Isla Santa María Postal Codes, San Cristóbal, Galápagos Ecuador

The postal code for Isla Santa María is 200101 in Galápagos, San Cristóbal, Ecuador. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Isla Santa María.

Isla Santa María on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Isla Santa María parishes in Ecuador. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Isla Santa María

Key Facts

Isla Santa María, also known as Floreana Island, is one of the inhabited islands within the Galápagos archipelago, specifically part of San Cristóbal canton in Ecuador. Located approximately 50 kilometers south of Santa Cruz Island in the Pacific Ocean, it occupies a central position within the Galápagos island chain. With a land area of approximately 173 square kilometers, Isla Santa María is the sixth largest island in the archipelago and has a small permanent population of around 100 residents. The island is divided into several distinct geographical zones including the highland areas, coastal regions, and the small settlement of Puerto Velasco Ibarra. Historically significant as the first island to be permanently inhabited in the Galápagos, Isla Santa María features diverse ecosystems ranging from arid coastal zones to lush highland forests, and serves as an important nesting site for sea turtles and flamingos. The island's unique geography includes several notable features such as Crown Peak, the island's highest point at 640 meters, and Post Office Bay, which contains the historic wooden barrel that has served as a post office for passing sailors since the 18th century. For those seeking detailed geographical information, postal code data for Isla Santa María's various sectors can be accessed through regional mapping services.