Floreana Island: History and Wildlife Encounter

Embark on a thrilling full-day tour to Floreana Island and uncover the secrets of the Cave of Pirates and Punta Cormorant. Discover the rich history and diverse wildlife, including blue-footed boobies, sea turtles, and white-finned sharks.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Malecon de Puerto Ayora - The guide will meet you in the hotel lobby (hotel pick-up available within the urban area of Puerto Ayora) or provide a convenient meeting point to join the group.
  • Floreana - This wonderful excursion departs from the City of Puerto Ayora on a comfortable and well-equipped ferry to Puerto Velasco Ibarra in Floreana….
What's Included
  • Snorkeling equipment included (mask and fins)
  • Complimentary lunch
  • Hotel pickup within Puerto Ayora’s urban perimeter
  • Transportation provided
  • Expert guidance from a professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Breakfast
  • Food and drinks (Unless specified)
  • Hotel Drop off
  • Wet suits is not included you must rent by yourself if you decide
  • Water taxis & local taxes
Additional Information

The tour sets off from Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz, and we’ll explore the key site of Floreana island, a location rich in history, discovered in 1535. It is renowned for its past with whalers and pirates, and noteworthy tales like the baroness’s arrival, which render the island an intriguing destination for discovery.
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Location
Puerto Ayora
The guide will pick you up in the lobby of the hotel, (Hotel pick up inside the urban perimeter of Puerto Ayora) or we can give you a good meeting point to join with us.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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394genesiss
Mar 26, 2024
100% recommended - Super nice experience, this full day left me exhausted but it was the best, snorkeling and seeing all the fauna is the best
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Lisa_m
Oct 3, 2024
This tour does not go to Punta Cormorant. - The Floreana tour was fine- snorkeling, lunch, hike. It was a little difficult to change into dry clothes on the beach in front of everyone. The main reason for my 3 star review is the Punta Cormorant part of the tour doesn't exist. It's not the tour company's fault- it's a false listing from Viator. Tour companies are not even authorized to go to Punta Cormorant. Please be aware if you book this tour that you are only going to Floreana Island on a ferry and decide if it's worth the price. You're probably better off booking from an agency when you arrive in Santa Cruz.
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Michelle_t
Apr 7, 2024
Nice tour but bring extra cash - The tour was OK, our guide grew up in Floreana and was very knowledgeable. It was interesting to visit that island and to get an idea of their way of life. If you're looking for good snorkeling, there are better places to see. There is a sea lion colony nearby so there is a good chance to see some swimming, but not much else in the way of fish (we did see a turtle though). I understand that conditions can be variable, but this was my perspective from the day we visited. The boat ride over is on the ferry. I think that the tour description needs to be more explicit about where you will need some extra cash. There are port fees and water taxi fees, and I kid you not, a fee to use the toilets by the port. Lunch is provided but if you need extra snacks and water along the way you will need to plan for that.
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Flyer757337
Nov 5, 2022
DO NOT book with this tour company!! - Here’s why: 1. The per person price through TripAdvisor is $246. The day after our tour, we walked by their office and asked what the price would be and was told $125 -- $100 if we book for the next day. 2. The tour description is misleading or inaccurate! It gives the impression that you’ll be on a private boat and says “We will have lunch on board…” The reality is that it’s an old water taxi and others outside of the tour were passengers. Lunch was at a restaurant on the island. They also say “This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers” when our group had 18 participants. 3. The boat ride itself was very rough with a constant smell of exhaust fumes – good thing we had Dramamine! 4. We had 5 minutes to change into our wetsuits at the restaurant, in full view of everyone. Good thing I wore my good boxer briefs! 5. Our guide was completely unmotivated! He would also walk way ahead of the group sometimes rather than provide any explanations or make sure that everyone was safe. On positive note: 1. The snorkeling and sights on Floreana were worth a visit. 2. The restaurant food was delicious.
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Ananthasekar_p
Jun 20, 2023
Floreana islands - Terrible boat ride. Not many wild life. Not worth visiting. Guide was not efficient. Boat was small and hot and also ride back was dangerous.
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From $253
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).