

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
La Lobería is a coastal bay located on the Floreana coast, accessible by a shore entry from the nearby town of Puerto Velasco Ibarra. This site serves as a nursery area for sea lions and provides a feeding ground for marine iguanas. With water temperatures ranging between 21C and 27C throughout the year, the site is suitable for beginners and offers a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5. The location is within walking distance of the main town, making it a convenient spot for those looking to observe local wildlife in their natural habitat.
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La Lobería is a beach where you can snorkel with sea lions, green turtles, and occasionally Galapagos penguins.
The tour starts with a 2-hour speedboat ride from Puerto Ayora to Puerto Velasco Ibarra on Floreana, followed by a bus ride and a walk along the coast past Black Beach.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Boat required
Water Temp
21-27°C
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, this site is rated as suitable for beginner snorkelers.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
Yes, La Lobería is a snorkel site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Water temperatures range from 21C in October to 27C in March.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at La Lobería (Floreana) in Puerto Velasco Ibarra. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit La Lobería (Floreana) in Puerto Velasco Ibarra are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.