Bartolome and
Sullivan Bay

HOUR: 6:00 – 7:00 am TO 4:30 - 5:00 pm

The Tour

Bartolomé, one of the youngest islands in the archipelago, is located near the coast of Santiago and is named after Sir Bartholomew James Sullivan, a friend of Charles Darwin. Covering 1.3 km² with an altitude of 115 meters, it boasts breathtaking landscapes. On our day trip, you’ll hike to the summit of an extinct volcano via a 395-step wooden trail, encountering recent volcanic formations, endemic flora like the lava cactus, and a stunning panoramic view of the iconic Pinnacle Rock, a striking tuff cone.

You’ll also enjoy a zodiac ride along the coast to spot Galápagos penguins, followed by an afternoon snorkeling session in crystal-clear waters. Bartolomé is a perfect place to swim with sea lions, observe white-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and a diverse array of fish, offering an unforgettable experience in this natural paradise.

ITINERARY

  • Pick up from your hotel in Puerto Ayora at 06:00
  • Transfer to the Itabaca Canal 45 minutes by bus
  • Navigation from Itabaca Channel to Bartolomé Island almost 2 hours
  • Arrival at Isla Bartolomé, disembarkation for the walk.
  • Hiking on Bartolomé Island for about 2 hours.
  • Zodiac ride along the coast to see Galapagos penguins
  • Food
  • Snorkel or swim from the beach
  • Navigation back to the Itabaca Channel
  • Transfer back to your hotel around 17:45.

RECOMMENDATION

Although most things are included in our tours, we would like to give you some advice on what to bring to your Bartolomé Land Tour.

  • Sun protection (sun cream and cap or hat)
  • Windproof jacket or sweatshirt
  • Light hiking boots / sports shoes
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Swimwear

include

Transfer in and out of your hotel, breakfast (only for departures at 6:00 am), lunch, bilingual guide, water, snorkel equipment (mask, tube and fins).