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Cape Douglas

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All about Cape Douglas dive site

On the wild western edge of the archipelago, Cape Douglas feels like a front-row seat to the Galápagos’ cool-water personality—rugged shoreline above, nutrient-charged sea below. Dives here often unfold over volcanic rock where the action can be surprisingly close to shore

What to see

Galápagos marine iguanas are the signature sight, with green sea turtles and sea lions commonly around. galápagos penguins and flightless cormorants are often part of the same scene near the coastline

When To Go Diving

The cooler, nutrient-rich season from June to December is often considered the strongest window on this coast, with water commonly around 18–26°C. Visibility is frequently moderate and changeable on the west side, often landing in the 10–20 m range, with clearer days when swell and plankton ease