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Cerro Pajas

Mountain

A volcanic cone in the Galápagos, Cerro Pajas appears on Floreana's landscape; visitors to the islands come for birdwatching, endemic species and exploring volcanic terrain.

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Cerro Pajas essentials

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Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Cerro Pajas

Marine and seabird activity shifts across the year; both seasons offer strong wildlife viewing but expect different sea conditions.

Warm-wet season (December-May)
Dec-May · 22-30°C
Warmer sea temperatures and calm waters; good for snorkeling and seabird activity.
Cool-dry season (June-November)
Jun-Nov · 18-24°C
Cooler air and nutrient-rich currents bring different seabird and marine life; seas can be choppier.

Weather & Climate near Cerro Pajas

Climate

Cerro Pajas's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 19° - 27° 23° 57 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
February - 20° - 28° 24° 58 mm - - 3.3 m/s - -
March - 20° - 29° 24° 86 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
April - 20° - 28° 24° 67 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
May - 19° - 27° 23° 31 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
June - 18° - 25° 22° 24 mm - - 4.5 m/s - -
July - 17° - 24° 21° 28 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
August - 16° - 24° 20° 25 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
September - 15° - 24° 20° 30 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
October - 16° - 24° 20° 20 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
November - 16° - 25° 21° 18 mm - - 4.5 m/s - -
December - 18° - 26° 22° 34 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Cerro Pajas

Access to Galápagos sites is tightly controlled. Visitors travel to Baltra or San Cristóbal airports by flight from mainland Ecuador (Quito or Guayaquil), then join licensed boats or tour operators for island excursions. Cerro Pajas is visited as part of organized field trips; independent access is restricted by park rules.

All visits must adhere to Galápagos National Park regulations and usually require the accompaniment of an accredited naturalist guide.

Tips for Visiting Cerro Pajas

  • Visits to Cerro Pajas are usually combined with wildlife-focused excursions to nearby islets - bring binoculars and a good field guide.
  • Respect Galápagos rules: do not approach wildlife, and stay on marked paths on the islands.
  • Arrange permits or join a registered naturalist tour for the most informative and least intrusive experience.