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Galapagos Diving Small Ship Cruise

Galapagos Diving Small Ship Cruise

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Embark on an exhilarating 8-day diving cruise in the Galapagos Islands, immersing yourself in the captivating underwater world and stunning landscapes. Your journey begins with a check dive at Baltra Northeast, followed by exploring Carrion Point on Santa Cruz Island, renowned for its diverse marine life. Cruise towards Wolf Island on Friday, where you’ll have the opportunity to dive in Shark Bay, La Banana, and explore La Ventana Islet and El Derrumbe. Saturday brings the chance to discover the pristine waters of Darwin Island, diving at El Arenal and the iconic Darwin’s Arch. Return to Wolf Island on Sunday, exploring El Derrumbe and Shark Bay. On Monday, dive at Douglas Cape on Fernandina Island, known for its unique marine ecosystem, before heading to Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island. Tuesday offers diving at Cousin Rock on Santiago Island, and in the afternoon, explore the highlands of Santa Cruz Island. Conclude your diving adventure on Wednesday with a transfer to Baltra Airport, filled with unforgettable memories of the Galapagos underwater paradise.

Trip Name
Galapagos Diving Small Ship Cruise
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Yacht Length: 29.53 Passenger Capacity: 12 Renovated: 2022 The totally 100% renovated exclusive liveaboard will take you to the most incredible locations and allow you to discover the hidden underwater live of the Galapagos Islands. Live a world-class diving experience surrounded by sharks, whales, manta rays, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions and much more, all in one place. BAR & RESTAURANT With a capacity for 12 people, a delicious and varied cuisine of national and international dishes is served in menu and buffet style. Options for vegetarians, vegans, gluten intolerant or others are possible, but to be informed before any reservation. A purified water and tea/coffee station is available 24 hours a day on board. LOUNGE Comfortable space for divers interaction with your fellow divers. A perfect place to rest after a day of adventure. DINING ROOM The beautiful dining room has 3 tables that can accommodate 4 people each, where guests will enjoy a variety of national and international specialties prepared with care and attention by our excellent, experienced and passionate chef. AL FRESCO The Al Fresco area invites you to sense the nature life, becoming another perfect space to simply relax onboard.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 – Wednesday / - Arrival at the Gateway to the Enchanting Galapagos Islands
Welcome to the Galapagos Islands, where today marks the beginning of our diving adventure onboardthe Galaxy Diver liveaboard yacht. Our journey starts with our arrival at Seymour Airport, also knownas Baltra Airport, located on the island of Baltra. As we step off the plane, we'll be greeted by ourguide and the friendly staff of the Galaxy Diver, who will help us with our luggage and transfer us tothe Galaxy Diver.Then, we'll enjoy a delicious lunch and settle into our cabins. But before we dive into the waters, it'simportant to note that there are strict guidelines for passengers to the archipelago due to the area'sdesignation as a national park. These guidelines help preserve the delicate environment of theGalapagos Islands, ensuring that we can continue to enjoy the beauty of this unique ecosystem foryears to come.After all, we have the safety drill and check dive to try all the equipment by having our first immersionamong the wonders of the Galapagos Islands. With the Galaxy Diver as our home base, we'll explorethe pristine waters and encounter incredible marine life that can't be found anywhere else. It's sureto be an unforgettable experience that will leave us with memories to last a lifetime.
Day 2 - Day 2 – Thursday / Carrion Point and en route to Wolf Island - A Diver's Paradise
As the sun rises on our first day of diving aboard the Galaxy Diver yacht, we can feel the excitementbuilding for what's in store at our first dive site, Punta Carrion. We gather our gear, and with theguidance of our expert dive master instructors, we dive into the crystal-clear waters surrounding thestunning Santa Cruz Island.Descending deeper into the underwater world of Punta Carrion, we'll be immediately mesmerized bythe incredible visibility and the abundance of marine life that surrounds us—schools of hammerheadand whale sharks, this last one available between June to December. At the same time, playful sealions dart in and out of the rocky underwater cliffs.We learn more about the vivid and colorful world of tropical fish as we continue our exploration,including groups of surgeonfish, angelfish, and parrotfish. Luckily, we can even find a few secretiveseahorses hidden in the reef's crevices.Later, we joyfully discuss our underwater excursions. At the same time, the onboard cook makes alovely lunch when we return to the Galaxy Diver. Finally, in the late afternoon, we'll begin our 14 hoursof navigation through the Galapagos Sea to Wolf Island.
Day 3 - Day 3 – Friday: Shark Bay, La Banana, La Ventana Islet, and El Derrumbe - A Magnificent Marine Expedition
Today, we'll have an exciting diving adventure as we discover the hidden riches of this enchantedlocation.Our first stop is the breathtaking Shark Bay, where we can spot the majestic Galapagos shark, eagleray, and sea lion will meet you as you plunge into the ocean's depths. These magnificent creatures area sight to behold, with exquisite movements that will take your breath away.Following a thrilling morning dive, we'll travel to La Banana to continue our journey and discover theGalapagos Islands' abundant marine life. In addition, we'll be able to see playful sea lions in their nativeenvironment, darting and whirling about us with elegant, engaging, and mesmerizing beauty.As the day unfolds, we'll make our way to La Ventana Islet and El Derrumbe, two diving locationsknown for their diverse marine life. Go into the fascinating world of colorful fish, turtles, and sea starsas they welcome you into their natural home. The beauty and magic of the undersea environment willwow you as you explore these hidden jewels.As we wrap up our diving day, take a minute to enjoy the beautiful sunset while reflecting on theincredible experiences of the day. The Galapagos Islands are indeed a treasure trove of natural beauty,and we are privileged to accompany you on this magnificent voyage. Therefore, be ready to immerseyourself in a world of wonder and go on a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Day 4 - Day 4 – Saturday: El Arenal and The Darwin's Arch - A Journey of Discovery
Today, we'll take you to El Arenal. This magnificent location will leave you spellbound by the naturalbeauty of the Galapagos Islands. A diving site considered one of the best diving points in the world.This site is close to Darwin's Arch and offers moderate to strong currents with depths ranging from 46to 121 ft and visibility from 40 to 80 ft. As you dive deeper into the sea, you'll be greeted by theimpressive Galapagos underwater biodiversity.We'll then move on to Darwin's Tower, commonly known as Darwin's Arch, one of the most iconicdive sites in the world. This awe-inspiring location is a must-visit for any avid diver. We're thrilled toshare this incredible experience with you. As you dive into the deep blue waters, a world of vibrantcoral, schools of colorful fish, and the majestic beauty of the hammerhead shark will be waiting foryou with their imposing presence and graceful movements.The thrill of diving at Darwin's Tower is indescribable, and you'll be amazed by the sheer beauty of thisunderwater wonderland
Day 5 - Day 5 – Sunday: El Arenal, El Derrumbe, and Shark Bay - A Marine Adventure
Our first dive site of the day is El Arenal. As we explore the vibrant coral reefs and discover the diversemarine life, we'll have the chance to encounter an incredible array of species. Some of them could bedolphins commonly sighted feeding on schools of fish, hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, rays,Galapagos sharks, and even tiger sharks and killer whales. But the beauty of El Arenal isn't just in itsimpressive marine life; the geological formations are also a sight to behold.After an exhilarating morning dive, we'll move on to El Derrumbe, where we'll discover the fascinatingmarine diversity of the Galapagos Islands. This site offers a unique diving experience with itsunderwater cliffs and caves. You'll encounter many species, including green turtles, sea lions, andeagle rays. But what makes this site truly special is the presence of bull sharks, one of the few placesin the world where you can dive with them in shallow waters.Our last dive of the day takes us to Shark Bay, where we'll explore the hidden treasures of theGalapagos Islands. This site is famous for its incredible diversity of marine life, including the Galapagosshark, eagle ray, and sea lion. But what makes this site truly unique is the presence of whale sharksthat visit the Galapagos Islands every year from July to November. It's a rare opportunity to witnessthese gentle giants, and we're honored to share this experience with you.
Day 6 - Day 6 – Monday: Douglas Cape and Vicente Roca Point - A Journey into the Unknown
As we continue our journey through the pristine waters of the Galapagos Islands onboard the GalaxyDiver, we have some incredible dives planned for you on this sixth day in the deeper sea of theGalapagos Islands.We start our day by diving at Douglas Cape, where you can observe the marine iguanas feeding onalgae underwater. These graceful creatures spend time basking in the sun to warm up before divinginto the sea for about 20 minutes to feed. Watching them glide through the water is a trulyunforgettable experience. The seas surrounding Douglas Cape are teeming with unique marine life,such as the famous Galapagos marine iguana, red-lipped batfish, fur seals, Galapagos penguins, andflightless cormorants.Our following dive site is Vicente Roca Point, located on the northwest coast of Isabela Island. Theabundance of colorful corals and gorgonians make this site one of the best in the Galapagos Islandsfor enjoying macro life, such as seahorses, different species of nudibranchs, toadfish, and even theelusive Mola Alexandrini (mola mola), the largest bony fish in the world. You may also encounterpenguins and flying cormorants, green turtles, and, if lucky, a cat shark. The stunning coral formationsand the impressive array of marine life at Vicente Roca Point will take your breath away.
Day 7 - Day 7 – Tuesday: Cousin Rock and Santa Cruz Highlands - An Adventure to Remember
This morning we'll have the opportunity to do our last dive at Cousin Rock—one of the most colorfuldive sites in the archipelago. The vibrant coral walls and gorgonians create a stunning backdrop forencounters with seahorses, reef fish, and various nudibranchs. Keep an eye out for the curious coralhawks as they dart around the reef. As we dive deeper, we might glimpse a school of eagle raysgracefully gliding by or spot a white-tip shark resting in a crevice. If we're lucky, we might even seemobulas and schools of barracudas. Finally, the playful sea lions will appear and invite us to join theirunderwater games.After lunch, we disembark and head for a reserve in the Santa Cruz Highlands. Here, we have theunique opportunity to witness the iconic Galapagos Tortoise in its natural habitat. Walking throughthe lush vegetation, we might even spot some of the other residents of the highlands, like the elusiveGalapagos Rail or the bright Vermilion Flycatcher.
Day 8 - Day 8 – Wednesday: Baltra Airport - A Farewell to the Enchanting Galapagos Islands
After a week of unforgettable experiences, it is time to bid farewell to this enchanting land. As you'llbe transferred to Baltra Airport, take the memories of a lifetime and the magic of the GalapagosIslands.
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Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

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Inclusions

    • Baltra
    • Santa Cruz Island
    • Wolf Island
    • Darwin Island
    • Fernandina Island
    • Isabela Island
    • Santiago Island

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