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Seymour Channel Diving

Santa Cruz

1 day

Duration

Open Water License

Difficulty

12 años

Age

Requirement: To have an Open Water License and having dived for at least six months prior to the tour date.

If you do not meet the six-month requirement, it is recommended to undergo a Refresh Dive.

Tour details

Explore diving in Seymour Channel, Galápagos, one of the most recognized dive sites in the archipelago, in an experience that includes two dives in an area with a high concentration of marine life, ideal for certified divers looking for a Galápagos diving tour with frequent encounters with different species in a single day.

Wildlife you’ll have the opportunity to observe

At sea:

  • Reef sharks
  • Hammerhead sharks
  • Galápagos sharks
  • Blacktip sharks
  • Rays
  • Sea turtles
  • A wide variety of tropical fish

Birds:

  • Blue-footed boobies
  • Seagulls
  • Pelicans
  • Frigatebirds

Equipment:

Long wetsuit

Fins
Boots
mascara snorkel
Snorkel
mask
mascara snorkel

Regulator BCD (Buoyancy Control Device)

buzo

Lead Weights

mascara snorkel

Two tanks

IMPORTANT: Every passenger must arrive at the agency one day before the tour for the equipment test, between 3:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Nature of the site:

Seymour Channel | 2 inmersions:

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

Tour includes:

Lunch

Snacks

Drinks

Fruits

Towels

Life jacket

Diving instructor

Water

Diving equipment

Itinerary:

Departure and navigation to Seymour Channel

The Seymour Channel diving tour begins with a transfer from Santa Cruz to this well-known dive site in Galápagos, located near Baltra Island, where you will receive the pre-dive briefing and prepare your equipment.

First dive in Seymour Channel
The first dive takes place in one of the areas of Seymour Channel, a site known for its high marine activity, ideal for spotting sharks, rays, and tropical fish.
Surface interval

After the first dive, you will return to the boat for a surface interval, where you can rest, hydrate, and enjoy snacks while preparing for the next dive.

Second dive in Seymour Channel

The second dive takes place on another side of the channel, allowing you to explore a different area within this Galapagos dive site and increase your chances of observing more marine life.

Return to Santa Cruz

After completing the Seymour Channel diving tour, the return to Santa Cruz begins, concluding a full day of diving at one of the most visited sites in Galápagos.

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Recommendations:

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Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a water bottle, and personal items for your trip.

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If you have your own snorkeling or diving equipment, you can bring it either a day before and leave it at the agency or on the same day as the tour.

Condiciones:

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This itinerary is subject to changes at the discretion of the Galapagos National Park and your Naturalist guide, depending on ocean conditions. We take safety seriously and always strive to provide the best and safest experience.
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Due to the pandemic, we’ve implemented strict cleaning policies. All equipment is thoroughly disinfected between uses, the agency and the boat are cleaned daily, and hand sanitizer is available at all times.

$250

Tour price

Explore diving in Seymour Channel, Galápagos, one of the most recognized dive sites in the archipelago, in an experience that includes two dives in an area with a high concentration of marine life.

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