Turismo Paradise
Tours·Santa Cruz

180° Santa Cruz Tour

(-10%)$195 USD
From$175.50 USD

Sail a half circle along the north coast of Santa Cruz and see three islands in a single day. From the Itabaca Channel you head out to Daphne Major and Pinzón Island, then land on a north-coast beach such as Bahía Borrero or Playa El Edén. All aboard a boat that carries no more than 12 people.

Above all, this is a day of snorkeling in crystal-clear water, among schools of tropical fish, sea turtles, sea lions, whitetip reef sharks, starfish and marine iguanas; from August to November, rays are often seen around Daphne. From the boat and on the beach you can photograph blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds and pelicans.

A naturalist guide is with you all day. Lunch is ceviche, with a vegetarian or vegan option, and on board you'll find fruit, snacks, cold or hot drinks and towels. You also take home the day's photos and videos at no extra cost. The route and stops may vary with sea conditions.

Details

Duration

8 hours 30 minutes

Difficulty

Moderate

Language

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

Includes

  • Hotel–dock transfer
  • Bilingual naturalist guide
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Towels
  • Cold or hot drinks
  • Fruit
  • Photos and videos of the tour

Excludes

  • Hotel–dock–hotel transfer
  • Gratuities

Recommendations

  • Wear your swimsuit
  • Bring sun protection
  • Bring athletic footwear for short hikes

Meeting point

Hotel pickup

Departure at 08:30

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

We collect you from your accommodation in the morning and take you to the departure point; we'll send your exact pickup time in the confirmation email. The return transfer to your hotel is not included; message us if you need one and we will arrange it.

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.