Tiburon Explorer Itinerary
Galapagos Special - Itinerary A11 days / 10 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 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives 28-29
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 100 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
- Enjoy up to 5 days with the hammerheads of Wolf and Darwin
- Discover great macro diving at Cousin's Rock
- Meet the marine iguanas of Cabo Douglas
- Share a dive with Flightless cormorants at Cabo Marshall
- Spot many different species of shark during one incredible trip!
- Large marine life including manta rays, dolphins and sea lions
- Opportunity for a self-guided visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
- Endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
- Some of the biggest schools of hammerhead sharks on the planet
- Hike the highlands of Santa Cruz to a Galapagos tortoise sanctuary
- Big pods of dolphins and thick schools of tuna and jacks
Day 1: Baltra
Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from Mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning. The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport and escort them to the Humboldt Explorer. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, and listen to the briefings.
Day 2: Baltra North (2 Dives)
6:30 and 9:30 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 the Northern Islands (long transit).
Day 3: Wolf Island (3 dives)
10:30, 2:00, and 4:30 dives. Possible night dive. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks, and silky sharks.
Day 4: Wolf Island & Darwin (4 dives)
6:30, 10:30 dives in Wolf, then transits to Darwin. 2:00 and 4:30 dives in Darwin. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks, and silky sharks.
Day 5: Darwin Island (4 Dives)
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.
Day 6: Darwin Island (4 Dives)
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.
Day 7: Wolf Island (4 Dives)
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. Long transit to Cabo Douglas.
Day 8: Cabo Douglas (2-3 Dives)
Sightings include marine iguanas. Transit to Punta Vicente Roca.
Day 9: Cabo Marshall (3-4 Dives)
Sightings often include mantas, barracudas, and many more. Transit to Cousins Rock.
Day 10: Cousin’s Rock (1-2 Dives)
6:30 and 9:30 dives (number of dives dependent on travel time from Cabo Marshall). This is a great macro dive with an excellent chance of seeing seahorses, sea lions, and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz (3 hours). In the afternoon, 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 Humboldt Explorer at 8:30pm.
Day 11: Baltra
Depart the vessel by 8:30 am. 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
08:30am
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
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31
Oct
2026
Galapagos Special - Itinerary A
11 days / 10 nights
•
28-29 dives
from $9,995 /guest
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31Oct 26
Galapagos Special - Itinerary A
11D / 10N
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28-29 dives
from $9,995 /guest
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