Marchena Island has restricted public access, however there are authorized agencies that coordinate visits and expeditions, its wildlife is unique and undisturbed. It's one of the most pristine places in Galapagos, with a healthy population of iguanas and birds that have evolved without human intervention.
Features
Water temp.
23°C
Climate
Seco
Updated
2026-06-19
Gallery
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Nearby beaches
Pinta Island
Galápagos
Home to the famous 'Lonesome George', it's an island with great biodiversity and endemic species.
Genovesa Island
Galápagos
Known as Eagle Island, it's a paradise for bird watching and snorkeling in the caldera of a submerged volcano.
Santiago Island
Galápagos
Also known as San Salvador, notable for its lava flows, marine iguanas, and a wide variety of birds.
🏖️ Playa 82.3 kmNorth Seymour Island
Galápagos
Notable for its population of blue-footed boobies and ideal for exploration and bird watching.
🏖️ Playa 87.3 kmRábida Island
Galápagos
Notable for its red sand beaches and sea lion colony, ideal for snorkeling and bird watching.
🏖️ Playa 89.9 kmBaltra Island
Galápagos
Home to Galapagos' main airport, built by the United States during World War II.
🏖️ Playa 97.1 kmGalapagos Islands
Galápagos
A UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, a unique ecosystem with endemic species that fascinate the world.
🏖️ Playa 106.1 kmPinzón Island
Galápagos
One of the least visited destinations in Galapagos, ideal for deep diving and sea turtle watching.
🏖️ Playa 121.4 kmSanta Cruz Island
Galápagos
The second largest island in Galapagos and the main tourist center of the archipelago.
🏖️ Playa 139.3 kmIsabela Island
Galápagos
The largest island in Galapagos, occupying more than 58% of the archipelago's land surface.
Fernandina Island
Galápagos
The youngest in the archipelago, with high volcanic activity and a large colony of marine iguanas.
🏖️ Playa 166.2 kmSan Cristóbal Island
Galápagos
Home to the largest freshwater reserve in Galapagos and the capital of the province.
🏖️ Playa 179.8 kmFloreana Island
Galápagos
Named after Ecuador's first president, its beaches hosted adventurous conquerors and pirates.
🏖️ Playa 190.2 kmWolf Island
Galápagos
Considered a paradise for professional diving enthusiasts, with hammerhead sharks and manta rays.
🏖️ Playa 208.9 kmEspañola Island
Galápagos
Famous for its white sand beaches and the sea lion colony at Gardner Bay.



