GALAXY DIVER YACHT - GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

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APRIL 17 - 24 8 DAYS DIVING $3950**
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GALAXY DIVER

INFORMATION GALAXY DIVER 

Welcome aboard the Galaxy Diver, this exclusive liveaboard, completely renovated in 2022, will take you to the most incredible dive sites and naturalists in the Galapagos Islands and will allow you to discover its hidden underwater and marine galaxy, offering a unique experience for the lovers of diving and naturalistic life.
Explore the wide variety of underwater life in this marine reserve with our experienced staff and state-of-the-art diving equipment. Live a world-class diving experience surrounded by sharks, whales, manta rays, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions and much more, all in one place.
This exclusive liveaboard, fully renewed in 2022, with both diving and naturalist itineraries, will allow you to live a once in a lifetime experience. Along with exceptional service and exquisite cuisine to enhance a fascinating journey.
The only world-class destination, the incredible Galapagos Islands provide close encounters with impressive wildlife above and below the water.

Technical Details

  • Dimensions Length: 29 mts / 96 ft
  • Beam: 6.6 mts / 6.9 ft
  • Performance
  • Cruising speed: 8-10 knots On board
  • Capacity: 12 passengers
  • Crew: 8 members + 1 bilingual guide
  • Operation and consumption
  • Electric power: 110v and 220v

Safety

  • Safety is very important to us, that is why we follow all national and international regulations in case of emergency.
  •  2 survival rafts for 20 passengers each
  • 1 survival raft for 8 passengers
  •  30 life jackets, type A
  •  25 life jackets, type B
  •  6 lifebuoys with nylon rope
  •  Fire axes and Fire hoses
  •  CO2 extinguishers
  •  Flare gun, hand lights, smoke signals and other visual signals
  •  Fire suits, smoke signals.
  •  One tank with its autonomous breathing equipment
  •  First Aid Kit

Facilities

  • LOUNGE
    Comfortable space for divers interaction with your fellow divers. A perfect place to rest after a day of adventure.
  • DINNING ROOMThe beautiful dining room has 3 tables that can accommodate 4 people each, where guests will enjoy a variety of national and international specialties prepared with care and attention by our excellent, experienced and passionate chef.
  • AL FRESCOThe Al Fresco area invites you to sense the nature life, becoming another perfect space to simply relax onboard.

GALLERY YACHT 

ACCOMODATION 

MATRIMONIAL CABIN 

Upper Deck
Cabin 9 – 7.85 m² / 84.5ft². Matrimonial or triple. (Pulldown bed – Subject Availability)
Cabin 8 – 7.85 m² / 84.5ft²
Cabin 6 – 7.85m² / 84.5ft²
Main Deck
Cabin 5 – 12m² / 129ft²
Lower Deck
Cabin 4 – 10m² / 107.6ft²
Cabin 3 – 10m² / 107.6 ft²
These type of cabins are equipped with private bathroom, hot/cold water, air conditioning, hair dryer, electric towel dryer, internal phone, safe box, closet and speaker.

TWIN CABINS  

Main Deck
Cabin 5 – 12m² / 129ft². Matrimonial or Twin.
Lower Deck
Cabin 4 – 10m² / 107.6ft². Matrimonial or Twin.
Cabin 3 – 10m² / 107.6ft². Matrimonial or Twin.
Cabin 2 – 10m² / 107.6ft²
Cabin 1 – 10m² / 107.6ft²
These type of cabins are equipped with private bathroom, hot/cold water, air conditioning, hair dryer, electric towel dryer, internal phone, safe box, closet and speaker.

DECK PLANS

MAIN DECK
On this deck are the cabin Nº5 double convertible into matrimonial, and also a purified water station, and hot drinks available 24 hours a day as well as a comfortable living room, the kitchen and the diving platform
LOWER DECK
On the lower deck are the double cabins Nº1 and Nº2 and two double cabins convertible into matrimonial ones, Nº3 and Nº4.
UPPER DECK
On this deck, there are 2 double cabins, and a double cabin convertible into a triple coach equipped with a retractable bed

DIVING INFORMATION

Scuba diving is a type of underwater activity in which divers wear breathing equipment that is completely independent of the surface air supply. In addition, it is important to be well informed on this matter. Below you will find important information for your fellow divers so they can have a great experience.. 

Waiver Form
This form must be completed prior your trip and provide it to your agency.

Sea conditions
Water temperatures fluctuate through the year as is very important to keep track of this information

Diving Gear
The use of proper equipment is crucial when diving. You can ask us about the prices of the Diving Equipment. 

Contact Us
You can ask for any questions about diving in the enchanted islands. Undoubtedly one of the bad high points of world diving.

About Galaxy Diver Itinerary

The totally 100% renovated exclusive liveaboard will take you to the most incredible locations and allow you to discover the hidden underwater live of the Galapagos Islands. Live a world-class diving experience surrounded by sharks, whales, manta rays, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions and much more, all in one place.

DIVING 
GUIDES

DIVING 
GUESTS

DAY BY DAY - DIVING - 8 DAYS

DAY 1 - WEDNESDAY

AM: BALTRA AIRPORT
Trevelers are landing from mainland Ecuador. “Welcome to the Galapagos Islands”, Arrival at Baltra airport where you will meet our dive guides at designated area. Escorted transfer from airport to the Galaxy Diver We’ll show your accommodations and the Dive master will hold a short briefing on all safety and emergency protocols. Lunch is served onboard.

PM: BALTRA NORTHEAST
The first dive in the Galapagos Islands is the moment to test the equipment to allow divers to maintain adequate buoyancy to take care of the bottom and marine life, in addition to checking that the diving equipment works properly. While exploring the site you can enjoy schools of reef fish, skate rays, eagle rays, moray eels, turtles, garden eels, white tip sharks.
Immersions: 1 (Check out Dive)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 2 – THURSDAY

AM: EL DERRUMBE / LA VENTANA ISLET
The Landslide Dive Site in Wolf Island is only accessible from a liveaboard. It is locally known as El Derrumbe and is one of the most famous dive sites in the archipelago. This day we will have one of the most interesting and remote visits. It was named like that, as it was visited by Theodor Wolf, the German geologist who spent considerable years mapping and studying the geology of Galapagos. Wolf Island has a very large colony of seabirds (Nazca boobies, red-footed boobies, frigate birds, swallow-tailed gulls) and under its waters a great variety of reef fish, green turtles, hawksbill turtles, jacks, Galapagos sharks, silky sharks, school of hammerhead sharks, eagle rays, bottle-nosed dolphins, sea lions. From July to November is the whale shark season where you can enjoy sightings of these giant creatures.
El Derrumbe is particularly well known to see Hammerheads and Galapagos Sharks. Whale sharks have also been encountered here, as well as a huge range of fish, rays, turtles, marine mammals and many more iconic Galápagos creatures.
Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate

PM: LA BANANA / SHARK BAY
The north Islet known by locals as La Banana is a wall dive like caverns, tunnels and a pinnacle. There is always moderate to heavy current here and visibility is often limited. Some very impressive and large animals such as whale sharks, hammerheads and dolphins are spotted here. Shark Bay at Wolf Island is an underwater visitor point well known as being among the best dive sites in Galapagos to see Hammerheads and Galapagos Sharks. The giants of the sea “Whale sharks” have also been encountered here, as well as a huge range of fish, Galapagos rays, turtles, marine mammals and many more iconic Galápagos creatures.
Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 3 - FRIDAY

AM: EL ARENAL
Darwin Island, rich on the variety of its pelagic species in the depths of the Pacific Ocean and one of the smallest islands on the archipelago, is a spectacular area for diving as it is considered as one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World. It is located close to Wolf. El Arenal is considered one of the best diving points in the entire world, sloping off Darwin’s Arch. The currents are moderate to strong and depth ranges from 46 to 121 ft, with visibility from 40 to 80 ft. There is an amazing array of marine wildlife you can encounter, like dolphins commonly sighted feeding on schools of fish, hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, rays, Galapagos sharks and even tiger sharks and killer whales. It offers a unique experience, not just from the impressive marine life, but the geological formations as well.Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate

PM: THE DARWIN´S TOWERS (DARWIN ARCH BEFORE)
On May 17th, 2022 the famous Darwin's Arch crumbled at the top of its structure, leaving a "pillar" shape, but this new shape has not affected its marine life. Like Wolf, Darwin has a large colony of seabirds (red-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, frigate birds) and is also a hot spot for the giant whale sharks that visit the Galapagos Islands every year from July to November. What is unique about the whale shark populations is that 99% of the sightings are apparently pregnant females. The abundance of marine life surrounding the famous Darwin's Arch is unique, a great variety of reef fish, hammerhead sharks in cleaning stations, Galapagos sharks, silky sharks, hawksbill turtles, green turtles, moray eels, lobsters, jacks, bottlenose dolphins.Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 4 - SATURDAY

AM: EL ARENAL
Darwin Island, rich on the variety of its pelagic species in the depths of the Pacific Ocean and one of the smallest islands on the archipelago, is a spectacular area for diving as it is considered as one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World. It is located close to Wolf. El Arenal is considered one of the best diving points in the entire world, sloping off Darwin’s Arch. The currents are moderate to strong and depth ranges from 46 to 121 ft, with visibility from 40 to 80 ft. There is an amazing array of marine wildlife you can encounter, like dolphins commonly sighted feeding on schools of fish, hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, rays, Galapagos sharks and even tiger sharks and killer whales. It offers a unique experience, not just from the impressive marine life, but the geological formations as well.
Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate

PM: THE DARWIN´S TOWERS (DARWIN ARCH BEFORE)
On May 17th, 2022 the famous Darwin's Arch crumbled at the top of its structure, leaving a "pillar" shape, but this new shape has not affected its marine life. Like Wolf, Darwin has a large colony of seabirds (red-footed boobies, Nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, frigate birds) and is also a hot spot for the giant whale sharks that visit the Galapagos Islands every year from July to November. What is unique about the whale shark populations is that 99% of the sightings are apparently pregnant females. The abundance of marine life surrounding the famous Darwin's Arch is unique, a great variety of reef fish, hammerhead sharks in cleaning stations, Galapagos sharks, silky sharks, hawksbill turtles, green turtles, moray eels, lobsters, jacks, bottlenose dolphins.
Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 5 - SUNDAY

AM: DOUGLAS CAPE
We dive Douglas Cape in the morning to observe the gracious marine iguanas feeding on algae, underwater. First, you can observe them catching sun to warm them up and later they will go into the sea to feed themselves for around 20 minutes, they return to the shores and warm up again. It will be different to see them lying on the beach, but their appearance is different, even elegant in the water. A dive with unique species in the world such as red-lipped batfish, fur seals, and the famous Galapagos marine iguana, also you can have encounters with the Galapagos penguin and flightless cormorants that are usually hunting.
Immersions: 1
Difficulty: Moderate

PM: VICENTE ROCA POINT
Vicente Roca Point, is on the northwest coast of Isabela Island. There are few colorful dives in Galapagos and this site is one of them, the abundant concentration of corals and gorgonians make this site one of the best to enjoy with macro life such as seahorses, different species of nudibranchs, toadfish, cat shark, possible sightings of penguins and flying cormorants, green turtle, and one of the main attractions of the site is the largest bony fish in the world the Mola Alexandrini (a species of Mola Mola).
Immersions: 1
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 6 - MONDAY

AM: MARSHALL CAPE
Marshall Cape, located on the Northeast side of Isabela Island, with its populations of giant mantarrays, mobulas, enormous schools of barracudas, Galapagos sharks, sea lions and the, by now, traditional host of Galapagos critters. All these species are possible to see due to the plankton-rich waters on this area. Marshall Cape has another important attraction, the flightless cormorants, which can be seen resting on the shores.
Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate

PM: CITY OF THE MANTAS
Giant Manta Rays are highly migratory, however in this dive site there are sightings all year round, with high peaks in the season from July to November where the Humboldt current attracts more plankton which is the main diet of these species, as well as mobulas, sea turtles, skate rays, schools of reef fish, schools of barracudas.
Immersions: 1
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 7 - TUESDAY

AM: COUSIN ROCK
Another colorful place to dive in Galapagos, a beautiful wall with corals and gorgonians where you can see macro life such as seahorses, reef fish, toad fish, coral hawks, a variety of nudibranchs, you can also see a school of eagle rays, white tip sharks, mobulas, school of barracudas, sea lions.
Immersions: 2
Difficulty: Moderate

PM: BARTOLOME
Bartolome is one of the most iconic places in the Galapagos and one of the few where you can see penguins without going to the remote areas of western Isabela and Fernandina. You will get great views of Pinnacle Rock, located in the northern side of the island, right next to a beautiful peach-color sand beach.
The hike to the top of the island is fantastic and will offer you incredible views of lunar landscapes with scattered volcanic cones. Many islands are visible from this outlook, as well as the bay of Sullivan and the Pinnacle rock.
Snorkel: You will have the option to swim or snorkel from the beach. This area holds a well- deserved reputation of being one of the best snorkeling places in the Galapagos, not only because it’s clear and calm water, but also because of the presence of penguins, which are relatively easy to find while snorkeling, along with an incredible diversity of fish, colorful invertebrates, sea lions, turtles, rays and reef sharks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging: Yacht Galaxy Diver

DAY 8 - WEDNESDAY

AM: TWIN CRATERS
The Twin Craters or also known as “Los Gemelos”, are located on the way to the Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. You will find them on both sides of the road leading from Puerto Ayora to Baltra. In fact, they are not real craters, they were created by the collapse of surface material in underground fissures and chambers. You will have a wonderful view of the local flora, like Scalesia plants. On this site it is also possible to observe the endemic short-ear owl.
Then, transfer to the airport to take your flight back to continental Ecuador.

Meals: Breakfast

Galaxy Diver  Yacht RATES 2024 
Per person

8 DAYS

$​5060

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INCLUDED:

  • Accommodation onboard for length of cruise ( Upper and main deck cabins)
  •  All meals, snacks, and beverages (alcohol extra)
  •  Unlimited Nitrox
  • Master dive guide English - Spanish
  •  Weights, weight belts, and air tanks ( 12L) (DIVE ITINERARY)
  • We provide DA1 Dive Alerts, basic SMBs, and Nautilus Lifeline at no charge. (DIVE ITINERARY)
  • Airport transfers in SCY when arrival/departure is on official flights
  • .Wi-Fi

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Flights to/from Galapagos
  • National Park Entrance fee ($100) Per person, TCT visitor card ($20) Per person and recompression chamber fee ($35) Per Person. 
  • Equipment - Full kit rental is $275. Rental includes BC,Regulator, Wetsuit, Fins & Booties, Mask*
  •  Computer rental is $85*
  • Diver will be responsible for replacement costs if equipment is damaged:$50 for dive alert,$40 for SMB, $250 for Nautilus Lifeline,$75 for ditched weight belt.
  • Personal expenses and gratuities are not included.
  •  Personal Expenses: alcohol, gratuities are not included.
  •  Diving Insurance and personal insurance.
  • Onboard credit card charges are subject to both VAT and an admin fee of 5%.
  •  * Unless detailed in Additional Services

Facts & Questions

What is the minimun age for divers in the Galaxy diver?
  • Minimum age of 15 for divers is strongly suggested.
Whats the dive insurance needed?

Do not confuse regular travel medical and/or travel insurance with diving-specific insurance such as DAN (Divers Alert Network) or Dive Assure. This type of insurance will cover all of your scuba diving and snorkeling activities, including the costs for recompression chamber treatment and emergency air evacuation. These are not covered by the average travel insurance.

We usually recommend contacting DAN or Dive Assure who can set you up with a travel insurance plan which includes general travel insurance, including trip cancellation …. plus full dive coverage.

Can beginners dive in the Galapagos?

Galapagos Islands is a truly unique experience. So yes, you should definitely take that PADI scuba diving Galapagos beginner course before opting for a liveaboard.

How difficult is diving in Galapagos?

Currents are moderate to strong and may require you to grab hold of rocks below the surface so you don’t drift away.

What experience is needed for diving in the Galapagos?

Due to its currents Only experienced divers should be going on a liveaboard. (Minimum Advanced Open Water, 50 logged dives, and experience in cold water and currents.)

How many logged dives do you need at least to dive in the Galaxy Diver Galapagos?

Visitors will need to have a PADI Certification (minimum Open Water Diver license) or equivalent and a total of at least 50 logged dives.

What is the best time to go to the Galapagos?

In December and May, the water temperature becomes warmer, creating a favorable environment for impressive and colorful marine biodiversity. In these warm waters, divers can enjoy excellent visibility as the presence of sediments and algae is minimal.
From June to November, the water temperature decreases, providing an opportunity for cold-water diving. During this period, unique species such as hammerheads and whale sharks can be encountered. These months create a paradise for diving enthusiasts and marine life lovers.

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