Tiburon Explorer Itinerary
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands8 days / 7 nights
About Tiburon Explorer
- Dive with the world’s first Green Fins approved liveaboard fleet
- Action-packed itineraries based on years of experience in the region
- Brand new vessel with tons of style and comfort - perfect after an adventurous day of diving
- Learn about the incredible Galapagos ecosystems from the passionate and professional crew
Part of the world’s first Green Fins approved liveaboard fleet, Tiburon Explorer liveaboard allows intrepid and discerning divers to discover the unique ecosystems of the Galapagos in total peace of mind. This brand new vessel oozes elegance and comes ready-for-action with a host of convenient dive amenities and comforting little luxuries. Enjoy easy, eco-friendly diving from the efficiently-designed dive deck, capture the perfect shot with practical photography facilities, and then relax with a complimentary drink in the open-air Jacuzzi - what more could you ask for?
Itinerary details
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 19
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 100 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
- Dive with up to 30 different species of shark during one incredible trip!
- Opportunity for a self-guided visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
- See land iguanas and possibly giant tortoises
- Some of the biggest schools of hammerhead sharks on the planet
- Large marine life, including manta rays, whale sharks, and sea lions
- Hike the highlands of Santa Cruz to a Galapagos tortoise sanctuary
- Big pods of dolphins and thick schools of tuna and jacks
Day 1:
Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning. The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport between 11am and 12pm and escort them to the Tiburon Explorer. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, organize equipment, and listen to the safety briefings.
Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning. The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport between 11am and 12pm and escort them to the Tiburon Explorer. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, organize equipment, and listen to the safety briefings.
Day 2:
Equipment check, followed by two morning dives. Sightings include rays and schools of fish. Afternoon North Seymour land visit. Walk the path around North Seymour Island to see the large colonies of blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Sightings of sea lions and marine iguanas are also common. Depart for Wolf Island (long transit).
Equipment check, followed by two morning dives. Sightings include rays and schools of fish. Afternoon North Seymour land visit. Walk the path around North Seymour Island to see the large colonies of blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Sightings of sea lions and marine iguanas are also common. Depart for Wolf Island (long transit).
Day 3:
Sightings include marine iguanas. Transit to Punta Vicente Roca, including mola mola, turtles, and macro life.
Transit to Wolf (10 hours).
Sightings include marine iguanas. Transit to Punta Vicente Roca, including mola mola, turtles, and macro life.
Transit to Wolf (10 hours).
Day 4:
Today will be spent back at Wolf Island, conducting another three or four dives. We will then transit back to the main archipelago overnight.
Today will be spent back at Wolf Island, conducting another three or four dives. We will then transit back to the main archipelago overnight.
Day 5:
6:30, 10:30, 2:00 and 4:30 dives
Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks, and silky sharks.
Transit to Wolf Island
6:30, 10:30, 2:00 and 4:30 dives
Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks, and silky sharks.
Transit to Wolf Island
Day 6:
6:30, 10:30 and 1:00 dives
Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks, and silky sharks.
Transit to Cousin’s Rock (20+ hours).
6:30, 10:30 and 1:00 dives
Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks, and silky sharks.
Transit to Cousin’s Rock (20+ hours).
Day 7:
Conduct two dives at Cousins Rock, a great site for macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing seahorses, sea lions, and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz. Travel by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora. Dinner on your own in Puerto Ayora. Return to the Tiburon Explorer at 8:30pm.
Conduct two dives at Cousins Rock, a great site for macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing seahorses, sea lions, and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz. Travel by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora. Dinner on your own in Puerto Ayora. Return to the Tiburon Explorer at 8:30pm.
Day 8:
Depart the vessel by 9am. Transfer to the airport.
Depart the vessel by 9am. Transfer to the airport.
Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.
Transfer details
Departure
12:00pm
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
Return
09:00am
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
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19 dives
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8D / 7N
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19 dives
from $7,395 /guest
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