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Isabela Island: Guided tour of the Sulphur Mines and unique volcanic landscapes

By Wonderful Galapagos Expeditions
Free cancellation available
Price is £74 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the unique Sulphur Mines on Isabela Island
  • Hike among active fumaroles and extraordinary volcanic landscapes
  • Enjoy an unforgettable experience in one of the Galápagos landscapes

Activity location

    • Galapagos National Park
    • Santa Cruz, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • LAS, Escalecias 01- 0 y, Puerto Villamil 200250, Ecuador | The meeting point is at the main entrance of the Gran Hostal Tintorera, in Puerto Villamil. The tour bus will leave from this location. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time to start the activity on time. Our staff or guide will be waiting to greet you.
    • Puerto Villamil, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

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Isabela Island: Guided Tour of the Rio Tinto Mines and Unique Volcanic Landscapes

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£73.50 x 1 Adult£73.50
Total
Price is £73.50

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified naturalist guide for Galápagos National Park
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ground transport from Puerto Villamil
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided hike to the Sulphur Mines
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Geological and natural interpretation of the area
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Assistance during the whole activity
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Items of a personal nature
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Ferry to Isabela Island
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry to Isabela

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Prams, Baby buggies, Bachelor & hen party groups, Bare feet, Bikes, Diving
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People afraid of heights, People over 331 lbs (150 kg), People over 75 years, People over 95 years, People with altitude sickness
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Discover one of the most stunning volcanic landscapes in the Galapagos Islands with this experience to the Sulphur Mines on Isabela Island, a unique place where geothermal activity has created impressive natural formations and bright yellow sulphur deposits.

Your adventure begins in Puerto Villamil, where you will start your transfer to the higher part of the island. During the tour, you will be able to observe the contrasts of the volcanic landscape that characterises Isabela, the largest island in the archipelago.

Upon arriving at the starting point, you will begin a guided hike to the Sulphur Mines, an area where active fumaroles release volcanic gases that have created an extraordinary natural environment. As you progress along the trail, you will discover fields of solidified lava, unique volcanic formations, and sweeping views of the landscape surrounding this geological area.

Your naturalist guide will share information with you about the volcanic formation of the Galápagos Islands, the geothermal activity on Isabela Island, and the importance of these ecosystems within the Galápagos National Park.

During the tour, you will have time to observe, photograph, and enjoy one of the most fascinating natural settings in the archipelago, ideal for travellers interested in nature, geology, and adventure.

At the end of the hike, you will return to the transport point to begin your journey back to Puerto Villamil, taking with you a unique experience in one of the most breathtaking volcanic landscapes in the Galápagos.

Location

Activity location

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    • Galapagos National Park
    • Santa Cruz, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • LAS, Escalecias 01- 0 y, Puerto Villamil 200250, Ecuador | The meeting point is at the main entrance of the Gran Hostal Tintorera, in Puerto Villamil. The tour bus will leave from this location. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time to start the activity on time. Our staff or guide will be waiting to greet you.
    • Puerto Villamil, Islas Galápagos, Ecuador