Puerto Villamil

Playa del Amor

Good for Relax

5.8

/ 10 Pleasant

#35 out of 34
in Galápagos

About

Playa del Amor is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 35th place out of 34 beaches in the Galápagos region The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Playa del Amor 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.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Parque Nacional Galapagos, which has a rating of 8.4.

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Historical

+26 ^oC +25 ^oC

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+26 ^oC

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Poor

3.3/10

Cleanliness

Very good

7.5/10

Amenities

Very poor

1.5/10

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Playa del Amor (Galápagos) is located outside the Puerto Villamil 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 Isabella 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 Playa del Amor 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.

User reviews

"Playa del Amor is one of the most stunning ones out there, with breathtaking sunsets that will make your heart skip a beat. Plus, the fact that it's free for the public to enter makes it even better."

Benicio Delacruz

"This beach is a great spot to visit, and what's even better is that it's free for the public to enjoy. You'll find plenty of animals to observe at this lovely little beach."

Tim van der Hoorn

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Photo of Playa del Amor with turquoise pure water surface

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Benicio Delacruz

"This beach is a great spot to visit, and what's even better is that it's free for the public to enjoy. You'll find plenty of animals to observe at this lovely little beach."

Tim van der Hoorn

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
size&shape
- Length - middle, about 200 meters
- Width - sufficient
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Cover and water

swimming details
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water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

Audience

- Relaxation connoisseurs

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.1 (Very good)

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La Playita

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Deserted

Puerto Villamil 2.4 km

Puerto Villamil, Ecuador

Puerto Villamil Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Puerto Villamil 0.8 km

Puerto Villamil, Ecuador

Parque Nacional Galapagos

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White sand, Turquoise pure water

Puerto Villamil 0.2 km

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GPS• 98km
Terminal terrestre d...• 78km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Playa del Amor?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa del Amor?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa del Amor, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa del Amor good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

Playa del Amor is fully protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Playa del Amor for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa del Amor good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa del Amor secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa del Amor?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa del Amor.

How far is the Playa del Amor from parking?

The Playa del Amor has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa del Amor?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa del Amor is March. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 21°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa del Amor (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.Playa del Amor (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.