonderful experience. Sebastián, my guide on the island, was excellent and clearly loves nature, his place, and his work. He showed me some t...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 16, 2024
Anónimo
Murcia, Spain
The only thing left for me to see were the penguins, which we were lucky enough to see, and the flamingos, which I saw in the pool, just a photo and t...
Is this useful?
August 9, 2024
Ana Maria
Milan, Italy
Very well organized tour, super punctual and very helpful. The captain of the boat, seeing me scared at the beginning of the activity of swimming with...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
October 6, 2024
Anonymous
Japan
At first, I hesitated to book because the reviews were not so good,.... but I chose it because it was much cheaper than other booking sites. However, ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
July 13, 2025
Cristian Mariano Albors
San Juan, Argentina
The guide, Mario, was excellent. He was very friendly, spoke slowly, and provided us with a wide variety of important information. The place was wonde...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
March 25, 2024
Alejandrino Diaz
Paraguay
Excellent activity. The tour includes all transfers even on the island, which is wonderful. Everything was very punctual and the service was very plea...
Is this useful?
January 9, 2024
Mario
Heredia, Costa Rica
Very beautiful island and super friendly staff
As a couple
Is this useful?
December 16, 2023
María Emilia Moreira
Uruguay
The tour was very good. As a suggestion, clarify that the guide is not at the Puerto Ayora dock, you take the ferry and the guide is at the exit of th...
Is this useful?

Show all reviews

Discover the largest Galapagos island on this day trip to Isabela Island and explore a paradise of volcanic landscapes, mesmerising turquoise seas and incredible wildlife.

Options

During the booking process, you'll be able to choose between the two options listed below. Both begin at the port of Puerto Ayora and include an English–speaking guide.

Isabela Island Tour

After meeting at the indicated time at the meeting point, we'll set sail on our speedboat. Hold on tight!

After a two-hour cruise, we'll arrive on Isabela Island, the largest of the Galapagos archipelago and one of the most volcanically active places in the world. Its distinctive volcanic landscapes will leave you speechless: striking dark-coloured rocks contrasting against the crystalline turquoise waters lapping its beaches.

First, we'll visit Puerto Villamil, a picturesque town known as a breeding ground for turtles. You'll have the opportunity to see up to five different species of giant land tortoises, as well as flamingos and marine iguanas up close.

After meeting the turtles, we'll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. With our batteries recharged, we'll head to Concha Perla, a small beach surrounded by mangroves, where sea lions and turtles freely dwim in the turquoise waters.

Finally, we'll return to the speedboat to take you back to Santa Cruz after 11 hours of adventure!

Isabela Island Tour + Tintoreras Excursion

After meeting at the dock in Puerto Ayora, we'll board our speedboat for a tour of Tintoreras Bay - an area highly frequented by white-tip sharks, Galapagos penguins and blue-footed boobies!

At the bay, we'll snorkel in the calm waters so that we can colourful reef fish up close. We'll also visit the islet of Tintoreras to observe the sea birds - this is nature at it's best!

We'll then head to Isabela Pier to grab some food at a local restaurant. Once we've refuelled, we'll explore more of the island, enjoying the volcanic landscapes and fascinating ecosystem of Puerto Villamil, with its tortoises, flamingos, pelicans and peculiar Galapagos penguins.

Finally, we'll return to Santa Cruz after 11 hours.

Important information

Please note that on the day of the tour, there will be an added fee of 10USD for non-nationals (5USD for locals) for the use of the port in Isabela. Please bring this amount in cash.

7.4

Very good 379 Travelers·33 reviews

July 23, 2026
Angela Cristina Gonzalez Perez
Colombia
The activities carried out on the island did not make up for the long boat trip from Santa Cruz. In the afternoon, a very short tour of a couple of no...
Is this useful?
May 15, 2026
Antqb
Madrid, Spain
Isla Isabel is a natural gem, and with this tour, you can experience part of its richness thanks to the efforts of the guides, who are true enthusiast...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
November 24, 2025
Barbara Soledad Caamaño
Córdoba, Argentina
It was a wonderful experience. Sebastián, my guide on the island, was excellent and clearly loves nature, his place, and his work. He showed me some t...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 16, 2024
Anónimo
Murcia, Spain
The only thing left for me to see were the penguins, which we were lucky enough to see, and the flamingos, which I saw in the pool, just a photo and t...
Is this useful?
August 9, 2024
Ana Maria
Milan, Italy
Very well organized tour, super punctual and very helpful. The captain of the boat, seeing me scared at the beginning of the activity of swimming with...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
October 6, 2024
Anonymous
Japan
At first, I hesitated to book because the reviews were not so good,.... but I chose it because it was much cheaper than other booking sites. However, ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
July 13, 2025
Cristian Mariano Albors
San Juan, Argentina
The guide, Mario, was excellent. He was very friendly, spoke slowly, and provided us with a wide variety of important information. The place was wonde...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
March 25, 2024
Alejandrino Diaz
Paraguay
Excellent activity. The tour includes all transfers even on the island, which is wonderful. Everything was very punctual and the service was very plea...
Is this useful?
January 9, 2024
Mario
Heredia, Costa Rica
Very beautiful island and super friendly staff
As a couple
Is this useful?
December 16, 2023
María Emilia Moreira
Uruguay
The tour was very good. As a suggestion, clarify that the guide is not at the Puerto Ayora dock, you take the ferry and the guide is at the exit of th...
Is this useful?

Show all reviews

Types of activities in Santa Cruz Island

Day trips Tour Packages Boat tours Guided tours and free tours

Other activities in Santa Cruz Island

Santa Fe Island & Playa Escondida Snorkelling Tour Ferry Between Santa Cruz + San Cristóbal Islands Isabela & Santa Cruz Boat Transfer Galapagos Airport Transfer Charles Darwin Research Station Tour Santa Cruz Bay Kayaking Santa Cruz Island Kayak Rental Cooking Class on Santa Cruz Island Santa Cruz Island Bike Tour Pinzón Island Snorkelling Activity

Discover the largest Galapagos island on this day trip to Isabela Island and explore a paradise of volcanic landscapes, mesmerising turquoise seas and incredible wildlife.

Options

During the booking process, you'll be able to choose between the two options listed below. Both begin at the port of Puerto Ayora and include an English–speaking guide.

Isabela Island Tour

After meeting at the indicated time at the meeting point, we'll set sail on our speedboat. Hold on tight!

Finally, we'll return to the speedboat to take you back to Santa Cruz after 11 hours of adventure!

Isabela Island Tour + Tintoreras Excursion

After meeting at the dock in Puerto Ayora, we'll board our speedboat for a tour of Tintoreras Bay - an area highly frequented by white-tip sharks, Galapagos penguins and blue-footed boobies!

At the bay, we'll snorkel in the calm waters so that we can colourful reef fish up close. We'll also visit the islet of Tintoreras to observe the sea birds - this is nature at it's best!

Finally, we'll return to Santa Cruz after 11 hours.

Important information

Please note that on the day of the tour, there will be an added fee of 10USD for non-nationals (5USD for locals) for the use of the port in Isabela. Please bring this amount in cash.

Isabela Island Tour