Galapagos - Ecuador
Liveaboard Diving Cruise
8 Days
Included
Easy
16 Passengers
The Galapagos Master Diving Cruise provides all year round sailing stability and diving itineraries in the Galapagos Islands. The cruise is 105 feet (32 m) and the yacht can accommodate up to 16 guests in 9 spacious cabins. Stateroom options include: Premium staterooms on the center deck with queen size bed and 2 large windows. Classic cabins on the lower deck have twin or double beds and porthole views. Premium cabins on the upper deck can be upgraded as needed to two single or queen size bed options. All cabins have private bathrooms with hot showers, hairdryers, towels, bathrobes, closets, built-in wall fans, reading lights, bedding, 110-220V 2, and individual temperature controls.
An indoor lounge with comfortable seating, entertainment system and air-conditioning is located on the central deck. The dining room features buffet-style meals cooked by the on-board chef. The bar is located just off the dining room. The outside deck is the ideal place to relax between dives and the sun deck is where divers often gather to revive their adventures. The boat has auxiliary boats and 2 dive masters available to accompany the group. The dive platform is well stocked and has enough space for all the equipment. On board there are nitrox refills, storage boxes, rinse tanks, and hot water on the showers. The Galapagos Master offers diving vacations; its 7- and 10-night itineraries depart from San Cristobal.
Itineraries
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WED Arrival at Airport
THU Punta Carrion, North Seymour
FRI AND SAT Darwin Bay
SUN Wolf Island: Isla Lobos
MON Vicente Roca Point
TUE Cousin Rock, Santa Cruz
WED Interpretation Center on San Cristobal Island, Airport
(8 days)
Day 1: Ā The day begins on a Monday morning at the airport, transport to Galapagos Master, lunch, and an evening time check out dive. This one will allow you to not only review your dive gear but also get to be familiar with some of the local marine life. It will take place in a protected bay in an outstanding shallow spot, at a maximum depth of 9m (30ft).
Day 2: Tuesday will begin with two dives at Punta Carrion and Baltra North East, preceded by a property tour of North Seymour Island in the midday before cruising north in the late afternoon.
Day 3 and 4: Darwin will be visited on Wednesday and Thursday. Considered a āmarine wonderlandā, Darwinās Island is perfect for diving. Among the animals you can run across when diving here are hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, rays, green turtles, and a variety of tropical reef fish.
Day 5:Friday will be spent at Wolf, preceded by an evening voyage south. Wolf is an Island in GalƔpagos full of places to visit and explore. Wolf Island, like Darwin Island, was once a submerged volcano whose top rose above the sea to become the island we see today. The diving areas surrounding Isla de los Lobos de Galapagos are composed of volcanic platforms, cliffs, and underwater caverns that are filled with a variety of marine life.
Day 6: The day will be spent at Punta Vicente Roca on Saturday. An Isabela is a stopping point for diving vessels like the Galapagos Sky. This dive is a wall dive with lots of coral-covered crevices to search for underwater life. Typically, currents are weak and visibility is good. This stunning site is perfect for snorkeling which you can only get access by boats since there is no place for landing. Tourists should keep their eyes open to witness puffer fish, octopus, seahorses, frogfish, red-lipped batfish, seahorses, and other reef fish. Sea lions, seagulls, and penguins frequently dive here in search of fish.
Day 7 Sunday morning, will be spent on a dive trip to Cousin Rock. a triangle rock that is about a hundred feet long and thirty feet above the surface. The depth of the water can exceed 90 feet. The region is used as a cleaning station by white tip sharks, stingers and eagle rays, sea lions and turtles, and an amazing diversity of intriguing and colorful schools of reef fish. Also, Cousin’s Rock waters are suitable for all levels of diver. Then, the day will be followed by a land visit to see giant land tortoises on Santa Cruz.
Day 8: Monday will begin with a visit to the Interpretation Center on San CristĆ³bal Island, followed by departing and handover to the airport or a nearby hotel.
2024 PRICES | |
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8 Days | |
Standard | US$6,790 |
2025 PRICES | |
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8 Days | |
Standard | US$7,140 |
Vessel type
Diving Yacht
Year built
2004
Length
106ft ( 32m)
Beam
25ft ( 8m)
Max speed
10 knots
Crew
10 members including captain + 2 guides
Capacity
16 passengers
Decks
3
Classic Twin Cabins
Situated on the lower deck of the vessel, these fixed twin cabins offer comfortable accommodation for two guests in two single beds. Each cabin is completed with Individually controlled Air Conditioning, Ample storage, Entertainment System, Extra Towels.
Classic Twin/Double Cabins
Located on the lower deck of the vessel, these versatile cabins offer flexible accommodation for two guests in either two single beds or one large double bed. Each cabin is completed with Individually controlled Air Conditioning, Ample storage, Entertainment System, Extra Towels.
Premium Double Cabin
Situated on the middle deck of the vessel, this spacious cabin offers comfortable accommodation for two guests in a double bed. Each cabin is completed with Individually controlled Air Conditioning, Ample storage, Entertainment System, Extra Towels.
Premium Twin/Double Cabins
Located on the upper deck of the vessel, these spacious cabins provide stunning views along with ample storage and ensuite facilities. Each cabin is completed with Individually controlled Air Conditioning, Ample storage, Entertainment System, Extra Towels.
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Toiletries
Room towels
110v Electricity point in cabin
Lounge Area
Bar
Sundeck