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Seymour
Clear lagoon between volcanic rock and cactus

Isabela

0.96° S, 90.97° W

Discover the endemic plants and wildlife of Galápagos.

Isabela is the island of volcanoes and quiet beaches. You reach it by boat from Santa Cruz and it is worth one or two nights.

Not to miss

  • Volcanic landscapes to explore on foot
  • A small beach town with an unhurried pace
  • Snorkelling and marine life close to shore
  • Reached by boat from Santa Cruz

Best time to go

When to travel to Isabela. A general guide: tell us your dates and we will adjust the plan.

  1. January: Best time
  2. February: Best time
  3. March: Best time
  4. April: Best time
  5. May: Best time
  6. June: Good season
  7. July: Good season
  8. August: Good season
  9. September: Good season
  10. October: Good season
  11. November: Good season
  12. December: Best time
  • Best time
  • Good season
  • Fair
  • Not recommended

You can travel all year. From December to May the sea is usually calmer and warmer; from June to November it is cooler with more swell.

Itinerary ideas

Starting points to adapt, not fixed packages. We tailor them to your dates, your pace and your budget.

  • 3 days

    Two nights on Isabela

    A trip from Santa Cruz to hike between volcanoes, snorkel and stay for the sunset. We build it around what you prefer: more activity or more rest.

  • 5 days

    Isabela for two

    An idea for couples: a quiet place to stay, one outing a day and free afternoons. It is a base we adapt to your date and your style.

More destinations in Galápagos

  • Two marine iguanas resting on a white sand beach

    Santa Cruz and North Seymour

    0.74° S, 90.31° W

  • Giant tortoise walking on damp ground

    San Cristóbal

    0.90° S, 89.61° W

Let's design your trip to Isabela

Tell us your dates, your pace and what you enjoy, and we build the trip with you, with local operators.

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