What is the water and sand quality of the Playa El Garrapatero?

The coastline of Playa El Garrapatero is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa El Garrapatero?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa El Garrapatero, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa El Garrapatero good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.Playa El Garrapatero is fully protected from waves.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Playa El Garrapatero good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa El Garrapatero secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa El Garrapatero?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa El Garrapatero.

How far is the Playa El Garrapatero from parking?

The Playa El Garrapatero has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa El Garrapatero?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa El Garrapatero is March. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 21°C and water 22°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa El Garrapatero (Galapagos) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa El Garrapatero (Galapagos) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Photo of Playa El Garrapatero with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Playa El Garrapatero with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Playa El Garrapatero located in natural area

Playa El Garrapatero

Bellavista, Ecuador

8.2

#11 out of 34 in Galápagos 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Good for Kayaking

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Playa El Garrapatero is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 11th place out of 34 beaches in the Galápagos region The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

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+20 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

4.7 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

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Located outside the settlement

El Cascajo • 6.5 km

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

El Cascajo • 6.5km

Transport

Airport

GPS • 27.3km

Bus Station

Terminal terrestre de Puerto Ayora • 12.5km

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8.2 Very good

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Manuela Maniqua

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

On my final day in Puerto Ayora, I couldn't shake my restlessness, so I decided to take a stroll from Mainao Hotel to Tortuga Bay Beach. I was thoroughly enchanted by the stunning natural scenery along the way. The beach itself was breathtaking, with its soft, golden sand that stretched as far as the eye could see. As I made my way back to Charles Darwin Avenue, a white pickup truck or taxi caught my eye.