ISABELA ISLAND · SNORKELING EXPEDITION

Los Túneles

Explore one of Isabela Island’s most extraordinary marine landscapes: volcanic lava arches, crystal-clear waters and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Duration6 hours
Group sizeMax 12 persons
BoatStandard boat
Meeting pointPuerto Villamil
7:30 AM–1:30 PM · 11:30 AM–5:30 PM

Activity balance

Snorkeling & wildlife75%
Lava formations25%

ISABELA’S MOST UNIQUE MARINE ADVENTURE

Lava tunnels, sea turtles & incredible wildlife

Discover Los Túneles, one of the most spectacular snorkeling locations in the Galápagos. Ancient lava flows created a maze of natural arches, tunnels and calm turquoise pools that shelter an extraordinary variety of marine wildlife.

Navigate Isabela’s volcanic coastline and encounter sea turtles, seahorses, rays, white-tip reef sharks, marine iguanas, tropical fish and blue-footed boobies with a local naturalist guide.

EXPEDITION ITINERARY

Your day at a glance

  1. Hotel pick-up & departure

    Hotel pick-up in Puerto Villamil at approximately 11:30 AM, followed by transfer to the pier and boarding for the navigation toward Los Túneles.

  2. Volcanic tunnels & wildlife

    Explore the lava arches and volcanic formations that give Los Túneles its name. Look for blue-footed boobies, marine iguanas and other native Galápagos wildlife.

  3. Snorkeling adventure

    Snorkel in calm, crystal-clear water among submerged lava formations. Look for sea turtles, seahorses, rays, white-tip reef sharks and schools of colorful tropical fish.

  4. Lunch & return

    Enjoy lunch during the excursion before navigating back to Puerto Villamil. Return at approximately 5:30 PM.

Included

  • Local naturalist guide
  • Boat transportation
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Lunch included
  • Hotel pick-up in Puerto Villamil

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Extra soft drinks
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Services not specified

What to bring

  • Swimsuit & towel
  • UV protection
  • Sunscreen, hat & sunglasses
  • Camera or underwater camera
  • Reusable water bottle
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