Turismo Paradise
Tours·Santa Cruz

Plazas & Punta Carrión

(-5%)$229 USD
From$217.55 USD

From the moment we pick you up at your hotel on Santa Cruz Island, an unforgettable day begins, combining the richness of land wildlife with the magic of the underwater world.

After a short transfer to the port, you'll board a comfortable, safe vessel bound for the Plazas Islands. During a guided tour of about an hour and a half, you'll walk natural trails where you can spot land and marine iguanas, swallow-tailed gulls, blue-footed boobies and an impressive variety of tropical birds.

The island is also home to sea lions, yellow-tailed mullet, Audubon's shearwaters, red-billed tropicbirds and brown pelicans that soar over the cliffs.

After exploring South Plaza, we head to Punta Carrión, an ideal spot for snorkeling. There you can dive into crystal-clear waters to watch white-tipped reef sharks, green sea turtles, starfish, parrotfish, damselfish, rays and, with luck, playful sea lions.

Details

Duration

9 hours 30 minutes

Difficulty

Easy

Language

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

Includes

  • Snorkeling gear
  • Bilingual naturalist guide
  • Lunch
  • Snacks and water
  • Towels
  • Hotel–dock–hotel transfer

Excludes

  • Gratuities

Recommendations

  • Wear your swimsuit
  • Bring sun protection
  • Bring athletic shoes for the hikes
  • Sailing time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Meeting point

Hotel pickup

Departure at 07:30

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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

The route is the same in all three: the same visitor sites, the same bilingual naturalist guide, the same departure time. What changes is how you spend the day on board. Standard sails on a comfortable, well-equipped yacht with everything the day calls for. Premium steps up to a roomier, better-appointed vessel, with more space to unwind and a more generous lunch served on board. Luxury is our finest yacht: the most comfortable decks and interiors, the best amenities on board and the most carefully prepared dining of the three. Whichever you choose, we confirm your assigned yacht before departure.

Yes. We collect you from your accommodation in the morning and bring you back there at the end of the day. The return transfer is included in the price.

Yes, we offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free alternatives. To tailor the menu to your needs, please let us know your requirements at the time of booking. Last-minute requests cannot be guaranteed.

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.