This beach is not far from the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno and is a great place to visit. You can choose to relax on the beach, go snorkeling with sea turtles and sea lions or just go for a swim. Pay attention to the current and swell which can sometimes be strong.

This site is also an amazing spot to go surfing. Ask the locals for advices !

Playa Mann is located in the town of Buerto Baquerizo Moreno, just in front of the University. This is a busy and popular beach with both locals and tourists, especially at sunset. This is probably one of the best places on San Cristóbal Island to watch the sunset.

There are small kiosks along the beach where you can buy local meals, snacks, beers or drinks.

This beach is only accessible by sea. Its visit is often combined with a trip to Leon Dormido or with a tour of the island (tour 360). This beach is compose of two sections : one section of white sand and one section of mangrove.

It is a nice place to just relax on the beach with sea lions or take a swim in crystal clear waters.

Your National Park guide will be able to give you a lot of interesting informations about the fauna and the flora that cover this region.

One of the beautiful beaches of the Galapagos! Enjoy hte white sand beach and the crystal clear waters on a hot day ! This beach is only accessible by sea. Its visit is often combined with a day trip to Leon Dormido or with a tour of the island (tour 360).

Playa Punta Carola is located about 1 km from the center of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. It is a nice walk going slowly uphill and downhilll pass the Interpretation center. There you will find a beautiful beach less crowded then Playa Mann. It is a nice place to go swimming and snorkeling with marine iguanas or just to relaxe on the quiet beach. It is also a good place to go surfing when the wind is from the right direction. Ask the locals for adivces !

To access Las Tijiretas you must walk on a magnificient marked trail of approximately 1km from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno that climbs slightly up. The entrance of the trail is on the street that leads to Playa Mann. Tijeretas is the common name for frigates bird in spanish. It is one of the only places where you can watch the two species of frigate birds nesting in the same colony. It is also a very nice spot to go snorkeling. You can have the chance to snorkel with sea lions, sea turtles and rays. This is also a good place to go for a swim in this very calm bay.

The beach of Puerto Chino is located on the opposite side of the island from the town of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. It is accessible via a walking path from the road that passes La Galapaguera del Cerro Colorado. This beautiful and secluded spot is a good place for swimming and relaxing on the beach. You can observe sea lions and different types of birds around the beach. Is it a very nice spot to relax and enjoy a picnic.

This site is a short walk from the port of Puerto Villamil. You can easily access it independently to go snorkeling. It is accessed by a small path in the mangroves where you can observe marine iguanas and sea lions.

Playa Garrapatero, located on the east coast of Santa Cruz Island, is known for its natural beauty and serenity. This beach offers a stretch of soft white sand, bordered by crystal clear turquoise waters. The natural environment includes a nearby freshwater lagoon, surrounded by mangroves and giant cacti, where you can spot flamingos and other migratory birds.

Playa Garrapatero is a great place to swim, snorkel, and picnic in its designated areas. The beach is relatively less crowded than other beaches on the island, making for a quieter and more secluded experience. To get there, you can take a taxi from Puerto Ayora, then walk a well-marked path for about 15 minutes from the parking lot to the beach.

Playa de la Estación, located near the Charles Darwin Scientific Station on Santa Cruz Island, is a quiet spot frequented by both tourists and locals. This beach has fine, soft sand and its waters are clear and shallow, making it ideal for swimming and relaxing.

The proximity to the Charles Darwin station offers the opportunity to combine an educational tour with a day at the beach, to learn about conservation efforts and the unique biodiversity of the Galapagos. The beach is surrounded by rich vegetation and it is common to see marine iguanas, crabs and a variety of birds. There are also shaded areas where you can rest away from the sun. This beach, a few steps from the town, is accessible without a guide.