Course overview

See the Galapagos' famous marine life without scuba on a guided snorkelling trip from Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island. At calm, sheltered sites such as Santa Fe and the bays around Pinzon, snorkellers regularly swim with playful sea lions, green turtles, rays and reef fish in clear, shallow water. No experience or certification is required, making it perfect for families and non-divers.

What you’ll learn

• Use a mask, snorkel and fins comfortably
• Breathe and float relaxed on the surface
• Clear water from your mask and snorkel
• Observe sea lions, turtles and rays responsibly
• Snorkel safely with a guide in calm bays

Prerequisites

• No experience or swimming certification required
• Basic water confidence recommended
• Suitable for all ages and families
• Flotation aids available for weaker swimmers

What's included · What's not

Probability of sightings · month-by-month

What you're likely to see each month, based on historic operator logs.

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day1
   Guided snorkel day

   Morning boat departure from Puerto Ayora to sheltered sites like Santa Fe or Pinzon, with guided snorkelling among sea lions, turtles and rays, lunch on board and a calm return.

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