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Galapagos Dive Cruise – Ocean Wonders 7 Nights

Galapagos Dive Cruise – Ocean Wonders 7 Nights

From USD $7,495

Description

Embark on an exhilarating 7-night journey through the northern Galapagos Islands aboard the Galapagos Sky, where every dive site brims with vibrant marine life. Explore the stunning Darwin Pillars (formerly known as Darwin Arch), home to massive schools of hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, and more. Throughout the week, encounter playful dolphins, frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda, with sea lions often joining you during safety stops.
Dive into the marine iguana haven at Cape Douglas, Fernandina, and spot the elusive Mola Mola at Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island. Experience the incredible birdlife of North Seymour Island, home to blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigatebirds. Highlights also include schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, and mobula rays. You may even spot occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales.
These nutrient-rich waters attract Indo-Pacific species, while night dives reveal rare creatures like the Red Lipped Batfish. All of this is made possible by the most experienced Ecuadorian crew, with over 20 years of expertise.

Trip Name
Galapagos Dive Cruise - Ocean Wonders 7 Nights
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Yacht Length: 33 metres Passenger Capacity: 16 (in twin Cabins) Built/Refurbished: 2000/2001 The luxury live-aboard M/V Galapagos Sky is a 100 ft. (33m) state-of-the-art live-aboard diving yacht exploring the fabled waters of the Galapagos Islands. Designed by Peter A. Hughes and current owner Santiago Dunn in the year 2000, and launched in 2001 – this luxury live-aboard hosts 16 passengers in 8 well appointed cabins.  Built to exceed any/all international safety standards, M/V Galapagos Sky is not only your live-aboard dive platform to the undersea wonders of Galapagos – but also has the crew, chefs and amenities for you to enjoy five-star service during your entire trip. Accommodations include eight private en-suite cabins with two twin or one king size bed options. Each cabin features a private head/shower, mirrored cabinet and wardrobe, bathrobes, hairdryer, and marine safe (biodegradable) toiletries. The elegant M/V Galapagos Sky is fully air conditioned and features a spacious lounge area and separate fine dining area. Two dive masters and up to four dives a day ensure that your voyage will have ample underwater time to discover the magic of Galapagos diving. 

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 01 : Sunday | San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos
Day 2 - Day 02 : Monday | 1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.AM North Seymour / PM Cousins RockNorth Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Day 3 - Day 03-04-05 : Tuesday-Thrusday | Tues - 4 Dives a day at Wolf (including 1 night dive) – Wed - 4 dives at Darwin – Thurs - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 4 - Day 06 : Friday | 3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela IslandCape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 5 - Day 07 : Saturday | 1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz IslandStart your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
Day 6 - Day 08 : Sunday | San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation DayDisembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Day 7 - Please Note:
As on any live-aboard or diving adventure – Itineraries may be changed due to current or pending weather conditions or at the Captain’s discretion for your safety. Itineraries can also be changed at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park who administer cruise itineraries.

Trip Dates

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14-06-202621-06-2026USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
14-06-202621-06-2026USD $7,795Master Cabin
21-06-202628-06-2026USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
21-06-202628-06-2026USD $7,795Master Cabin
09-08-202616-08-2026USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
09-08-202616-08-2026USD $7,795Master Cabin
13-09-202620-09-2026USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
13-09-202620-09-2026USD $7,795Master Cabin
13-12-202620-12-2026USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
13-12-202620-12-2026USD $7,795Master Cabin
20-12-202627-12-2026USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
20-12-202627-12-2026USD $7,795Master Cabin
03-01-202710-01-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
03-01-202710-01-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
10-01-202717-01-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
10-01-202717-01-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
17-01-202724-01-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
17-01-202724-01-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
24-01-202731-01-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
24-01-202731-01-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
31-01-202707-02-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
31-01-202707-02-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
07-02-202714-02-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
07-02-202714-02-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
14-02-202721-02-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
14-02-202721-02-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
07-03-202714-03-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
07-03-202714-03-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
14-03-202721-03-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
14-03-202721-03-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
28-03-202704-04-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
28-03-202704-04-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
04-04-202711-04-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
04-04-202711-04-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
11-04-202718-04-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
11-04-202718-04-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
18-04-202725-04-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
18-04-202725-04-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
02-05-202709-05-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
02-05-202709-05-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
09-05-202716-05-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
09-05-202716-05-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
16-05-202723-05-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
16-05-202723-05-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
23-05-202730-05-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
23-05-202730-05-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
30-05-202706-06-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
30-05-202706-06-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
06-06-202713-06-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
06-06-202713-06-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
27-06-202704-07-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
27-06-202704-07-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
04-07-202711-07-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
04-07-202711-07-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
11-07-202718-07-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
11-07-202718-07-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
25-07-202701-08-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
25-07-202701-08-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
01-08-202708-08-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
01-08-202708-08-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
19-09-202726-09-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
19-09-202726-09-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
21-11-202728-11-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
21-11-202728-11-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
05-12-202712-12-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
05-12-202712-12-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
12-12-202719-12-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
12-12-202719-12-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
19-12-202726-12-2027USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
19-12-202726-12-2027USD $7,795Master Cabin
26-12-202702-01-2028USD $7,495Deluxe Cabin
26-12-202702-01-2028USD $7,795Master Cabin
02-01-202809-01-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
02-01-202809-01-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
09-01-202816-01-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
09-01-202816-01-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
16-01-202823-01-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
16-01-202823-01-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
23-01-202830-01-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
23-01-202830-01-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
30-01-202806-02-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
30-01-202806-02-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
06-02-202813-02-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
06-02-202813-02-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
13-02-202820-02-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
13-02-202820-02-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
20-02-202827-02-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
20-02-202827-02-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
27-02-202805-03-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
27-02-202805-03-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
05-03-202812-03-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
05-03-202812-03-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
12-03-202819-03-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
12-03-202819-03-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
19-03-202826-03-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
19-03-202826-03-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
26-03-202802-04-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
26-03-202802-04-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
02-04-202809-04-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
02-04-202809-04-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
09-04-202816-04-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
09-04-202816-04-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
16-04-202823-04-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
16-04-202823-04-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
23-04-202830-04-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
23-04-202830-04-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
30-04-202807-05-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
30-04-202807-05-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
07-05-202814-05-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
07-05-202814-05-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
14-05-202821-05-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
14-05-202821-05-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
11-06-202818-06-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
11-06-202818-06-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
18-06-202825-06-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
18-06-202825-06-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
25-06-202802-07-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
25-06-202802-07-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
02-07-202809-07-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
02-07-202809-07-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
16-07-202823-07-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
16-07-202823-07-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
23-07-202830-07-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
23-07-202830-07-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
30-07-202806-08-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
30-07-202806-08-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
10-09-202817-09-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
10-09-202817-09-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
17-09-202824-09-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
17-09-202824-09-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
24-09-202801-10-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
24-09-202801-10-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
22-10-202829-10-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
22-10-202829-10-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
05-11-202812-11-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
05-11-202812-11-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
12-11-202819-11-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
12-11-202819-11-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
19-11-202826-11-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
19-11-202826-11-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
26-11-202803-12-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
26-11-202803-12-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
03-12-202810-12-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
03-12-202810-12-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
10-12-202817-12-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
10-12-202817-12-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
17-12-202824-12-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
17-12-202824-12-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin
24-12-202831-12-2028USD $7,795Deluxe Cabin
24-12-202831-12-2028USD $8,095Master Cabin

Inclusions

    • Departing every Sunday from San Cristobal, this 7-night itinerary offers a perfect blend of thrilling underwater adventures and the comfort of Galapagos Sky.
    • Dive into one of the world’s most iconic scuba destinations, with 18 exhilarating dives, including 3 full days at the legendary Darwin and Wolf Islands – a must-dive spot for every diver!

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