La Perla
Ferry Service Between the Galapagos Islands
La Perla passenger ferry offers daily round trips between Isabela and Santa Cruz. We also offer service to and from Santa Cruz, San Cristobal and Floreana upon request.
Adventure Awaits!
FERRY (Speed boat/Cabotage) between Islands:
Travel time takes approximately two hours.
Dependent on the weather conditions ⁓ 1.5-2.5 hours.
Price: $35 USD Children $30 (2yr-10yrs)
Departure & Arrival times:
Be Prepared
Be at the pier 45 minutes before departure for baggage inspection ABG and ferry check-in.
Water taxi cost (cash only USD):
- Pier ➞ Ferry (Santa Cruz): $1.50
- Ferry ➞ Pier (Isabela): $1.50
- Port entry fee in Isabela Island:
$10 Non-Ecuadorians & $6 Ecuadorians.
Luggage Per Person Included in Price:
- luggage x1 of 23kg and 1 carry-on.
- Excess luggage fee : $10
Know Before You Go!
This is public transportation
and all ferries depart at the same time.
The ABG requires the 45min early arrival.
and all ferries depart at the same time.
The ABG requires the 45min early arrival.
Have cash in hand
for water taxis and port entry fees.
Cash in US dollars (USD).
for water taxis and port entry fees.
Cash in US dollars (USD).
for Sea Sickness:
A motion sickness pill is recommended, one hour before departure. Choose a seat toward the back of the boat where there is less motion and more fresh air. Eat a light meal prior to boarding.
A motion sickness pill is recommended, one hour before departure. Choose a seat toward the back of the boat where there is less motion and more fresh air. Eat a light meal prior to boarding.
Keep your documents handy,
safe and in a dry place.
safe and in a dry place.
August - December:
If sitting at the back of the boat you may get wet due to rough waters, rain and wind.
If sitting at the back of the boat you may get wet due to rough waters, rain and wind.
Toilet on board available.
Caution may be bouncy during rough crossings. Advised to use restroom prior to boarding.
Caution may be bouncy during rough crossings. Advised to use restroom prior to boarding.
