Tintoreras Islet

From$65 USD

Discover one of the most fascinating corners of Isabela. Just a few minutes from Puerto Villamil, Tintoreras Islet awaits you with volcanic landscapes and crystal-clear waters full of life.

The adventure begins with a walk along lava trails, where the landscape seems frozen in time and marine iguanas bask in the sun on the rocks. Then dive in for about 45 minutes of snorkeling. You can spot sharks, sea turtles, manta rays and fish in a thousand colors in one of the most extraordinary marine ecosystems on the planet.

Throughout the tour you'll be accompanied by highly trained guides and a crew attentive to every detail, so all you have to do is enjoy. Three hours of nature and wonder you'll remember forever.

Details

Duration

3 hours

Difficulty

Easy

Language

The activity takes place with a bilingual guide that speaks in English & Spanish.

Includes

Snorkeling gear
Wetsuit
Hotel–dock–hotel transfer
Bilingual naturalist guide

Excludes

Gratuities

Recommendations

Wear your swimsuit
Bring sun protection
Bring athletic footwear for short hikes
Underwater camera

Meeting point

Hotel pickup

Morning or afternoon departures

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations requested at least 60 days before the tour date are refunded the balance, retaining a 25% administration fee. With less than 60 days there is no refund. Passenger name changes are free up to 1 day (24 hours) before the tour. Date changes are free as long as they are requested at least 30 days in advance and the new date falls within the same calendar year. No-shows forfeit the full value with no refund or reschedule option.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. We collect you from your accommodation on Isabela and bring you back at the end. You can choose the morning or the afternoon departure; we'll send your exact pickup time in the confirmation email.

The 60-day policy still applies, and we can't make medical exceptions. However, tickets are transferable: you can send someone in your place at no cost by changing the passenger name up to 1 day (24 hours) before the tour.

No. The standard 60-day cancellation policy applies regardless of circumstances.

Yes, it's allowed. We recommend light, easy-to-eat food. Keep two important rules in mind: 1) All waste is your responsibility — please carry it out with you at the end of the visit to keep the site clean. 2) Feeding the animals is strictly forbidden, even with scraps or leftovers, since it can seriously affect their health and behavior.

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