El Garrapatero, Puerto Ayora

Gorgeous and peaceful beach. Bring water & sunscreen. If you ride a scooter here a jacket is a lifesaver, the route is often chilly/damp through Bellavista.

Feeling restless on my last day in Puerto Ayora, I walked and walked from Mainao Hotel to Tortuga Bay Beach, enjoying the outdoor beauty. A white Pickup Truck/Taxi caught my attention on my way back to Charles Darwin Avenue. I inquired about the taxi fee to the airport for the following morning. We agreed on the fee $25.00, then he offered to drive me to Playa El Garrapatero, wait for me and return me to Mainao for $50.00. I explained that I did not have the $50.00 with me. He took a chance on me, while he drove we amicably communicated. Playa El Garrapatero is peaceful; it has a camping area, kayaks for rent and a pond where flamingos gather. Once, the driver returned me to the Mainao Hotel, he waited for me to return with his earned $ 50.00. The following morning, he drove me to the airport ( Santa Cruz Ferry Terminal ) Vhuntermassage LLC

Beautiful place, amazing kayaking. Make sure to bring food, water and mosquito repellent.

A short taxi or car ride from Puerto Ayora is Garrapatero beach. Very nice and clean, with camping amenities for visitors. You can rent a kayak at the camping site.

Wonderful place!