Enchanting Craters of Ecuador

Our walk through the forest to see the Twin Craters with a guide was so refreshing and peaceful! It was cool and misty, and we saw many different birds. Really an extraordinary place, recommended to admire the beautiful nature of the Highlands! We went here as part of a 2-week yacht cruise on Coral I with "Go Galapagos" around the Galapagos, in December 2024.

Excellent

Path with risk of insecurity when crossing the street. Viewpoints with good panoramic views.

Great destination! Enjoyed the open trail and peaceful outdoor atmosphere.

ENGLISH Los Gemelos is an area located about 20 km north of Puerto Ayora, consisting of two massive craters. Although it's not far from the center of the island, there is no public transportation to this area. Therefore, the best way to visit Los Gemelos is by renting a vehicle or hiring a taxi. One of the craters is on the left side of the road, and the other on the right. Although the craters are not far from the main road, the dense vegetation made it impossible to see them from the road. The trails to the craters were surrounded by the famous "scalesia" trees of the Galapagos Islands. At first glance, you might think these craters are volcanic craters, but they are massive depressions created by the collapse of empty magma chambers. The crater to the west of the road is larger than the one to the east. Both craters are entirely covered with green vegetation. There is no entrance fee to visit these natural wonders. - TURKISH Los Gemelos is an area consisting of two huge pits located approximately 20 km north of Puerto Ayora. Although it is not far from the center of the island, there is no public transport going here. Therefore, the best way to visit the region is to rent a car or take a taxi. One of the potholes is on the left of the road and the other is on the right. Although the potholes are not too far from the main road, it is not possible to see the potholes from the main road due to dense vegetation. The paths leading to the pits are surrounded by the famous "scalesia" trees of the Galapagos Islands. At first sight, you may think that these pits are craters, but they are actually huge pits formed by the collapse of empty magma chambers. The pothole in the west of the road is wider than in the east of the road. The surroundings and inside of the pits are completely covered with green vegetation. You do not need to pay any entrance fee to see these natural wonders, Los Gemelos pits.