Your Travel Experience with Galapagos PRO
Day 1
Transfer
After arriving at the airport at Baltra, transfer to the harbour to board the Galaxy Diver II. When everyone is on board, you will receive an introduction to the boat and mandatory safety briefings.
Baltra Island
Afternoon: The first dive of the tour will be at the northeastern side of the island Baltra. Here, you will perform a check dive, adjusting the weights and condition of the equipment, accompanied by rays, sharks and sea lions.
Day 2
Punta Carrion
Morning: Today you will go to Carrion Point, also known as Punta Carrión. It is located on the east side of Santa Cruz Island. The crystal clear turquoise waters of the bay are a great place for diving. There is a variety of marine life to observe in this bay, from tropical fish and sea lions to manta rays, reef sharks and hammerheads.
On the way to Wolf Island
Afternoon: In the afternoon you will sail for 14 hours to Wolf Island.
Day 3
La Banana on Wolf Island
Morning: The beauty in the waters here is unbelievable, you will spot hundreds of hammerhead sharks as well as eagle rays, Galapagos sharks, and countless schools of fish, tuna and sea turtles. Moreover, although you won't necessarily see dolphins, you will definitely be able to hear their clicking sounds.
El Derrumbe on Wolf Island
Afternoon: El Derrumbe is the main dive attraction on Wolf Island. It is well-known among divers for its diverse and abundant marine wildlife. Thanks to the cold currents, the great spotted whale shark, various species of whales, and hammerhead, as well as white-tipped, and Galapagos sharks are often seen. While many seabirds frequent the cliffs of the island, the most famous flying resident is the vampire finch.
Day 4
Darwin Island
Morning: Darwin Island is the northernmost island in the archipelago. Encounters with whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, and the Galapagos sharks are possible depending on the season. The main diving spot at Darwin Island is Darwin’s arch, nicknamed ‘the theatre’. It is an irregular bridge-like submerged plateau that is around 50 to 78 feet deep. The shape is a result of erosion and it has a ‘viewing’ platform 18 meters deep. It is the most famous dive site in the Galapagos Islands and is recognized as one of the best dive sites in the world! Whale sharks and schools of hammerheads often frequent this area.
Darwin's Arch
Afternoon: If it’s big animals you crave, then Darwin’s Arch is quite possibly the best dive in the world. Massive whale sharks, sea turtles, burly sharks of many varieties, moray eels, eagle rays hammerhead schools thick enough to blot out the sun. Darwin's arch has earned its place at the top of the bucket lists for many divers.
Day 5
Darwin Island
Morning: Darwin Island is the northernmost island in the archipelago. Encounters with whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, and the Galapagos sharks are possible depending on the season. The main diving spot at Darwin Island is Darwin’s arch, nicknamed ‘the theatre’. It is an irregular bridge-like submerged plateau that is around 50 to 78 feet deep. The shape is a result of erosion and it has a ‘viewing’ platform 18 meters deep. It is the most famous dive site in the Galapagos Islands and is recognized as one of the best dive sites in the world! Whale sharks and schools of hammerheads often frequent this area.
El Derrumbe on Wolf Island
Afternoon: El Derrumbe is the main dive attraction on Wolf Island. It is well-known among divers for its diverse and abundant marine wildlife. Thanks to the cold currents, the great spotted whale shark, various species of whales, and hammerhead, as well as white-tipped, and Galapagos sharks are often seen. While many seabirds frequent the cliffs of the island, the most famous flying resident is the vampire finch.
Day 6
Cape Marshall at Isabela Island
Morning: Marshall Cape is an iconic location in the Galapagos Islands, especially known for its majestic volcanic walls that plunge into the ocean's depths. This underwater landscape becomes a sanctuary for large schools of fish and graceful manta rays that dance in the waters. Popular among divers, Cabo Marshall, as it is known in Spanish, offers a unique diving experience, thanks to the currents and the rich biodiversity these waters house. Diving: Its volcanic walls provide shelter to various marine species. It's not uncommon to encounter schools of hammerhead sharks, barracudas, and, of course, the elegant manta rays that call this spot home. Highlights: Underwater volcanic walls, manta rays, schools of fish, and hammerhead sharks.
City of Mantas on Isabela Island
Afternoon: City of the Mantas: It's one of the hidden gems of the Galapagos Islands, a site that, as its name suggests, is famous for its encounters with manta rays. This destination offers visitors the chance to immerse themselves in a deep blue world, where giant manta rays, along with other marine residents, glide gracefully and majestically. The area, besides being a sanctuary for these creatures, is a biodiversity spectacle, with colorful corals and tropical fish complementing the scene. Diving: Provides an even more intimate experience with marine life, where the sensation of floating among manta rays becomes a tangible reality. Highlights: Manta rays, rich coral reefs with diverse marine fauna.
Day 7
Cousins Rock at Santiago Island
Morning: Rocas Cousin. Todays dive is at an island located 15 minutes by boat from the Island Bartolomé. Cousins rock has moderate currents and offers excellent opportunities to see seahorses, schools of eagle rays, sea lions and fur seals. The steep slope has many holes and small caves, which offer perfect refuge for eels, octopuses, and lobster. This seascape is framed with black corals and different species of sponges. After lunch, you will dive in this area again before setting sail for the exclusive Wolf Island.
Highlands of Santa Cruz Island
Afternoon: As you venture into Santa Cruz's higher altitude areas, you will notice the changes in the vegetation as the climate becomes wetter and warmer. The earth in the upper altitudes is rich in minerals. Coffee plantations and fruit orchards line the streets. Here you can observe the famous Galapagos giant tortoises in the wild, using the new knowledge you gained at Charles Darwin Station in the morning.
The Scalesia forests in this area offer the opportunity to discover endemic species of the Galapagos Islands, as well as giant cacti and a variety of deciduous trees and edible fruits.
Here you can also visit the twin 'craters' Los Gemelos. While they are not craters in the technical sense, these 70-meter vertical gullies with a carpet of lush vegetation are an impressive sight to behold.
Day 8
Transfer
You will conclude in the harbour of Baltra. From there, transfer to Baltra Airport in time for your return flight to the mainland, or continue with your planned route through the Galapagos.