Cerro Mesa & Garrapatero Beach Tour

Immerse yourself in the natural paradise of Santa Cruz Island on this unmissable tour: enjoy mountain biking through Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve and relaxing on the beautiful Garrapatero Beach.

Cerro Mesa & Garrapatero Beach Tour

After being picked up from your hotel in Puerto Ayora, you'll head to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. You'll climb onto your mountain bike and explore the Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve, experiencing the unique biodiversity of the Galapagos.

You will cruise along mountain trails, witnessing vibrant plants and wildlife, with views over the Galapagos at over 1200 feet (390 metres) above sea level.

Following the biking tour, you'll travel to Playa de Garrapatero, a beach known for its large stretch of sand. Here, you'll enjoy a picnic lunch. Afterward, you have the afternoon free to explore the beach, engage in water sports, or relax. A nearby lagoon often features flamingos and ducks.

At the end of your day, you'll return to Puerto Ayora for drop-off at your hotel.

Important information

The mountain biking route is suitable for most, but a car option is available if preferred.Light rain is common in Cerro Mesa throughout the year.

Pickup

This tour includes a pickup and drop-off service at around 7:45 am from main hotels in Puerto Ayora, including Flamingo, Red Booby, Mainao, Galapagos Suites, Fernandina, Villa Laguna, Isla Sol, SolyMar, Angermeyer and Royal Palm. You'll be contacted to confirm the exact pickup time.

If your hotel is not listed, please meet at Hotel Maidith White Cove (Cucuve S/N and Floreana) for 8 am.