Sierra Negra Volcano, located on Isabela Island, boasts one of the largest volcanic calderas in the world. The volcano is still active, with its most recent eruption occurring in 2018. The horseback riding tour provides a unique and eco-friendly way to explore the volcano and its surroundings, offering stunning views and an intimate experience with the island’s natural beauty.

Tour Highlights

• Scenic Ride: The tour typically starts in the town of Puerto Villamil. From there, participants ride through diverse landscapes, including lush highlands, endemic vegetation, and stark volcanic terrain.
• Caldera Viewpoint: The highlight of the tour is reaching the viewpoint overlooking the vast Sierra Negra caldera, which stretches about 7×9 kilometers in diameter.
• Hiking to the lava fields: After the first part of the horseback riding tour, you have the opportunity to explore the active zone and lava fields of the volcano. Either you want to do a more technical hike or a short and easy one, you have the option to visit Volcan Chico zone or the latest eurption that was on 2018. This area features fascinating lava formations and provides panoramic views of Isabela Island and the surrounding ocean.
• Picnic in front of the Sierra Negra caldera: Enjoy a box lunch that includes a tuna sandwich, cookies, juice, fruit in front of the wonderful view of the volcano after the hike you will have a moment to relax and enjoy.