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Dive the Galapagos the way it was meant to be experienced: aboard a liveaboard, with the remote dive sites of the north within reach. Our seven-night trips are built for divers who want more time in the water and the chance to experience Galapagos Hammerhead Shark Diving, whale sharks and the big animals that make Darwin and Wolf the greatest shark diving on the planet.
Our yachts are purpose-built for diving and exploring the Galapagos Islands, with the comfort and safety of every passenger in mind. Carrying just eight to sixteen guests, they anchor closer to the best dive sites in the Galapagos and landing areas than larger ships can — which means more time in the water and more time exploring. To understand why a seven-night trip is the standard, you only need to look at the map: it is the only way to reach the remote northern islands. Our itineraries take you to Darwin and Wolf, widely considered the finest shark diving in the world.
We offer a range of accommodations to match the way you like to travel, from comfortable cabins to first-class and luxury staterooms for those who want a little more.
Our crew are Galapagueños. Many of our captains and crew members were born and raised in the Galapagos; they know these waters intimately, love showing guests the islands like a local, and will fully brief you on exactly what to expect below the surface. Every yacht carries a multilingual naturalist guide trained through the rigorous program at the Charles Darwin Research Station, ready to bring the wonders of the archipelago to life.
We would love for you to experience the Galapagos with us. Choose between our two liveaboards, the Tiburon Explorer and the Humboldt Explorer, and get ready for the trip of a lifetime.
Galapagos weather changes with the season. Air temperatures range from the mid-70s°F and up in the warm, rainy season (December to May) to the mid-60s°F in the cooler, dry season (June to November), with steady sea breezes. Water temperature runs roughly 65–75°F from December through May and 60–70°F from June through November — and those cooler, plankton-rich months are also the best time of year for big animals like whale sharks.
Visibility is generally 30 to 80 feet, and currents at our dive sites range from 1 to 5 knots — part of what draws in the sharks and big pelagics.
Most divers are comfortable in a 7 mm wetsuit with a hooded vest and gloves from June to November, and at least a 5 mm wetsuit from December to May. Gloves and a hood are strongly recommended.
Dives are run from small boats with an easy backward roll into the water, with up to four dives daily (weather permitting). On board you will enjoy three meals a day (except Sunday’s evening meal), and we handle transfers between the vessel and the airport for same-day arrivals and departures.
Packing for a liveaboard is far easier than packing for a land-based vacation.
You will not need much more than shorts, T-shirts and swimsuits, though the winds at sea can be cool, so a light jacket is a good idea.
Soft luggage is best, as it stores away easily when empty.
We also recommend sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat or visor, a raincoat, a lightweight sweater, a long-sleeved shirt and comfortable shoes.
Remember that the Galapagos Islands straddle the Equator and the sun can be very strong, so be sure to bring high-protection sunscreen.
And if you are prone to seasickness, come prepared with motion-sickness medication or patches from your doctor.
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8 days/ 7 nights
Saturday: Baltra
Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from Mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning (please make sure to land in Baltra not later than 11:30am). The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport between 11:00 am and 12 pm and escort them to the Galapagos liveaboard, Tiburon Explorer®. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, organize equipment and listen to the safety briefings.
Sunday: Baltra North (2 Dives)
Equipment check, 7:00 and 10:00 dives.
Sightings include rays and schools of fish.
Afternoon North Seymour land visit. Walk the path around North Seymour Island to see the large colonies of Blue Footed Boobies and Frigate Birds. Sighting of Sea Lions and Marine Iguanas are also common. Depart for Cabo Douglas (11 hours).
Monday: Cabo Douglas (1-2 Dives)
Sightings include marine iguanas. Transit to Punta Vicente Roca.
Punta Vicente Roca (1-2 Dives)
Sightings often include mola mola, turtles and macro life. Transit to Wolf (10 hours).
Tuesday: Wolf Island (4 Dives)
6:30, 10:30, 2:00 and 4:30 dives. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale shark (in season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks.
Wednesday: Darwin Island (4 Dives)
6:30, 10:30, 2:00 and 4:30 dives.
Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season) eagle rays, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks.
Transit to Wolf Island.
Thursday: Wolf Island (3 Dives)
6:30, 10:30 and 1:00 dives.
Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks. Transit to Cousin’s Rock (20+ hours).
Friday: Cousins Rock (2 Dives)
6:30 and 9:30 dives.
This is a great macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing sea horses, sea lions and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz (3 hours). Travel by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora. Dinner on your own in Puerto Ayora. Return to the Tiburon Explorer at 8:30pm.
Saturday: Baltra
Depart the vessel by 9 am. Transfer to the airport.
