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Free Activities on San Cristobal-Galapagos
Authentic local tips!
The Pier
You could spend a whole day watching the many colonies of sea lions playing on the beach by the pier. Lots of fun guaranteed! TIP: Remember to stay 2m away from the sea lions to take your pictures.
Interpretation Center & Tijeretas Hill
Learn about the origin of the islands, its history and the conservations efforts to preserve it. Walk along Alsacio Northia Av, in the opposite direction from the airport, passed Playa Mann until you find the signs. TIP: Tijeretas Hill is a great spot to watch the sunset.
La Lobería Beach
If you love sea lions and want to have the chance to swim with them for hours, this is the place! The snorkeling is also quite good here. TIP: You can walk until the end of the beach to reach the rocky trail to El Barranco to spot tropical birds.
Playa Mann & Punta Carola
Take Alsacio Northia Av. until you reach Playa Mann, to go to Punta Carola simply walk until the end of the road. There are food kiosks and toilets in Playa Mann but no in Punta Carola. TIP: You can only stay on these beaches until 6pm.