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Cerro Mesa Reserve and Garrapatero beach day trip
Santa Cruz Island,
Ecuador
Overview
Duration
8h
Languages
English, Spanish
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect
Explore Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve, admire the views of the island and native species.You'll leave Puerto Ayora to the higher part of Santa Cruz Island, where you'll take your bike to get to the Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve. You'll cycle along the roads admiring the local flora and fauna, plus the spectacular view of the island and its surroundings from the viewpoint.The next stop is Garrapatero beach, where you'll have a picnic on the shore and have the rest of the afternoon to enjoy the beach and spot some of the native species, such as flamingos and mallards in a nearby lagoon, where you can also rent a kayak for an additional cost. At the arranged time, you'll return to Puerto Ayora.
What to remember
Important info
- The tour departs from the following hotels: MWC, Flamingo, Red Booby, Mainao, Galápagos Suites, Fernandina, Villa Laguna, Isla Sol, Sol y Mar, Angermeyer, Royal Palm. If your hotel is not listed, the meeting point will be Hotel Maidith White Cove (Cucuve y Floreana)
- Please contact the local operator at least 24 hours prior to your tour to verify your pickup time and location. You will find their contact information in the voucher after booking
- You can choose between taking the tour by bicycle or vehicle
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
What's included
Bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English). Pick-up and drop-off from selected hotels. Picnic
What's not included
Entrance fees to Galapagos National Park and Ingala (USD 120 per person). Kayak rental. Additional food and drinks
Know Before You Go
Highlights
Take a bike ride in the Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve. Marvel at the spectacular view of the island. Enjoy a picnic on Garrapatero beach
Operating days
See calendar
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until 3 days in advance
Provider
Gray Line Ecuador
Meeting Point
- Pickup available from the following hotels: MWC, Flamingo, Red Booby, Mainao, Galápagos Suites, Fernandina, Villa Laguna, Isla Sol, Sol y Mar, Angermeyer, Royal Palm. If your hotel is not listed, the meeting point will be Hotel Maidith White Cove (Cucuve y Floreana)
- Please contact the local operator at least 24 hours prior to your tour to verify your pickup time and location. You will find their contact information in the voucher after booking
- Please remember that the entrance fee to Galapagos National Park and Ingala (USD 120 per person) is not included