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Puerto Chino is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 7th place out of 34 beaches in the Galápagos region The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and white fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Puerto Chino coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
Puerto Chino (Galápagos) is located outside the Cerro Verde settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the San Cristobal island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Puerto Chino with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Cerro Verde 11.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Secluded relax, Bright fine sand
El Progreso 5.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, White fine sand
Cerro Verde 15 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright sand
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 2.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 0.8 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 1.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Secluded relax
Cerro Verde 24.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Secluded relax
Cerro Verde 27.7 km
What to do in Puerto Chino? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Puerto Chino, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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The Puerto Chino is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Puerto Chino, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Puerto Chino is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.
Puerto Chino does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Puerto Chino for swimming is positive.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Puerto Chino.
The Puerto Chino has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.
There are 1 attractions near Puerto Chino that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Puerto Chino is March. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 20°C and water 21°C. See more details in weather section.
Puerto Chino (Galapagos) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Puerto Chino (Galapagos) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Black sand, Turquoise pure water
Puerto Velasco Ibarra 0.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
San Cristobal 49.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand
Puerto Ayora 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
El Cascajo 6.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, White fine sand
Santa Rosa 18.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
El Cascajo 6.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, White fine sand
Puerto Ayora 3.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted
Puerto Villamil 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water
Puerto Villamil 0.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
El Cascajo 30 km
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