Isabela Island
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Ecuador
Coast: Isabela Island

Isabela is the largest island in the Galapagos, formed by the fusion of six large volcanoes. Unlike the more urbanized islands, Isabela retains a rustic and wild atmosphere, with sandy streets in its main settlement, Puerto Villamil. It is an evolutionary sanctuary where Galapagos penguins, large marine iguanas, flamingos and giant tortoises coexist. Its landscape varies from black lava fields and immense craters like the Sierra Negra, to lush mangroves and bays with crystal clear waters. It is the favorite destination for those seeking an experience of pure nature, geological adventure and a slow pace of life facing the Pacific.

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Isabela is the largest island in the Galapagos, formed by the fusion of six large volcanoes. Unlike the more urbanized islands, Isabela retains a rustic and wild atmosphere, with sandy streets in its main settlement, Puerto Villamil. It is an evolutionary sanctuary where Galapagos penguins, large marine iguanas, flamingos and giant tortoises coexist. Its landscape varies from black lava fields and immense craters like the Sierra Negra, to lush mangroves and bays with crystal clear waters. It is the favorite destination for those seeking an experience of pure nature, geological adventure and a slow pace of life facing the Pacific.

Available activities

Snorkeling in Los TúnelesUnion Rock DivingKayaking in the BaySierra Negra Volcano HikingWetlands Route

Adventures & Experiences

Sierra Negra Volcano Hiking

Naturaleza y senderismo

Wetlands Route

Naturaleza y senderismo

Snorkeling in Los Túneles

Exploring lava formations where you can see seahorses, sharks, turtles and penguins.

Union Rock Diving

Dives to observe large pelagics, hammerheads and impressive marine biodiversity.

Kayaking in the Bay

Paddle around the Tintoreras to observe penguins and iguanas from the water.

Natural Wonders

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Snorkeling in Los Túneles

Exploring lava formations where you can see seahorses, sharks, turtles and penguins.

Featured

Union Rock Diving

Dives to observe large pelagics, hammerheads and impressive marine biodiversity.

Featured

Kayaking in the Bay

Paddle around the Tintoreras to observe penguins and iguanas from the water.

Featured

Sierra Negra Volcano Hiking

16km walk (round trip) to the edge of the caldera and continuation to the Chico Volcano to see lunar landscapes and fumaroles.

Isabela is the largest island in the Galapagos, formed by the fusion of six large volcanoes. Unlike the more urbanized islands, Isabela retains a rustic and wild atmosphere, with sandy streets in its main settlement, Puerto Villamil. It is an evolutionary sanctuary where Galapagos penguins, large marine iguanas, flamingos and giant tortoises coexist. Its landscape varies from black lava fields and immense craters like the Sierra Negra, to lush mangroves and bays with crystal clear waters. It is the favorite destination for those seeking an experience of pure nature, geological adventure and a slow pace of life facing the Pacific.

Naturaleza y senderismo

Sierra Negra Volcano HikingWetlands Route

Natural Parks

Sierra Negra Volcano Hiking
Wetlands Route
Naturaleza

Nature & Adventure

Sierra Negra Volcano Hiking

16km walk (round trip) to the edge of the caldera and continuation to the Chico Volcano to see lunar landscapes and fumaroles.

Wetlands Route

Trail that connects Puerto Villamil with the Wall of Tears, passing through lagoons, mangrove forests and hidden beaches.

Snorkeling in Los Túneles

Exploring lava formations where you can see seahorses, sharks, turtles and penguins.

Union Rock Diving

Dives to observe large pelagics, hammerheads and impressive marine biodiversity.

Kayaking in the Bay

Paddle around the Tintoreras to observe penguins and iguanas from the water.

Cerca: port-villamil, port-ayora

Isabela Island

Beaches and Coasts in Isabela Island

Best Beaches

Puerto Villamil Beach

★ Top

An extensive white sand beach bordering the town, lined with palm trees and flamingo lagoons. It is common to see marine iguanas crossing the sand.

🏖️ fine_sand💧 clear_blue

Services

family friendlysurfingwildlife spotting

Pearl Shell

★ Top

A natural pool of crystal clear water protected by rocks and mangroves. It is the best free access place to snorkel with sea lions.

🏖️ no_sand💧 crystal_clear

Services

snorkelingwildlife spottingfree access

Ratings

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Nature

100

Insurmountable. The combination of active volcanic geology and endemic fauna creates landscapes that seem from another planet.

Insurmountable. The combination of active volcanic geology and endemic fauna creates landscapes that seem from another planet.

Safety

98

Extremely safe. The crime rate is almost zero; the biggest risk is sun exposure or dehydration.

Extremely safe. The crime rate is almost zero; the biggest risk is sun exposure or dehydration.

Transport

40

Limited. There is no mass public transportation. You walk, rent bicycles or use taxis (white vans).

Limited. There is no mass public transportation. You walk, rent bicycles or use taxis (white vans).
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