Sierra Negra, ISABELA ISLAND

Sierra Negra is a large shield volcano at the South eastern end of Isabela Island. It is the habitat for the Sierra Negra giant tortoise, which has a saddleback shell. On the way up to Sierra Negra you can see tall trees and lush highland vegetation and the summit offers a spectacular view of the lowlands.

Description:

• Activities: Hiking, horseback riding, walking
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Type of Landing: Dry landing
• Highlights & Animals: View from the summit, Sierra Negra tortoise, Basaltic caldera, finches

• Visitor Sites: Albermarle Point, Elizabeth Bay, Moreno Point, Puerto Villamil, Las Tintoreras, Tagus Cove, Tortoise Breeding St., Urbina Bay, Vicente Roca Point, The Wall of Tears, Wetlands, Concha de Perla, Flamingos Lake, Volcano Chico, Los Tuneles