Weather
If you prefer to be active when the weather isn't too hot, head to the Galápagos Islands in June. You can expect daily average temperatures around 70°F-76°F (21°C-24°C), with water temperatures around 76°F (24°C)—pleasant enough for swimming and enjoying the marine life. Since June is the end of the wet season, you can expect little rainfall.
June also marks the beginning of the garúa season, which means less water clarity and cloudier skies, with some drizzle during the day. However, since it's only the start of the garúa season, it's still a great month to travel and enjoy a lot of adventure and exploration, both on land and water.
Crowds & Costs
June is the high season and one of the busiest months on the Galápagos Islands. Summer breaks take place in schools worldwide, as well as work holidays, attracting many tourists to the islands. It makes it the ideal time to travel with family and enjoy socializing with other travelers.
Prices are higher in June, so it's wise to book your trip a few months in advance. Typically, you don't have to book boat tours in advance, but now is a good time to do so. This way, you can make sure to enjoy more tours and adventures of your choice.
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
Where to Go
In June, Galápagos giant tortoises begin to migrate to Isla Santa Cruz in search of nesting sites, and short-eared owls start to mate on Isla Genovesa. Make sure to head to Isla Seymour as well to see male frigatebirds display their red throat pouches.
Throughout the northwest islands, such as Fernandina and Isla Isabela, you can spot whale sharks swimming off the coasts. June is one of the best months to see whales and dolphins, as pods of whales begin to migrate to the equator. There are more than 24 different species of dolphins on the Galápagos Islands, which gives you the chance to spot several species during the month. The best place for whale and dolphin watching is around Isabela and Fernandina islands, where you can see the flightless cormorants nesting as well.
What to Do
The bird-watching opportunities on the Galápagos Islands are better than usual in June, with many species breeding and nesting in the archipelago during this time. Galápagos penguins tend to nest in caves, in the absence of sunlight, and greater flamingoes congregate in large numbers.
Go on a boat tour and enjoy whale- and dolphin watching, as well as snorkeling and diving—both are included on many water-based tours. You can, of course, do this on your own by renting a boat and heading out to explore. June is also the best time to see humpback whales and dive with whale sharks.
As the water cools and underwater currents push nutrients to the surface, marine species gather to feast, resulting in more underwater wildlife viewing than usual. Other great activities include paddleboarding, mountain biking, hiking, and kayaking—giving you the chance to cover a lot of coastline and ground.
Traveling to the Galpágos Islands in June? Check out these great itineraries
Galápagos Multisport Adventure - 10 Days. Discover a nature lover's heaven on a wildlife tour that reveals the most extraordinary sights of the Galápagos Islands. Over a week and a half, you'll discover the local flora and fauna through outdoor activities like kayaking, mountain biking, trekking, and snorkeling.
Highlights of the Galápagos: Isla San Cristóbal & Isla Santa Cruz - 9 Days. On Isla San Cristóbal, you'll spot colorful frigatebirds, sea lions, turtles, and marine life as you go hiking on Tijeretas Hill, enjoy snorkeling at Kicker Rock, visit nearby Isla Española, and explore local beaches. Try standup paddleboarding and visit a crater lake, then transfer to Isla Santa Cruz, where you'll see giant tortoises, watch for wildlife on an uninhabited island, and enjoy more spectacular snorkeling and beaches.
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