Half-Day Private Tour in Sierra Negra Volcano's Sulfur fumaroles

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4 hours (approximately)
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Feel the thrill of being immersed in this steamy spectacle, as the fumaroles release their vaporous dance into the air. The sight is both mystical and mesmerizing, a testament to the raw power and beauty of nature's elements.

Your experienced Licensed Galapagos Naturalist Guide will unravel the mysteries of the sulfur mines, sharing intriguing insights into the geological and ecological forces at play. Learn about the formation of fumaroles, the composition of volcanic gases, and the interplay between volcanic activity and plant life.

We provide private tours to our guests to the Sulfur Mines in private comfortable vehicles with air conditioning. Also, get lunch in the middle of nature in a specific area for enjoying nature while eating.

To start this visit we provide our visitors with face masks when walking nearby the sulfur fumaroles.

This is the only place in the world where you can get that close to the fumaroles of an active volcano without having to walk long distances.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Box lunch to eat on the tour
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
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    Sierra Negra

    Visit the active area of Sierra Negra Volcano, inside the caldera, you will get close to the sulfur mines and see the fumaroles where the gas chamber is located, this is a half-day tour experience that combines history, nature, hiking, and a great landscape where knowledgeable naturalist guides certified by the Galapagos National Park will explain all the volcanology aspects of the Galapagos islands formation and volcano activity. The total hike is 3km which makes it accessible for families with kids and people who don't want to walk much but still want to observe the caldera and the sulfur fumaroles. Initially, you will go 1 hour from the town to the site for starting the hike, passing for a guided tour in a car through the endemic vegetation located at the southern flank of the volcano. The total time is 5 hours from the pick up at your hotel until the drop off at your hotel.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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