6-Day Diving Package in Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal A

Santa Cruz & San Cristobal

6 days

Duration

Medium

Difficulty

12 years old

Age

Tour details

Dive into the underwater wonders of the Galápagos with our exclusive 6-day diving tour. This incredible package will take you to explore the best dive sites in the region, including the stunning Gordon Rocks, vibrant Seymour Norte, majestic Pared de Tijeretas, and iconic Kicker Rock. Enjoy close encounters with hammerhead sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, and an amazing diversity of marine life.

Ideal for experienced divers, this tour promises an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most famous diving destinations. Book now and discover why the Galápagos is a paradise for diving enthusiasts.

SANTA CRUZ

Day 1 – Gordon Rocks (saturday)

One of the most famous dive destinations in the Galápagos, Gordon Rocks is known for its thrilling currents and impressive marine biodiversity. This site is ideal for experienced divers seeking challenging adventures and the chance to swim alongside majestic hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, and rays. The rich marine life and stunning underwater landscapes make Gordon Rocks a must-visit for any diving enthusiast exploring the Galápagos Islands.

Wildlife you’ll have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Hammerhead sharks
  • Galápagos sharks
  • Sea turtles
  • Sea lions
  • Spoon rays
  • Spotted eagle rays
  • Moray eels and many fish attracted by the current

Birds:

  • Blue-footed boobies
  • Seagulls
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Nature of the site:

Gordon Rocks | 2 dives

Visibility: Can range from 10 to 30 meters
Temperature: January to July: 20° to 24° / August to December: 18° to 22°
Depth: 15 – 25 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Itinerary:

Tour details

Gordon Rocks is one of the region’s standout dive destinations. Located near the coast of Santa Cruz, it offers two exciting dive sites known for their strong currents and diverse marine life.

We will dive into the crystal-clear waters of Gordon Rocks and explore an underwater world teeming with Galápagos sharks, white-tipped and black-tipped sharks, hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, sunfish, and much more. Each of the two dives lasts approximately 45 minutes.

We’ll conclude our day of diving and return to the port with unforgettable memories of the underwater wonders we experienced at Gordon Rocks.

Boat

12 passengers

Duration

Full Day (7:00am – 3:30pm)

SANTA CRUZ

Day 2 – Seymour Norte and Mosquera (Sunday)

Seymour Norte and Mosquera are two of the most impressive dive destinations in the Galápagos. Seymour Norte is known for its vibrant marine life and the chance to encounter white-tipped sharks, manta rays, and reef fish in its clear waters. Mosquera, on the other hand, offers an equally fascinating environment with colorful coral gardens and the opportunity to see blacktip sharks, rays, and sea turtles.

Wildlife you’ll have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Hammerhead sharks
  • Galápagos sharks
  • White-tipped sharks
  • Eagle rays
  • Sea turtles
  • Sea lions
  • Reef fish
  • Barracudas

Birds:

  • Blue-footed boobies
  • Nazca boobies
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Nature of the site:

North Seymour

Visibility: Can range from 10 to 25 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23° to 25° | August to December: 18° to 20°
Depth: 15 – 18 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Mosquera

Visibility: Can range from 15 to 30 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23° to 25° / August to December: 18° to 20°
Depth: 12 – 18 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Itinerary:

Tour details

We will head to the crystal-clear waters of North Seymour. The dive, lasting approximately 45 minutes, will give you the chance to marvel at a variety of marine species, such as sea lions, Galápagos sharks, white-tipped and black-tipped sharks, hammerhead sharks, mobula rays, sea turtles, reef fish, eagle rays, Galápagos eels, barracudas, and a diverse range of invertebrates.

We will continue our underwater adventure at Mosquera, a small island between Baltra and Seymour. This dive is considered to be of low difficulty with moderate currents. Your dive instructor will provide guidelines before you dive into the waters for another approximately 45 minutes. At Mosquera, you can expect to see sea lions, rays, turtles, hammerhead sharks, Galápagos sharks, reef sharks, endemic fish, and more.

Boat

12 passengers

Duration

Full Day (7:00 am – 3:30 pm)

SANTA CRUZ

Day 3 – Gordon Rocks (Monday)

One of the most famous dive destinations in the Galápagos, Gordon Rocks is known for its thrilling currents and impressive marine biodiversity. This site is ideal for experienced divers seeking challenging adventures and the chance to swim alongside majestic hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, and rays. The rich marine life and stunning underwater landscapes make Gordon Rocks a must-visit for any diving enthusiast exploring the Galápagos Islands.

Wildlife you’ll have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Hammerhead sharks
  • Galápagos sharks
  • Sea turtles
  • Sea lions
  • Spoon rays
  • Eagle rays
  • Moray eels and many fish attracted by the current

Birds:

  • Blue-footed boobies
  • Seagulls
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Nature of the site:

Gordon Rocks | 2 dives

Visibility: Can range from 10 to 30 meters
Temperature: January to July: 20° to 24° / August to December: 18° to 22°
Depth: 15 – 25 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Itinerary:

Tour details

Gordon Rocks is one of the top dive destinations in the region. Located near the coast of Santa Cruz, it offers two exciting dive sites known for their strong currents and diverse marine life.

We will dive into the crystal-clear waters of Gordon Rocks and explore an underwater world teeming with Galápagos sharks, white-tipped and black-tipped sharks, hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, sunfish, and much more. Each of the two dives lasts approximately 45 minutes.

We’ll conclude our day of diving and return to the port with unforgettable memories of the underwater wonders we experienced at Gordon Rocks.

Boat

12 passengers

Duration

Full Day (7:00am – 3:30pm)

Day 4 – Tuesday

Morning | Ferry Santa Cruz – San Cristóbal

Passengers will receive detailed information two days prior via email regarding the name of the vessel and whom to contact. Passengers must present themselves at the Gus Angermeyer passenger dock in Santa Cruz by 6:00 am and go to the previously indicated stand with their name to request the ferry ticket and board. The journey between islands takes approximately two hours. After disembarking, they must check in at the agency for equipment testing.

 

  • Duration: two hours (7:00 am – 9:00 am)

Afternoon – Darwin Bay and Carawa

You’ll have the opportunity to explore two of the most fascinating diving sites in the Galápagos Islands. Discover the amazing marine life that inhabits the crystal-clear waters of Bahía de Darwin and explore the mysteries of a century-old shipwreck at Carawa.

Wildlife you’ll have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Reef Shark
  • Cat Shark
  • Sea Turtles
  • Stingrays
  • Mola Mola (Sunfish)
  • Dolphins
  • Sea Lions
  • Starfish
  • Sea Urchins
  • Various Fish Species

Birds:

  • Blue-footed Boobies
  • Nazca Boobies
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Nature of the site:

Darwin Bay

Visibility: Can range from 8 to 25 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23° to 25° / August to December: 18° to 22°
Depth: 10-18 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Carawa

Visibility: Can range from 10 to 25 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23° to 25° / August to December: 18° to 22°
Depth: 12-16 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Itinerary:

Tour details

Our first stop will be at the spectacular dive site known as Darwin Bay. Here, your dive instructor will provide a detailed introductory briefing before you dive into the crystal-clear waters. This dive will take you to explore underwater wonders for approximately 45 minutes, where you can observe a fascinating variety of marine life, including playful sea lions, reef sharks, the elusive batfish, graceful rays, curious pufferfish, elegant barracudas, majestic turtles, colorful sea urchins, and starfish of various types, as well as moray eels, lobsters, and octopuses.

Next, we’ll navigate for about 15 minutes to reach the second dive site, Carawa, where you’ll find the wreck of a ship that sank around 100 years ago. Here, you will be provided with diving equipment and receive an informative briefing from your dive guide before you dive. During this approximately 45-minute dive, you’ll follow a line around the sunken ship, exploring a fascinating underwater ecosystem that includes sea lions, rays, pufferfish, barracudas, turtles, sea urchins, diverse starfish, moray eels, lobsters, and octopuses.

Boat

6 passengers

Duration

Half day (1:00 pm – 5:30 pm)

SAN CRISTÓBAL

Day 5 – Hitler Caves and Tijeretas Wall (Wednesday)

The Hitler Caves and Tijeretas Wall in Galápagos offer unique and thrilling diving experiences. The Hitler Caves are renowned for their impressive rock formations and the opportunity to swim through underwater tunnels and caverns, while observing hammerhead sharks, turtles, and rich marine life. Tijeretas Wall is known for its vertical walls and vibrant coral gardens, where divers can enjoy close encounters with manta rays, reef fish, and turtles. Both sites provide unforgettable adventures to explore the underwater diversity and beauty of the Galápagos.

Wildlife you’ll have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Reef shark
  • Cat shark
  • Sea turtles
  • Rays
  • Sea lions
  • Starfish
  • Sea urchins
  • Various fish species
  • Coral
  • Lobsters

Birds:

  • Blue-footed boobies
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Nature of the site:

Hitler Caves
Visibility: Can range from 10 to 25 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23° to 25° / August to December: 18° to 22°
Depth: 25-35 meters
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Duration of each dive: 45 minutes

Tijeretas Wall

Visibility: It can be 10 – 20 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23°C to 25°C / August to December: 18°C to 22°C
Depth: 12 – 18 meters
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Dive time: 45 minutes

Itinerary:

Tour details

We will sail to the dive site called Hitler’s Caves. Here, passengers will prepare with the diving equipment and listen to the briefing from the dive instructor. On this dive, passengers will jump into the sea and follow a line connected from the surface to the caves on the seabed. The maximum depth on this dive will be 35 meters. During this exciting dive, you will observe sea lions, reef sharks, pufferfish, barracudas, turtles, sea urchins, various types of starfish, moray eels, lobsters, octopuses, and more. Upon exiting the cave, passengers will continue diving around the site before returning to the surface via the starting line. The dive lasts approximately 45 minutes.

Afterwards, we will sail for about 15 minutes to reach the second dive site called Tijeretas Wall. Here, passengers will prepare with the diving equipment and listen to the briefing from the dive instructor. The second dive will last approximately 45 minutes. During this dive, you can observe sea lions, reef sharks, batfish, rays, pufferfish, barracudas, turtles, sea urchins, various types of starfish, moray eels, lobsters, octopuses, and more.

Boat

6 passengers

Duration

Half day (7:30am – 1:00pm)

SAN CRISTÓBAL

Day 6: Kicker Rock (Thursday)

Kicker Rock, also known as León Dormido, is one of the most iconic diving destinations in the Galápagos. This impressive volcanic monolith offers a unique setting, with crystal-clear waters revealing a vibrant underwater world. Divers can explore its vertical walls and tunnels while encountering hammerhead sharks, manta rays, and a variety of reef fish. The combination of dramatic landscapes and rich marine life makes Kicker Rock a must-visit stop for diving enthusiasts in the Galápagos.

Wildlife you will have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Galápagos shark
  • Hammerhead shark
  • White-tip and black-tip reef sharks
  • Sea turtles
  • Manta rays
  • Mola mola (ocean sunfish)
  • Dolphins
  • Sea lions
  • Starfish
  • Sea urchins
  • Various fish species

Birds:

  • Blue-footed boobies
  • Nazca boobies
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Nature of the site:

Kicker Rock | 2 dives at different points of the rock

Visibility: It can be 10 – 30 meters
Temperature: January to July: 23°C to 25°C / August to December: 18°C to 22°C
Depth: 18 – 22 meters
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Dive time: 45 minutes

Itinerary:

Tour details

We will sail to our first destination: León Dormido. Here, you will witness the majesty of this volcanic lava rock. Upon arrival, the dive guide will provide you with a detailed briefing on the dives you will undertake. You will experience two exciting underwater dives: the first will start in the channel between the two rocks, and the second at the west corner of the rock. Each dive, lasting approximately 45 minutes, will allow you to explore a fascinating underwater world full of Galápagos sharks, white-tip and black-tip reef sharks, hammerhead sharks, turtles, manta rays, mola molas, dolphins, sea lions, starfish, sea urchins, and diverse marine life.

After the dives, you will land on one of the beautiful beaches, such as Manglesito, Puerto Grande, or Cerro Brujo, depending on the boat’s itinerary. Here, you will enjoy a lunch on board and have time to explore the beach or partake in an exciting snorkeling activity.

Boat

12 passengers

Duration

Full day (8:00am – 3:00pm)

Tour includes:

Lunch (on full-day tours)

Snacks

Drinks

Fruits

Towels

Life jackets

Dive guide

Water

Diving equipment

Tour does not include:

Accommodation

Airport-hotel transfer

Hotel-agency transfer

Dock fees ($1)

Gallery:

Equipment:

Full wetsuit

Fins
Boots

mascara snorkel
Snorkel
Mask
mascara snorkel

Regulator BCD (buoyancy control device)

buzo

Weights

mascara snorkel

12-liter tanks

Requirements:

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Have a Advanced Open Water License (minimum of 20 dives) and have dived at least six months prior to the tour date. If you do not meet the 6-month requirement, it is recommended to take a Refresh Dive.

Relevant information:

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Itineraries are subject to change at the discretion of the Galápagos National Park and your dive instructor. In certain cases, depending on ocean conditions. We take safety seriously and always strive to provide you with the best and safest experience.

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In light of the pandemic, we have implemented strict cleaning policies. Each piece of equipment is thoroughly disinfected between uses, and the agency and boat are cleaned daily. Hand sanitizer is available at all times.

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All passengers must report to the agency one day before the tour or package on each island for equipment testing, between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM, to ensure everything is ready for the tour day. If you already have all the necessary equipment, you can bring it to the agency either the day before or on the day of the tour.

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If you arrive by ferry and have a tour scheduled for the same day, you must report to the agency at least 1 hour in advance for the equipment check.

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Two days before the tour or package, we will send passengers an email with details about the meeting point, time, and the name of the vessel in the case of ferries.

$1359

Tour price

During these 6 days, you’ll have the opportunity to visit multiple islands, each with its own charm and natural wonders.

 

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