🌊 Discover Diving in Galápagos: A Unique Underwater Experience
The Galápagos Islands offer one of the most breathtaking diving environments on Earth, where marine biodiversity reaches extraordinary levels. Each dive is a chance to encounter iconic species like schooling hammerhead sharks, playful sea lions, majestic manta rays, and if you're lucky the elusive sunfish.
From calm, shallow sites perfect for beginners to thrilling drift dives with strong currents for seasoned divers, Galápagos has something for every skill level. The combination of volcanic landscapes and nutrient-rich waters creates the ideal setting for unforgettable encounters beneath the surface.
SEYMOUR POINT & MOSQUERA
Every Wednesday and Saturday.
· Level: All divers
· Travel Time: ⏱️Approx. 1 hour by car and boat from Puerto Ayora
· Difficulty: 🌊 Moderate to mild currents, suitable for beginners and experienced divers.
· Highlights: White and blacktip reef sharks, green sea turtles, eagle rays, manta rays, hammerheads, Galapagos sharks, playful sea lions, and vast colonies of garden eels.
DAPHNE & MOSQUERA
Every Friday
· Level: All divers
· Travel Time: ⏱️ 1 hour from Puerto Ayora
· Difficulty: 🌊 Easy to intermediate (shallow wall dive).
· Highlights: Manta rays, juvenile Galapagos sharks, whitetip reef sharks, and eagle rays, occasional sightings of hammerhead sharks cruising through the currents
GORDON ROCKS
Every Thursday and Sunday
· Level: Advanced
· Travel Time: ⏱️ 45 min – 1 hour from Puerto Ayora
· Difficulty: 🌊 Strong currents, recommended for divers with 30+ logged dives
· Highlights: Schools of hammerhead sharks, white and blacktip reef sharks, green sea turtles, sea lions, eagle rays, manta rays, and the occasional Mola mola.
Discover Scuba Diving from Santa Cruz
Daily dive trips from Santa Cruz give us access to some of the most iconic sites in the Galapagos Marine Reserve. From volcanic craters and dramatic rock formations to vibrant reefs and hidden caves, every dive offers a new adventure beneath the waves.
✨ Get inspired by the best dive sites in Galapagos and start planning your unforgettable trip!
Our Day Dive Trips Include:
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Experienced, bilingual guides (English & Spanish)
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Brief check dive (weights & gear) 5–10 minutes
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2 guided dives per day
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Complete dive equipment: wetsuit (5 & 7mm), BCD, regulator, booties, fins, hood, tanks
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Lunch, snacks, and drinking water
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Towels onboard
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Photos and videos captured by your guide
Important Notes for Divers
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Plan your start date carefully: Gordon Rocks is one of the most famous dive sites in Galapagos, but it can present strong currents. If you are a beginner or haven’t been diving for several years, we recommend scheduling Gordon Rocks after your first days of diving.
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Best arrival days: If booking a package or multiple dive days, arriving on a Sunday or Wednesday allows you to enjoy 2–3 dives before visiting Gordon Rocks.
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Safety first: Our guides may cancel Gordon Rocks dives if they determine your experience level is not sufficient for safe conditions.
Custom Dive Packages
We can arrange packages focused exclusively on diving or combine them with other non diving activities, so you can explore the many wonders of Galapagos at your own pace.
🌊 A trip to the Galapagos is often a once in a lifetime experience let us help you make it truly unforgettable!