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SEYMOUR NORTH

Tour to SEYMOUR NORTH

Test Explore North Seymour Island, one of the most fascinating spots for wildlife in the Galapagos islands. This small but wildlife-rich island is home to iconic Galapagos species. Watch blue-footed boobies perform their courtship dances and see magnificent frigate birds inflate their bright red pouches. Galapagos land iguanas roam the rocky trails, offering incredible photo opportunities.

After your guided hike, enjoy snorkeling in clear waters filled with colorful fish, playful sea lions, and reef sharks. Depending on the season, you may spot sea turtles nesting on nearby beaches. This Galapagos tour is perfect for nature lovers wanting an up-close encounter with the unique animals of Galapagos

DURATION: 8 Hours 

GROUP SIZE: 16 Guest

Highlights

Frigate Birds Nesting:

Frigate birds nesting is a highlight of North Seymour. Watch two species inflate bright red pouches and feed their hatchlings — a rare courtship show found only in the Galapagos Islands.

Blue-Footed Boobies nesting:

Watch blue-footed boobies perform their courtship dance in the wild. Spot hatchlings up close and observe nests and family interactions — a Galapagos Islands experience you won’t forget.

Reptiles:

See the endemic yellow land iguanas basking in the dry forest of North Seymour Island — a true Galapagos wildlife encounter.

Snorkel:

Snorkel in clear Galapagos waters with sea lions, reef sharks, sea turtles, and schools of colorful tropical fish.

Activities

  • BIRDS
    BIRDS
  • MARINE LIFE
    MARINE LIFE
  • Nature Hike
    Nature Hike
  • REPTILES
    REPTILES
  • Snorkeling
    Snorkeling
  • Visit to a pristine beach
    Visit to a pristine beach
  • Wildlife and landscape navigation
    Wildlife and landscape navigation

Itinerary

* The order of visit and activities might change due to National Park Permissions and weather conditions. 

08:00 :
Morning Departure:

Your expedition begins at 8:00 am from Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island. A short bus ride takes you to the dock, followed by a boat trip to North Seymour Island.

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Guided Walk:

Hike well-marked trails to see bird colonies, land iguanas, and resting sea lions up close in their natural habitat

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Visit a pristine beach:

Visit one of the key nesting sites for Pacific green sea turtles, a special highlight of the Galapagos Islands.

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Snorkeling Session:

Dive into the underwater world of the Galapagos. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters filled with sea lions, reef sharks, sea turtles, and colorful tropical fish.

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Las Bachas beach:

Walk along white coral sand beaches, a key nesting site for Galapagos green turtles. Just behind the shore, a calm lagoon often attracts graceful flamingos.

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Lunch & Return: 

Enjoy a fresh meal on board before returning to Santa Cruz Island in the early afternoon.

map seymour

Details

Included

  • Snacks and lunch (vegan and vegetarian options available).
  • Transportation from Puerto Ayora to Canal de Itabaca and back.
  • Maritime transportation.
  • Bilingual Galapagos naturalist guide
  • Towels and snorkel gear.

Not Included

  • Wetsuits
  • Services not specified in the tour
  • Tips

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