DIVING TOURS

 

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One of the most exciten adventure is diving in the Galapagos Islands, renowned for its incredible marine biodiversity and unique underwater landscapes, attracting divers from around the world. It's a destination for advanced divers due to strong currents, cool water temperatures, and the need for experience beyond basic open-water certification. The Galapagos is a haven for diverse marine life, including hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, and numerous other species, offering a truly unforgettable diving experience. 

 

Key Aspects of Galapagos Diving:

 

Marine Life:

The Galapagos Island & Marine Reserve is home to a wide array of marine species, including sharks hammerheads, Galapagos sharks, tintoreras sharks, whale sharks whitetip reef shark, common blacktio shark, other animals as: sea turtles, manta rays, sea lions, spotted Eagle ray, sea horses and many more species of fish as king angelfish, pacific burrfish, Galapagos fish, hieroglyphic hawkfish, yellowtail surgeonfish, parrotfish, sergeant major fish, Cortez rainbow wrasse fish, pufferfish, etc.

 

Dive Sites:

Popular dive sites include Cousin Rocks, Bartolome, Santa Fe, Mosquera, Seymour, Gordon's Rocks & Kicker Rock (famous for hammerhead sharks), and various sites around the islands. 

 

Water Conditions:

Currents can be strong, and water temperatures are generally cool, requiring wetsuits and experience with challenging conditions. 

 

Best Time to Dive:

The warm season (December to May) offers better visibility and warmer waters, but the cold season (June to November) is also a good time to see unique species like manta rays and whale sharks. 

 

Liveaboards:

Most divers visit the Galapagos on liveaboards, which offer a variety of diving trips with varying numbers of dives and the best dive sites and locations. Cruises offer a unique and unforgettable experience with comprehensive 5 days, 8 days, and special programs for 15 days.

Please, consult our travel agent at A.R. Tours Galapagos & Ecuador about liveaboards at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and they will be happy to help you find the best deals.. 

 

Night Diving:

Night diving in the Galapagos can reveal unique nocturnal activity, including species that are less active during the day, it´s other great option for diving lovers.

 

Just ask to our Agents for more details, prices & date departures…!!!