Galapagos: Mar 21-28, 2027 *

The “Enchanted Islands” of Galapagos are found in the Pacific Ocean 600 miles west of Ecuador. Made famous by the studies of Charles Darwin that became his “Theory of Evolution,” the volcanic islands of Galapagos have been declared a National Park of Ecuador and the second largest Marine Reserve in the world, with many wonders to discover, both on land and underwater. The Galapagos Islands National Park features an amazing diversity of indigenous animals, many endemic, which are unusually tame due to lack of predation and many years of protection. This protection must continue to preserve the uniqueness of Galapagos for future generations.

The incredible biodiversity of the Galapagos makes it a world-class diving destination, often considered the best dive location on the planet. Year-round, divers experience the magic of schooling hammerheads, penguins, endemic marine iguanas, Galapagos sharks, large pods of dolphins, thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, silky sharks, white and blacktip sharks, and sea lions galore. You’ll also encounter chevron barracuda, snappers, rainbow runners, and wahoo.

In addition, the region boasts a variety of smaller fish, including creole wrasses, parrotfish, scrawled filefish, Pacific boxfish, and tiger snake eels. Regular sightings of mola mola (oceanic sunfish), seahorses, bullhead sharks, red-lipped batfish, various shrimp, and many other marine invertebrates further enhance the experience.

Diving in the Galapagos offers an exhilarating experience but requires advanced skills due to strong currents, variable visibility, and cooler water temperatures. Expect temperatures to range from the low 60s to the upper 70s Fahrenheit, depending on the itinerary location and the season. Dive depths typically range from 20 to 30 meters (65 to 100 feet).

To ensure a safe and enjoyable dive, divers should be comfortable with these conditions and possess excellent buoyancy control. Proficiency in performing negative (sometimes rapid) back-roll entries and descents from small boats is also essential.

Galapagos Sky recommends divers have between 50 and 100 open water dives, experience with strong currents, the ability to remove gear in the water, and the skill to board small boats in choppy seas. Nitrox certification prior to the cruise is highly recommended, and recent dive experience is required.

• 7 night’s accommodation aboard Galapagos Sky

• All meals & snacks onboard

• All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)

• One 80 cu ft/12 liter tank, weights, weight belt

• Up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises

• 3 land excursions

• Service of Dive Guides

• Transfers in the Islands between the airport and dock (on cruise departure dates only)

• All other Galapagos Sky services and amenitiess

• Roundtrip airfare

• Meals not listed in itinerary

• Optional tours (Optional side trip to Machu Picchu. Details TBA)

• Diving equipment, Nitrox, dive courses

• Incidental charges: Individual group members will be responsible for their own charges including but not limited to beverages and bar bill, telephone, internet usage, sightseeing, equipment rental of any sort, gratuities and any other items of a personal nature.

• Additional fees to be collected in Galapagos (See Below).

• Galapagos National Park entrance fee $200 USD

• Transit card (TCT) $20 USD

• Hyperbaric chamber fee $35 USD

• Fuel Surcharge $150 USD

• Nitrox (Enriched Air) $200 USD

• Scuba certification card required for each diver.

• We recommend all divers purchase DAN membership.

• We highly recommend all travelers purchase travel insurance.

• A passport is required for travel.

**All rates quoted by Scuba Center include a 2% discount for cash/check payments.

Reservations / Deposit Information:

• $500 deposit is required at registration

DAN Membership & Diving Insurance

Sample packing checklist