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Explore Plaza Island

Found amongst the Galapagos Islands near Ecuador, Plaza island is divided between the twin South and North Plaza Islands.South Plaza Island is a small, lava-formed island that grants unforgettable views, as well as marine and bird life.The smaller North Plaza Island is under scientific study and as such is closed to visitors.

Watch the tourism video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sBwDKo2sUE

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
(Galapagos Islands) Spanish; English; German; and French and other languages are spoken here.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
U.S. Dollar (USD)
UTC-08:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
(Ecuador) Inexpensive Restaurant meal 3 USD, Mid-range Restaurant meal 30 USD, Combo Meal 6 USD
Drinks
(Ecuador) Beer 1,34 - 3 USD, Cappuccino 2,15 USD, Water 0,55 - 1,11 USD, Coke/Pepsi 0,75 USD, Bottle of Wine 10 USD
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
(Ecuador) Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 1,50 USD, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 1,50 USD, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 10 USD
General Transport
(Galapagos Islands) Boat Tours here ask from 6 695 - 9 595 per person for 10-daytrips/half-day or 1-day trips ask less than 100 USD per person, Ferries ask for 25 - 35 USD per person, for every ride, EMETEBE plane rides ask 170 - 190 USD per flight, Taxis & Water Taxis charge 1 - 2 USD per person but will ask for more to go beyond town limits, when available, buses charge 3,50 USD per person, Biking fares are 15 USD a day, but there are some that ask for hourly rates

Things to do in Plaza Island

Though small, the South Plaza Island offers an unusual but unique landscape with a great deal of vibrancy.The indigenous wildlife include land iguanas, sea lions, galapagos sharks, nazca boobies, galapagos lizards, marine iguanas and several more.Snorkel underneath the waves to explore more of South Plaza Island,s secrets.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(Ecuador) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to Ecuador:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Typhoid
  • Yellow Fever and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to Ecuador: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • (Galapagos Islands) Hiking Shoes / Boots / Teva-Style Sandals / Water Shoes / Deck shoes / Sandals
  • Sun Hat or the like
  • Sunscreen
  • Sun Glasses
  • Reusable Water Bottle
  • Rain Jacket or Poncho
  • Windbreaker
  • Hiking shorts / Light full-length hiking pants
  • Light Back Pack / Fanny Pack
  • Sunglasses with Security Strap and a First Aid Kit.
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

(Ecuador) Nationals of the following countries require a visa for Ecuador. Afghanistan; Angola; Bangladesh; Cameroon; Democratic Republic of the Congo; Cuba; Egypt; Eritrea; Ethiopia; Gambia; Ghana; Guinea; Haiti; India; Iran; Iraq; Kenya; Libya; Nepal; Nigeria; North Korea; Pakistan; Philippines; Senegal; Somalia; Sri Lanka; Syria; Venezuela; Yemen and Vietnam.