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September 21, 2023
If you’ve got your heart set on heading to the Galápagos Islands this winter, we don’t blame you! As locals, all of us here at Academy Bay Diving have experienced these wonderful islands’ varied seasons many times over – so we know all the pros and cons of visiting at different times of the year. […]
August 15, 2023
If exploring an underwater utopia is top of your bucket list, there’s nowhere better to do it than the Galápagos Islands! Located deep in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, this ancient archipelago is home to nearly 3,000 species of marine life, and is one of the world’s foremost diving destinations. Whether you want to […]
July 24, 2023
Greetings from Academy Bay Diving, your gateway to the enchanted Galapagos Islands. Picture yourself standing by the sea, the turquoise waters teem with vibrant sea creatures while friendly sea lions and prehistoric-looking iguanas bask in the sun nearby. This is not a fantasy but the remarkable reality of the Galapagos Islands — a place where […]
July 10, 2023
When you imagine the Galápagos Islands, what do you see? Chances are, you’ll picture endless stretches of sun-kissed sands, idyllic islands, and an underwater utopia full of mysterious marine life. And while you’ll certainly find all of these in the Galápagos, you might be surprised to hear that many wonderful land creatures also dwell upon […]
July 1, 2023
Just 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands are famous for their giant tortoises, blue-footed birds, and sublime sandy beaches. And while they certainly have all of these in abundance, there’s a lot more to this tropical paradise than meets the eye. From fascinating flora, to a curious climate, and contributing to […]
June 2, 2023
If getting up close and personal with wondrous wildlife is top of your bucket list, a visit to the Galápagos Islands is a must-do. Around 1,000km off the coast of Ecuador, in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, this volcanic archipelago is famed for providing the inspiration for Charles Darwin’s ‘Theory of Evolution’. And, as […]
January 31, 2023
Four of the Galapagos Archipelago’s thirteen major islands are inhabited by people. This means that 97% of the Galapagos Islands’ land mass is unpopulated and maintained as a national park. The remoteness of the islands and their international fame for being home to magnificent animals means that the archipelago’s 30,000 human residents are often overlooked. […]
January 26, 2023
We’re often asked at Academy Bay Diving whether Ecuador makes for a great holiday destination. It is, after all, generally the first stop on any traveler’s visit to the Galapagos Islands. Ecuador is home to the Andes mountain range, abundant wildlife such as monkeys and sloths, and one of the most biodiverse places on Earth: […]
November 28, 2022
Learn about what makes the Galapagos Islands so rich in wildlife.
October 17, 2022
Learn about what makes the Galapagos Islands so rich in wildlife.
