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DAILY TOUR
Shared boat
Hiking

Sierra Negra Tour

Departs from and returns to Isabela · Pickup at your hotel or Airbnb
OverviewItineraryRouteWildlifeIncludedLogistics

Overview

Hike to the rim of Sierra Negra, the largest and most active volcano in the Galápagos, whose caldera stretches roughly 10 km across — one of the widest on Earth. The trail climbs through green highlands to sweeping caldera views, then continues to Volcán Chico’s fumaroles, lava fields and colourful mineral deposits.
Duration
6 hours
Capacity
Up to 16 people
Meeting Point
Pickup at your hotel or Airbnb
Main Activity
Volcano hiking

Itinerary

Moderate hike, ~16 km round trip; roughly 1.5 h to the caldera viewpoint

Before Departure
1
Morning
Transport from Puerto Villamil to the Sierra Negra trailhead.
In the Water · 2 Stops
1
Sierra Negra caldera
Ascent through the highlands to the rim viewpoint with geological interpretation of one of the world's widest calderas.
2
Volcán Chico
Hike across lava formations, volcanic cones and mineral colours, with views toward Fernandina and Santiago.

Tour Route

Stops along the route, in order. Select a stop to locate it on the map.

Wildlife

Species commonly seen on this tour — sightings vary by season and sea conditions.

Very Common Sightings
Darwin's finches
Galápagos hawk
Endemic highland plants

What's Included

Includes
Bilingual guide
Round-trip transport from Puerto Villamil
Geological interpretation
Not Included
Galápagos National Park entrance fee
INGALA transit control card
Meals & drinks
Tips

Logistics

Duration
6 hours
Group size
Up to 16 people
Meeting point
Pickup at your hotel or Airbnb
Departure time
Morning

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