Product Description

Liveaboard a small yacht and visit some of the world’s most renowned scuba diving spots on this sustainable, citizen science trip to the Galapagos Islands! Marine biologists and divemasters will be on board to provide a life-changing experience, assistance, and educational guidance on endangered marine wildlife conservation.

This unique and adventurous getaway puts you closer to science and animal life. It grants you the opportunity to enjoy the adventure of the Galapagos’ special underwater world. Come to America to explore Darwin’s Arch, Fernandina and Isabela Islands, and other breathtaking places featuring endemic biodiversity. Enjoy whale watching, see dolphins playing, do night dives, and take hikes through volcanic landscapes.

Part of your trip fee supports the Galapagos Whale Shark Project, which was featured in the BBC Blue Planet II series.

Highlights:

• Marchena Island
• City of Mantas
• Dives at Darwin Arch
• Wolf Island: swim through cave entrances and walls
• Night dive in Punte Vicente Roca
• Fernandina Island (home to the world’s largest marine iguana colony)
• Hike in Tagus Cove
• Dinghy ride
• Cape Douglas: cormorant and penguin watching
• Bartolome Island

This experience will blow your mind away! Observing sharks and marine megafauna, and, perhaps, having a dolphin pass by overhead is not something you get to experience every day. Huge schools of fish and other species that inhabit the coral-covered platform can be sighted in the blue waters of this natural paradise. With a 15-day liveaboard dive experience, you will double your chances of seeing the big marine wildlife you’re coming for!

The highlands of the Galapagos are as magnificent as their sea life. We will travel back in time to the formation of lava tubes, spatter cones, and the remains of two types of hardened lava. Prepare yourself to observe unique animals such as iguanas, birds, and the famous giant tortoises.

Photography instruction and practical advice about photography on land and underwater will take place directly onboard.

This scuba diving trip living amongst distinct animal species is an adventure that will be stamped in your heart forever!

Related Trips:
[8 days] Diving with Scientists in the Galapagos
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Seasonal Notes: 
Every year, only a few shark conservation dive departures are offered – sometimes, there is only one dive organized per year. The schedule is always designed to align with the best shark diving season and the best months to dive in the islands of the Galapagos in general (July – October). These trips frequently sell out so we encourage you to book early to reserve your spot. For example, the 2023 departure is already full, and there is only one departure planned for 2024, so contact us today if you’re interested in learning more!

What is it Really Like?
Check out our blog post on Sustainable Scuba Diving in the Galapagos Islands for an even deeper look into what to expect.