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North Seymour Island & Mosquera Islet Tour
Galapagos Day Tour from Santa Cruz
Discover one of the best wildlife experiences in the Galapagos with a full-day tour to North Seymour Island and Mosquera Islet. Walk among blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and land iguanas, then snorkel in crystal-clear waters with sea lions, rays, and reef sharks.
This Galapagos day tour combines land wildlife observation with unforgettable marine encounters, making it a perfect choice for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
TOUR DETAILS
Embark on a full-day adventure to North Seymour Island and Mosquera Islet, two of the most captivating destinations in the Galapagos. Begin your experience with a guided walk across North Seymour’s flat terrain, where you will observe blue-footed boobies performing their courtship dances, frigatebirds displaying their red throat pouches, and land iguanas resting under the sun.
After exploring the island, the tour continues to Mosquera Islet, a small sandy islet known for its rich marine life. Here, you will enjoy a snorkeling session in calm, clear waters, swimming alongside playful sea lions, rays, reef sharks, and tropical fish.
This tour offers a perfect combination of wildlife observation and underwater exploration, showcasing the incredible biodiversity of the Galapagos.
Departure: Tuesday
Duration: Full day
Location: North Seymour Island & Mosquera Islet
Price: From $299
NORTH SEYMOUR & MOSQUERA · GALÁPAGOS
Itinerary
Note: the itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions and Galapagos National Park regulations.
Morning
Meeting point Check-in
Morning
Boarding the yacht Navigation to North Seymour Island
Morning
Guided hike and wildlife observation
Midday
Navigation to Mosquera Islet
Midday
Snorkeling session
Midday
Lunch On board the yacht
Afternoon
Return navigation to Santa Cruz
What's Included
- Transportation
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Snacks and water
- Lunch
- Snorkeling equipment
- Towels
- Excursion
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Wetsuits
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee
- Transit Control Card (TCT)
Recommendations
- Comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain
- Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses
- Light clothing and swimsuit
- Towel
- Reusable water bottle
- Waterproof bag for personal items
Why Visit North Seymour & Mosquera Islet
North Seymour Island is one of the best places in the Galapagos to observe seabirds and land iguanas up close, while Mosquera Islet offers excellent snorkeling opportunities with abundant marine life.
This tour provides a balanced experience of both terrestrial and marine ecosystems, making it one of the most complete Galapagos day tours from Santa Cruz.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Seymour & Mosquera Tour
You can see blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, land iguanas, sea lions, rays, reef sharks, and tropical fish.
Yes, snorkeling is included and equipment is provided.
Yes, the walk is easy to moderate, and snorkeling is suitable for beginners.
This is a full-day tour departing from Santa Cruz Island.
Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a swimsuit, and a waterproof bag for your belongings.