We were driven to the start of the walk to the volcano through mist, low clouds and drizzle. But as we started the roughly 4km walk to the volcano the clouds parted and the sun shone. As walked along…Full review by Peter R
Jul 31, 2024
If you have time, this is worth doing. Ignore reviews that say over 50s and overweight can’t do this hike. Total rubbish! I’m well into my 50s and managed just fine! And we had 2 overweight people …Full review by annal335
Jul 31, 2024
Don’t miss out on this experience. We did the short hike down to the crater and back up again. To the previous reviewer who said it’s not for anyone over 50, you’re wrong. lol My friend and I just…Full review by Georgeglas
Hello, I will be in puerto ayora in two weeks and was wondering is it possible to do a day trip directly from puerto ayora and get back puerto ayora, or do i need to stay in isabela island? Thanks
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Contact an Isabella tour agency for starting times, they also know when the ferry's arrive. Ferry's are two hours each way and can beat you up, two in one day would be exhausting …
Contact an Isabella tour agency for starting times, they also know when the ferry's arrive. Ferry's are two hours each way and can beat you up, two in one day would be exhausting in itself.
How is going to the bathroom handled? I don't see a lot of trees to get behind!
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I think there was ONE restroom after we reached the Sierra Negra caldera. None of us needed to use the restrooms the entire way so despite trying to stay well-hydrated I guess …
I think there was ONE restroom after we reached the Sierra Negra caldera. None of us needed to use the restrooms the entire way so despite trying to stay well-hydrated I guess we weren't! I saw a few of the men wandering off for private moments amongst bushes and trees however.
I wonder how much water I should bring - LLBean suggests 3 quarts per person per day for hiking in general. I am wondering if my 2 liter collapsible water bottle is sufficient for Sierra Negra. Ideas/Experience? Thanks
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It depends on the time of year you end up going. We were there the end of December which apparently was a milder temperature time frame and most likely why we weren't …
It depends on the time of year you end up going. We were there the end of December which apparently was a milder temperature time frame and most likely why we weren't super thirsty. We each probably drank around a liter so I'd think 2 liters might be adequate for you.
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