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Totuga Bay, Puerto Ayora
Totuga Bay
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Ranked #1 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 86 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Galapagos Beach (Tortuga Bay), Puerto Ayora
Galapagos Beach (Tortuga Bay)
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Ranked #2 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Los Tuneles, Puerto Villamil
Los Tuneles
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Ranked #3 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Attraction type  Other
Galapagos Underwater Exploration, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Galapagos Underwater Exploration
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Ranked #4 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Galapagos Underwater.It all started in the sea. Exploration - Conservation - Education. Diving Education &... more » Owner description: Galapagos Underwater.It all started in the sea. Exploration - Conservation - Education. Diving Education & Certifications.Galápagos Underwater is located in the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno the perfect place for your San Cristóbal diving experience. The pacific sea is home to the bountiful wonders of colorful, diverse coral reefs and marine life.All our scuba diving courses and certifications are PADI certified – the most recognized dive training organization in the world. This is your ticket to a lifetime of intrepid adventure and the Galápagos Underwater sets that standards in the global diving community. As a certified PADI diver you will be allowed to dive San Cristóbal and worldwide. « less
Attraction type  Water Sports; Reefs
Galapagos Natural Life Archipell II
Galapagos Natural Life Archipell II
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Ranked #5 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Ships
Puerto Chino Beach, San Cristobal
Puerto Chino Beach
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Ranked #6 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  888.7 miles from city centre
Sierra Negra Volcano, Isabela
Sierra Negra Volcano
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Ranked #7 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Volcanos
Las Grietas, Puerto Ayora
Las Grietas
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Ranked #8 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4 of 5 stars 69 reviews
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Las Loberias, San Cristobal
Ranked #9 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado, San Cristobal
Ranked #10 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Concha de Perla, Puerto Villamil
Concha de Perla
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Ranked #11 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Las Tintoreras, Puerto Villamil
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Ranked #12 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Islands
Administracion Turistica del Parque Nacional Galapagos
Administracion Turistica del Parque Nacional Galapagos
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Ranked #13 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: The Galapagos National Park Directorate works to promote sustainable tourism in protected areas of Galapagos with a regional... more » Owner description: The Galapagos National Park Directorate works to promote sustainable tourism in protected areas of Galapagos with a regional perspective, that ensures the conservation of ecological integrity and biodiversity of the archipelago and to contribute to an equitable socioeconomic development and solidarity of the local population. « less
Attraction type  National Parks
Charles Darwin Research Station, Puerto Ayora
Charles Darwin Research Station
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Ranked #14 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4 of 5 stars 175 reviews
Owner description: Headed by a team of more than two hundred scientists, educators, research volunteers and support staff, this world-wide... more » Owner description: Headed by a team of more than two hundred scientists, educators, research volunteers and support staff, this world-wide foundation is dedicated to preserving the Galapagos ecosystems. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  6307.0 miles from city centre
Lagoon El Junco, San Cristobal
Ranked #15 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
El Garrapatero, Puerto Ayora
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Ranked #16 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Beaches
Galapagos Sub Aqua, Puerto Ayora
Galapagos Sub Aqua
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Ranked #17 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
The Wall of Tears, Puerto Villamil
Ranked #18 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Darwin & Wolf Islands
Darwin & Wolf Islands
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Ranked #19 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Wolf and Darwin Islands, sometimes called Wenman and Culpepper, are two eroded volcanos located on a volcanic ridge.
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  6307.0 miles from city centre
Dragon Hill (Cerro Dragon), Santa Cruz
Dragon Hill (Cerro Dragon)
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Ranked #20 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
This portion of Santa Cruz is so named because it is inhabited by many iguanas.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  888.7 miles from city centre
Canal de Itabaca, Santa Cruz
Canal de Itabaca
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Ranked #21 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
4 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  888.7 miles from city centre
Academy Bay Dive Center, Puerto Ayora
Academy Bay Dive Center
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Ranked #22 of 29 Attractions in Galapagos Islands
3.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Darwin Island
Owner description: This isolated island is best known for its “big animal” diving – it is considered one of the whale shark capitals of the... more » Owner description: This isolated island is best known for its “big animal” diving – it is considered one of the whale shark capitals of the world. « less
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  6307.0 miles from city centre
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Wolf Island
Owner description: Only inhabited by sea birds, this isolated island features quiet waters in its bay (formed by the island’s caldera), which... more » Owner description: Only inhabited by sea birds, this isolated island features quiet waters in its bay (formed by the island’s caldera), which makes it a great place for underwater diving and snorkeling. « less
Attraction type  Islands
Distance  6307.0 miles from city centre
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Opturga S.a.
Opturga S.a.
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Owner description: Welcome to OPTURGA S.A.. We are a family owned company based in San Cristòbal Island, Galapagos. We are not a travel agency... more » Owner description: Welcome to OPTURGA S.A.. We are a family owned company based in San Cristòbal Island, Galapagos. We are not a travel agency working on commission, but a tour operator who knows the Galapagos Islands better than anyone. Our Island Hopping tours offer programs of 6, 8 and 10 days. You will be traveling with a reputable and responsible travel company who has been leading tours in the Galapagos for 6 years. All details of your tour in the Galapagos are planned and carried out by our staff and we own and operate the boat that will bring you to each island.This company is run by Roberto Naranjo a resident born in Galapagos that has been working for more tan 13 years as a naturalist guide certified by the Galapagos National park service and a Dive Master. All tours are accompanied by a knowledgeable, bilingual naturalist guide who has been trained by the Natational Park Service. Your guide will share his knowledge of the Galapagos natural and human history and show you all the wonders of this natural paradise. « less
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
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Kicker Rock - Leon Dormido, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Darwin Trail, Genovesa
Owner description: Beginning at Darwin Bay Beach, this nature hiking trail leads to many seabird colonies, most notably those of the Red-footed... more » Owner description: Beginning at Darwin Bay Beach, this nature hiking trail leads to many seabird colonies, most notably those of the Red-footed and Masked Boobies, while passing by many cliffs and tide pools along the way. « less
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
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Darwin Bay, Genovesa
Owner description: Teeming with wildlife, this scenic bay is named for Charles Darwin, the famous scientist and naturalist who created the... more » Owner description: Teeming with wildlife, this scenic bay is named for Charles Darwin, the famous scientist and naturalist who created the Origin of Species theory. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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Cousin's Rock, Santiago
Owner description: Located off the north coast of Santiago Island, this underwater site offers divers the opportunity to view sea lions and... more » Owner description: Located off the north coast of Santiago Island, this underwater site offers divers the opportunity to view sea lions and morays up-close. « less
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Distance  6307.0 miles from city centre
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