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At a glance

Getting ashore
Tender to town pier
Into town
Short walk
Best starting point
Waterfront
Currency
US dollar · USD
Wooden pier and malecon waterfront at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno on San Cristóbal, Galápagos.

Getting ashore

Ships anchor and you transfer by panga to the pier in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno . The ride is short. The town waterfront is a short walk. The airport is nearby. Follow the ship’s landing.

Watch-outs

The boat has steps and can move. The sun is strong. Take water. Wildlife rules are strict. The town has some hills. Check the return time. The walk from the pier is short.

Getting into Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

The centre is a short flat walk from the pier. The Interpretation Center is close. Taxis are available for further sites. Most people walk the waterfront. The pier is the starting point.

Taxis & ride apps

Taxis wait near the pier. Agree the fare. A short ride is cheap. For Kicker Rock or highlands, a tour is better. Ride apps are limited. Name the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno pier for the return.

What to do nearby

Walk the waterfront and short streets. Sea lions are often on the rocks. The Interpretation Center is a short walk. The town is compact and open. The walk is easy.

Going further

Cerro Tijeretas or other sites need a taxi or walk. Kicker Rock is a boat trip. Both take time. The town fills most short calls.

Food & shopping

Cafes and shops are on the waterfront. Snacks are easy. Cash USD is useful. Spanish and English are spoken.

Opening times & connectivity

Shops open usual hours. Free Wi-Fi is in cafes. For emergencies call 911. Spanish is the language; English works in tourist spots.

Accessibility & mobility

Transfer boats have steps. The waterfront is flat. Ask the ship about accessibility. A taxi can help for further places.