Outdoor & fun
Tortuga Bay
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Tortuga Bay is a stunning white-sand beach on Santa Cruz Island, reached by a 2.5 km walking trail from Puerto Ayora. The beach is divided into two sections: a surfing area with stronger waves and a calm swimming area protected by a natural rock barrier. Visitors can sunbathe, swim, and spot marine iguanas, sea turtles, and occasionally white-tip reef sharks in the shallows. The trail itself passes through a dry forest with opportunities to see finches and mockingbirds.
Don't miss
- Swim in the calm, protected cove perfect for snorkeling
- Spot marine iguanas basking on the rocks along the beach
- Walk the scenic 2.5 km trail through dry forest vegetation
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Tortuga Bay
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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