Having lived in Galapagos for more than ten years and worked with all these boats in some form, I will give you a quick rundown of all of them, show you the differences between them, and hopefully help you to make your choice!<\/p>\n
Of course, if you would rather have a land-based dive package, please browse all the Galapagos Land Tours<\/a> available. (Our Galapagos Diving Trips<\/a> aren’t too shabby either.)<\/p>\n This is just my humble opinion, but let\u2019s start with the boats we work with the most due to:<\/p>\n It is one of the boats that can offer a last-minute price if you are looking to book a cruise within the week of its departure (they still have space, of course). Due to the reasonable price (for the Galapagos) and the excellent reputation, they are pretty full year-round, but you can snag a great deal if you are lucky.<\/p>\n You can see more details, pictures, itinerary, and prices here.<\/a><\/p>\n This boat also offers some discount for group bookings of 8 or 16 passengers \u2013 ask us about it.<\/a><\/p>\n Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Monday \u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport \u2013 San Cristobal, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive. The itinerary still takes its passengers to Wolf and Darwin, but the cabins are a little smaller, have bunk beds, and the recreational \u00e1reas are a Little smaller than it\u2019s first-class cousins.<\/p>\n The service provided will rival any on the higher-class boats, so I would definitely consider it if you are on a Budget. You can see more detailed information here.<\/a><\/p>\n Need to ask us a question?<\/a><\/p>\n Itinerary: Tuesday – Tuesday Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Tuesday \u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport \u2013 Baltra, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive It is beautiful and luxurious inside, with large cabins, big showers, and bathrooms (for a ship). The top deck is fitted with a large hot tub, bar area, and lounge, perfect for watching the Galapagos sea birds circling Darwins Arch after a long day of diving. This boat will also have some great last-minute deals if they have spaces left, which I don\u2019t think will be many once the world gets back to some normality!<\/p>\n As the boat is brand new, I don’t have a page for it yet, but you can ask us anything here.<\/a><\/p>\n Itinerary: Saturday – Saturday Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Saturday \u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport \u2013 Baltra, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive. For more information and pictures, please click here<\/a><\/p>\n Have a question for us?<\/a><\/p>\n Itinerary: Monday – Monday Check your dates\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Monday\u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport \u2013 San Cristobal, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive. The top Deck with Jacuzzi, Bar, and Alfresco diving \u00e1rea is the most popular \u00e1rea of the boat and is perfect for sipping an ice-cold refreshment after a long but enjoyable day of diving.<\/p>\n For more information and pictures, please click here<\/a><\/p>\n Itinerary: Thursday – Thursday Have a question or want to book your dive?<\/a><\/p>\n Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Thursday\u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport \u2013 San Cristobal, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive The company has been running for years in Galapagos and has the service of a dive cruise boat down pat. With eight luxury cabins featuring private ensuites and fully airconditioned, it is one of the first class boats.<\/p>\n Have a question about the SKY?<\/a><\/p>\n Itinerary: Sunday – Sunday Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Sunday \u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport \u2013 San Cristobal, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive. The itinerary is varied and gets you over to Isla Fernandina & the west coast of Isabela and Wolf and Darwin. The partially covered sun deck is equipped with deckchairs, a hot tub, bar service, soft drinks, local beer, and wine are complimetary.<\/p>\n You can see more detailed information here<\/a><\/p>\n Itinerary: Thursday – Thursday Are you and your buddies considering diving in Galapagos in 2021, 22, or 23? Don’t miss fantastic savings! Want to check some dates?<\/a><\/p>\n Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Thursday\u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Airport- Baltra, transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive. See more detailed information here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Itinerary: Friday – Friday Points of Intrest<\/p>\n Friday \u2013<\/strong> Pick up from Puerto Ayora main pier (Isla Santa Cruz)\/ transfer to boat, lunch, briefing & check dive. This boat is brand new.<\/p>\n It promises to be an excellent first-class liveaboard, but we still await the finished pictures and arrival to Galapagos. I will update you as soon as it arrives.<\/p>\n This dive cruise is an economical option for visiting Wolf and Darwin. It is small but eventually does arrive.<\/p>\n Due to past inconveniences with some of my passengers, this boat has a long way to go before I provide further information about it for my readers.<\/p>\n So there you have it. 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Humboldt Explorer<\/h3>\n
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The Humboldt is a very good mid-range option. The company that runs this boat and the first-class option Tiburon Explorer has been running dive boats in Galapagos and around the world for quite a few years now and know how to provide good customer service and a great dive cruise.<\/p>\n\n
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\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Punta Carrion & Early afternoon Land tour onto North Seymour Island. Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nWednesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Wolf Island\/ Dive x 2 Darwin Island
\nFriday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 3 Wolf Island\/ Afternoon departure to return South
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Cousins Rock\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz Island & visit Giant tortoise reserve. Last dinner in town
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Overnight travel to San Cristobal\/ Transfer to airport<\/p>\n![\"Humboldt](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Humboldt_Explorer-saloon-610x407.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nAqua<\/h3>\n
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The Aqua is relatively new, the name that is, this boat has changed operators quite a few times over the last few years, but I think they are on a good stretch now. The boat was recently refurbished and is a nice tourist-class option.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: Baltra Island\/ Santa Cruz
\nNitrox: on board – $150 fee
\nMax passengers: 16
\nApprox cost: $4295 – this boat has some spectacular deals for the next few months, with some dates being offered at $2495 per person. Unheard of prices on a tourist class boat to reach the Northern Islands. Check your dates<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
\nWednesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Bartolome\/ Dive x 2 Cousins Rock \/ Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island
\nFriday \u2013<\/strong>Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 3 Wolf Island
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1 Roca Blanca\/ Dive x 1 Pinzon Island\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz island \u2013 Puerto Ayora, some free time in the afternoon.
\nTuesday\u2013<\/strong> visit Giant tortoise reserve\/ Transfer to the airport<\/p>\n![\"Aqua](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Aqua_lowerdeck_cabin1-610x458.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nTiburon Explorer<\/h3>\n
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The Tiburon Explorer is the luxury sister of the Humboldt Explorer and arrived in Galapagos in September 2020.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: Baltra\/ Santa Cruz
\nNitrox: on board – $150 fee
\nMax passengers: 16
\nApprox cost: $6395 – Check your dates.<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 North Baltra & Early afternoon Land tour onto North Seymour Island. Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island
\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong>Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nWednesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 3-4 Wolf Island
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1-2 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1-2 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South.
\nFriday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Cousins Rock\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz Island & visit Giant tortoise reserve. Last dinner in town
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong>Transfer to airport – Baltra<\/p>\n![\"tiburon](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2020-09-19-at-11.47.50-AM-1-610x407.jpeg\")
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<\/p>\nGalapagos Master<\/h3>\n
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The Galapagos Master is run by another international liveaboards group \u2013 Master Liveaboards, so you know you will be getting the first-class treatment they advertise. The boat has eight well-appointed modern cabins, a spacious interior, and generous outside areas. The upper deck cocktail bar is great for gathering to relive the day’s diving adventures.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: San Cristobal
\nNitrox: on board – $150 fee
\nMax passengers: 16
\nApprox cost: $5950 – The Master is giving a 40% discount for the rest of the year! AMAZING. So the cruise rates are – Lower deck $3521\/ Upper Deck $3570<\/p>\n\n
\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 North Baltra & Punta Carrion & Early afternoon Land tour onto North Seymour Island. Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nWednesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nFriday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 3-4 Wolf Island
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1-2 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1-2 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Cousins Rock\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz Island & visit Giant tortoise reserve. Last dinner in town
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Overnight transfer to San Cristobal\/ Transfer to the airport – Baltra<\/p>\n![\"Galapagos](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Galapagos-master-Cabin-6-610x407.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nCalipso<\/h3>\n
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The Calypso is one of the newer liveaboards in the Galapagos and is worthy of its first-class category. The Cabins are spacious, the dining area and decks very nicely furnished, and the dive deck has plenty of room for everyone and their equipment.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: San Cristobal
\nNitrox: on board – $150 fee (free for 2020)
\nMax passengers: 16
\nApprox cost: $5495 – the Calipso crew is giving a $1000 discount (so the cost is $4495) for departures for the rest of the year. They also offer free nitrox and a one-night stay in Quito or Guayaquil on your way out to Galapagos.<\/p>\n\n
\nFriday\u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Punta Carrion & North Seymour\/ Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong>Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Darwin Island\/ Dive x 1-2 Wolf Island
\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1-2 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1-2 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South (from JUNE \u2013 DEC) (from JAN \u2013 MAY you dive at Cabo Marshall)
\nWednesday\u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Cousins Rock\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz Island & visit Giant tortoise reserve. Last dinner in town
\nThursday \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Overnight transfer to San Cristobal\/ Transfer to the airport – Baltra<\/p>\n![\"Calipso](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/DiveDeck1-calipso-610x407.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nThe Galapagos SKY<\/h3>\n
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This is the boat with which I have worked the least. They do not offer last-minute spots, which we sell a lot of, and are the most expensive in the market, with a price of approx $6800.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: San Cristobal
\nNitrox: on board – $150 fee
\nMax passengers: 16
\nApprox cost: $6805 – I am not aware of any specials. Check your dates.<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Early morning Land tour onto Bartolome Island\/ Dive x 2 Cousins Rock Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island
\nWednesday \u2013<\/strong>Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Darwin Island \/Dive x 1 Wolf Island
\nFriday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1-2 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1-2 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South
\nSaturday\u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1 Pinzon\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz Island & visit Giant tortoise reserve. Last dinner in town
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong> Overnight transfer to San Cristobal\/Visit Interpretation Center\/Transfer to airport<\/p>\n![\"Galapagos](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/galapagos-sky-dining-610x406.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nAgressor III<\/u><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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I am sure everyone has Heard of the Agressor dive liveaboard company. They used to run two cruises here in Galapagos but upgraded the boat and stayed with just one a few years ago. The service on the Agressor is very nice, and the installations are what you would expect from a first-class liveaboard.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: Baltra
\nNitrox: on board – $150 fee
\nMax passengers: 16
\nApprox cost: $6595 – The Aggressor offers a couple of dates at $2000 off the normal price! (That never happens in Galapagos!) and other dates with a 25% saving. These trips need to be booked by the end of the month, so don’t think too long about it.<\/p>\n\n
\nFriday\u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Punta Carrion\/ Early afternoon Land tour onto Bartlome island\/ Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island.
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong>Dive x 4 Darwin Island (June – Dec)\/ Dive x 4 Wolf Island (Jan \u2013 May)
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Darwin Island\/ Dive x 1-2 Wolf Island (June \u2013 Dec)\/ Dive x 4 Cabo Marshall (Jan \u2013 May)
\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1-2 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1-2 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South.
\nWednesday\u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1 Cousins Rock\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz Island & visit Giant tortoise reserve. Last dinner in town
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong>Transfer to airport – Baltra<\/p>\n![\"Aggressor](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/galapagos-agressor-cabin-610x407.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nNortada<\/h3>\n
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The Nortada is one of the smallest liveaboards that head to Wolf and Darwin, but its passenger count is also less, giving a personalized experience to smaller groups of 8-12 passengers. The cabins are a little smaller than most other boats, with three berths in each, though the 3rd bed is only used with charters and groups who are comfortable to share. The lounge and dining area are comfortable, and the dive deck is certainly sufficient for its needs.<\/p>\n
\nDeparture: Baltra Island\/ Santa Cruz
\nNitrox: on board: $150 fee
\nMax passengers: 8-12
\nApprox cost: $5500 – I am not aware of any specials<\/p>\n\n
\nSaturday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 2 Punta Carrion\/ Dive x 2 Cousins Rock \/ Depart for Wolf and Darwin early afternoon \u2013 16+ hours transit.
\nSunday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 4 Wolf Island
\nMonday \u2013<\/strong>Dive x 4 Darwin Island
\nTuesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 3 Wolf Island
\nWednesday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1-2 Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela)\/ Dive x 1-2 Cape Douglas (Fernandina)\/ Afternoon departure South.
\nThursday \u2013<\/strong> Dive x 1 Cabo Marshall\/ Dive x 1 Roca Blanca\/ Arrive at Santa Cruz island \u2013 Puerto Ayora, some free time in the afternoon.
\nFriday\u2013<\/strong> visit Charles Darwin Research Station\/ Transfer to airport – Baltra.<\/p>\n![\"Nortada](\"https:\/\/academybaydiving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/nortada-dive-deck-610x407.jpg\")
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<\/p>\nBlue Spirit<\/h3>\n
Danubio Azul<\/h3>\n