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Snorkeling Adventure Sites in Galapagos

Discover the best Snorkeling Adventure Locations in the Galapagos Islands.


Snorkeling is one of the most rewarding ways to get to know the marine realm (try diving or DSD sometime, though) of the Galapagos Islands. The varied snorkeling sites of these Islands are remarkably unique.

Unlike in the Caribbean Islands, Galapagos snorkeling adventure sites have an underwater topography so varied, that the marine fauna will never be repetitive.

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Also, all Galapagos Islands are located in different marine sub-provinces, and thus, the snorkeling adventure experience varies a lot from site to site.

Over 35 best snorkeling sites are part of the Galapagos Marine Reserve and all require different levels of expertise. If you have never snorkeled before, then the Galapagos will be an out-of-the-ordinary start.

For a great snorkeling adventure, these are not-to-be missed sites in the Galapagos Islands:

Name of Site Galapagos Island Encounters with:
Turtle Islet-Gardner Bay Espanola (Hood) White-tip reef sharks
Champion Islet Floreana (Charles) Sea turtles, sea lions, rays
Punta Vicente Roca Isabela (Albemarle) Invertebrates, penguins, sea turtles
Northern Channel North Seymour Sharks, schooling fish, rays
Cliffs of Darwin Bay Genovesa (Tower) Possibly hammerhead sharks
The Pinnacle Bartolome Penguins, sea lions, sea turtles
Puerto Egas Santiago (James) Reef fish, rays, sea lions



Of course, most snorkeling sites in Galapagos will give snorkelers a chance to view the unique marine fauna of the Archipelago.

But make sure your trip to the Islands include the majority of the sites mentioned above.

Some of the best snorkeling sites are accessible right off the beach, others can be reached when you start your snorkeling from the beach.

And other sites are only accessible by boat where you have to jump in the water, and then return to the boat with the help of a ladder. Keep in mind that any month of the year is worth visiting the Galapagos Islands.

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But if you still want to ask: when is the best time to visit Galapagos?

Then I can suggest a period of time from December to June when the Islands turn very interesting due to the mixing of natural events happening all at once.

During this period of time the weather turns warmer and also most animals in the Galapagos Wildlife start their breeding season and reproduce extensively.

It is also a great time for birdwatching the beautiful and colorful birds of Galapagos. Always remember the two different seasons that Galapagos faces throughout the year. See Galapagos Weather

Traveling well prepared should be an essential part of your trip to the enchanted Islands of Galapagos. Read these Galapagos Vacations Tips


Galapagos Recommended Reading:

The Diving Guide: Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands, is world renowned for adrenaline-charged diving and unique, fearless wildlife. These "Enchanted Islands" beckon both divers and non-divers from around the globe who come to dive with whale sharks and walk with giant tortoises. (This is the best diving guide I've ever read)

Reef Fish Identification in Galapagos
This book is a comprehensive field guide to the fish life in the rich waters that bath the Galapagos Archipelago. If you are a snorkeler a scuba diver or an underwater naturalist and are planning on visiting to the Galapagos, this book will prove to be an invaluable identification aid. (Highly recommended)

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