Isla Salango
A small island south of Puerto López, where blue-footed boobies and sea lions live among rock pillars and sea cliffs. A half-day alternative to snorkelling and birdwatching.
Isla Salango lies about 2 km offshore, a short boat trip suited to those with limited time or who get seasick easily. The half-day tour circles the island to see the oddly shaped Diamond Rock and Turtle Rock, and you can spot blue-footed boobies, pelicans and sea lions. There is snorkelling beside the island, and in whale season it is often combined with whale watching. The tour costs about 20 to 30 US dollars and departs from Salango or the Puerto López pier. Landing on the island is not permitted.
Opening hours
Half-day tour approx. 09:00–13:00
Nearby sights
- Salango Archaeological Museum
- Puerto López Malecón & Fish Market
- Puerto López Whale Watching
- Ayampe
- Playa Los Frailes
- Agua Blanca Community & Archaeological Site
- Olón
- Montañita