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

You will be picked up from your hotel in Puerto Ayora and head to the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. You will use your mountain bike to explore the incredible biodiversity of the Galapagos.

Cruising along mountain trails, you will discover the Cerro Mesa Ecological Reserve, observing vibrant plants, flowers, and wildlife. The location at over 1200 feet (390 metres) above sea level offers views over the Galapagos archipelago.

After your mountain biking experience, you will travel to Playa de Garrapatero, where you will have a picnic lunch. After lunch, you can explore Garrapatero Beach, participate in water sports, or relax in the sun. Nearby, there is a lagoon where you may see flamingos and ducks.

After a full day of nature, you will return to Puerto Ayora and be dropped off at your hotel.

Important information

The mountain biking route is suitable for most people, and alternative transportation by car is available upon request. Light rain is common in Cerro Mesa throughout the year.

Pickup

This tour includes pickup and drop-off at around 7:45 am from the following hotels in Puerto Ayora: Flamingo, Red Booby, Mainao, Galapagos Suites, Fernandina, Villa Laguna, Isla Sol, SolyMar, Angermeyer, and Royal Palm. The exact pickup time will be confirmed.

If your hotel is not listed, please meet at Hotel Maidith White Cove for 8 am.