Galapagos Sky Liveaboard, Galapagos
5.0Excellent3 verified reviewsThe Galapagos Sky liveaboard is a 100ft luxury liveaboard yacht purpose-built for diving in the Galapagos Islands. Designed to combine comfort with efficiency, it accommodates divers in air-conditioned cabins and offers well-planned social spaces. Guests experience a mix of world-class diving at iconic sites such as Wolf and Darwin, alongside carefully selected land excursions. The MV Galapagos Sky liveaboard Ecuador operates a set itinerary that blends marine encounters with opportunities to see the archipelago’s unique wildlife.
Cabin Types
Deluxe Cabin (#5–8)
Located on the lower deck, these cabins provide a quiet, private space after a full day of activity. Each features twin beds, individual climate control, and en-suite bathrooms equipped with marine-safe toiletries. Storage includes wardrobes and mirrored cabinets for personal belongings. The design prioritises comfort with fresh linens, adjustable lighting, and porthole views for natural light.
Master Cabin (#1–4)
Positioned on the main deck, the master staterooms offer large windows for panoramic ocean views. Configurable as either a queen bed or twin beds, they include private bathrooms stocked with eco-friendly amenities, spacious wardrobes, and generous counter space. These cabins allow easy access to the main lounge and dining area.
Boat Interior
The indoor salon is air-conditioned and features comfortable seating, an audio/video entertainment system, and a well-stocked library. Booth-style dining is available for meals, and a full bar offers wine, beer, and spirits. The observation deck and shaded sun deck provide open-air seating to enjoy the passing scenery between dives.
Dive Deck
The dive deck is designed to accommodate all divers comfortably, with dedicated gear stations and ample space to prepare before each dive. Rinse hoses, storage for personal equipment, and benches are arranged for efficient movement. Freshwater showers are positioned nearby for post-dive convenience.
Itinerary
The MV Galapagos Sky liveaboard Ecuador itinerary typically visits Wolf and Darwin Islands, known for encounters with hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, and Galapagos sharks. Other stops may include Bartolome, Santa Cruz, and San Cristobal for land excursions, with opportunities to see marine iguanas, sea lions, and seabirds. Three days are dedicated to Wolf and Darwin diving, complemented by additional sites across the central islands.
Boat Specification
The Galapagos Sky liveaboard Ecuador measures 100ft in length and was custom-built for diving in this region. It accommodates up to 16 guests and operates with a crew that includes experienced naturalist dive guides. The vessel is powered by twin diesel engines and carries tenders for dive operations.
Dive Facilities
The Galapagos Sky offers Nitrox, personal gear storage, and rinse tanks for equipment and cameras. Compressors and DIN adapters are on board. Two tenders are available for diving operations, allowing access to remote and current-rich sites with ease. The crew assists with tank handling and gear setup as needed.
Boat Navigation & Safety
The Galapagos Sky liveaboard Ecuador is equipped with modern navigation systems, including radar, depth sounder, GPS, and VHF/DSC/SSB radios, ensuring accurate positioning and secure passage between the islands. Safety on board is supported by an EPIRB system, life rafts, fire detection and suppression systems, and clearly marked emergency exits. Personal flotation devices, oxygen kits, and first-aid stations are available, while the crew is trained in emergency evacuation and rescue procedures.
Food & Drinks
Meals feature a blend of Ecuadorian and international cuisine, served plated or buffet-style depending on the dish. Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request. Beer and wine are included with dinner, while soft drinks and snacks are available throughout the day.
Dining aboard the Galapagos Sky liveaboard Ecuador blends gourmet presentation with a relaxed atmosphere. Menus combine Ecuadorian flavours with international favourites, from freshly caught seafood to perfectly grilled meats and vegetarian specialties. Meals are served in the indoor dining salon or, when conditions allow, al fresco on the deck with panoramic ocean views. Lunch and dinner often feature multi-course meals, complemented by complimentary wine and beer during dinner service. Between dives, guests can enjoy delicious snacks and juices, making every break between underwater adventures a chance to indulge.
Onboard Facilities
Designed for comfort during extended voyages, the MV Galapagos Sky liveaboard Ecuador offers multiple social spaces both indoors and out. The observation deck is an ideal place to watch marine life at the surface-such as dolphins, frigatebirds, or playful sea lions-while the shaded lounge offers a comfortable retreat from the equatorial sun. Inside, the air-conditioned saloon features plush seating, a multimedia entertainment system, and a curated library with marine life references and travel books. Complimentary high-speed internet allows guests to share experiences in real time. Fresh towels, daily cabin service, and attentive crew support create a relaxing environment between dives, making life on board as memorable as the underwater encounters.
Photographer Facilities
Underwater photographers benefit from a dedicated camera table, individual charging stations, and separate rinse tanks for camera equipment. Storage is provided to keep gear secure between dives
Cabins
Deluxe Cabin (# 5-8)
Deluxe Cabin (# 5-8)
Deluxe Cabin (# 5-8)
Size:9.2 m2
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Twin Beds
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:4 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries
Cabins 5, 6, 7 & 8. Two twin beds 77 inches / 196 cm long and 32 inches / 81 cm wide. All cabins have private ensuite bathrooms, which are supplied with all linens, robes, and towels. All cabins have a safe available in the closet. Hairdryer, environmentally friendly soap, shampoo & conditioner provided. 110/AC 60 cycle Type B (North and Central America). Evening turndown service is provided
Master Cabin (# 1-4)
Master Cabin (# 1-4)
Master Cabin (# 1-4)
Size:10 m2
Deck:Upper Deck
Bedding:Twin / Double (Convertible)
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:4 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries
Cabins 1, 2, 3 & 4. One King Bed is 77 inches / 196 cm long and 78 inches / 198 cm wide or Two Twin Beds 77 inches / 196 cm long and 38 inches / 97 cm wide. All cabins have private ensuite bathrooms which are supplied with all linens, robes and towels. All cabins have a safe available in the closet. Hairdryer, environmentally friendly soap, shampoo & conditioner provided. 110/AC 60 cycle Type B (North and Central America). Evening turndown service is provided
Boat Specification
Dive Facilities
- Warm Water Showers
- Compressors
- Rinse Hosts
- Tenders for Diving
- Dive Deck
- Personal Storage Space
Boat navigation & safety
Full safety
Food & Drinks
- Western Food
- Local Food
- Dietary Restrictions
- Buffet Style
- Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
- Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
- Snacks All Day
Onboard Facilities
- Audio & Video Entertainment
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Open Air Saloon
- Indoor Saloon
- Bar
- Land Excursions
Photographer Facilities
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Camera Table
- Special Storage for U/W Camera
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Galapagos Sky Cruise (7 nights) (Port of San Cristobal-Port of San Cristobal)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises)
- Full board
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- 3 land excursions
- Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport (on cruise departure dates only)
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee - 200 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Hyperbaric chamber fee - 35 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Transit card - 20 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Nitrox (mandatory) - 100-150 USD per person (free for trips in 2026) (to be paid in advance)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day
Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.
Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos for your check-out dive.
Day 2:
Monday
1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.
AM North Seymour / PM Cousins Rock
North Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Days 3-5:
Tuesday-Thursday
Tues. - 4 Dives a day at Wolf including 1 night dive
Wed. - 4 dives at Darwin
Thurs. - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.
Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.
Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 6:
Friday
3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela Island
Cape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.
Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.
After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 7:
Saturday
1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz Island
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.
Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
Day 8:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation Day
Disembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
What are the differences between a 7-night and 10-night cruise?
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary. All 7-night cruises embark and disembark from San Cristobal SCY. All 10-night cruises embark and disembark from different islands. Example: Embark San Cristobal SCY and disembark on Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS, or Embark Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS and disembark San Cristobal SCY
- Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
- For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information
- You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Galapagos Sky Cruise (10 nights) (Puerto Ayora-Puerto Ayora)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises)
- Full board
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- 3 land excursions
- Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport (on cruise departure dates only)
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee - 200 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Hyperbaric chamber fee - 35 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Transit card - 20 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Nitrox (mandatory) - 100-150 USD per person (free for trips in 2026) (to be paid in advance)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day
Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.
Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos for your check-out dive.
Day 2:
Monday
1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.
AM North Seymour / PM Cousins Rock
North Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Days 3-5:
Tuesday-Thursday
Tues. - 4 Dives a day at Wolf including 1 night dive
Wed. - 4 dives at Darwin
Thurs. - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.
Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.
Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 6:
Friday
3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela Island
Cape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.
Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.
After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 7-10:
Saturday
1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz Island
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.
Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary.
Day 11:
San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation Day
Disembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
What are the differences between a 7-night and 10-night cruise?
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary. All 7-night cruises embark and disembark from San Cristobal SCY. All 10-night cruises embark and disembark from different islands. Example: Embark San Cristobal SCY and disembark on Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS, or Embark Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS and disembark San Cristobal SCY
- Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
- For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information
- You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Galapagos Sky Cruise (10 nights) (Puerto Ayora-Port of San Cristobal)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises)
- Full board
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- 3 land excursions
- Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport (on cruise departure dates only)
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee - 200 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Hyperbaric chamber fee - 35 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Transit card - 20 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Nitrox (mandatory) - 100-150 USD per person (free for trips in 2026) (to be paid in advance)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day
Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.
Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos for your check-out dive.
Day 2:
Monday
1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.
AM North Seymour / PM Cousins Rock
North Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Days 3-5:
Tuesday-Thursday
Tues. - 4 Dives a day at Wolf including 1 night dive
Wed. - 4 dives at Darwin
Thurs. - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.
Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.
Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 6:
Friday
3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela Island
Cape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.
Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.
After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 7-10:
Saturday
1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz Island
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.
Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary.
Day 11:
San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation Day
Disembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
What are the differences between a 7-night and 10-night cruise?
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary. All 7-night cruises embark and disembark from San Cristobal SCY. All 10-night cruises embark and disembark from different islands. Example: Embark San Cristobal SCY and disembark on Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS, or Embark Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS and disembark San Cristobal SCY
- Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
- For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information
- You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Galapagos Sky Cruise (10 nights) (Port of San Cristobal-Puerto Ayora)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises)
- Full board
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- 3 land excursions
- Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport (on cruise departure dates only)
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee - 200 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Hyperbaric chamber fee - 35 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Transit card - 20 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Nitrox (mandatory) - 100-150 USD per person (free for trips in 2026) (to be paid in advance)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day
Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.
Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos for your check-out dive.
Day 2:
Monday
1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.
AM North Seymour / PM Cousins Rock
North Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Days 3-5:
Tuesday-Thursday
Tues. - 4 Dives a day at Wolf including 1 night dive
Wed. - 4 dives at Darwin
Thurs. - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.
Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.
Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 6:
Friday
3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela Island
Cape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.
Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.
After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 7-10:
Saturday
1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz Island
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.
Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary.
Day 11:
San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation Day
Disembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
What are the differences between a 7-night and 10-night cruise?
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary. All 7-night cruises embark and disembark from San Cristobal SCY. All 10-night cruises embark and disembark from different islands. Example: Embark San Cristobal SCY and disembark on Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS, or Embark Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS and disembark San Cristobal SCY
- Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
- For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information
- You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Galapagos Sky Cruise (7 nights) (Puerto Ayora-Puerto Ayora)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises)
- Full board
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- 3 land excursions
- Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport (on cruise departure dates only)
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee - 200 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Hyperbaric chamber fee - 35 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Transit card - 20 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Nitrox (mandatory) - 100-150 USD per person (free for trips in 2026) (to be paid in advance)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day
Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.
Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos for your check-out dive.
Day 2:
Monday
1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.
AM North Seymour / PM Cousins Rock
North Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Days 3-5:
Tuesday-Thursday
Tues. - 4 Dives a day at Wolf including 1 night dive
Wed. - 4 dives at Darwin
Thurs. - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.
Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.
Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 6:
Friday
3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela Island
Cape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.
Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.
After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 7:
Saturday
1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz Island
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.
Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
Day 8:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation Day
Disembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
What are the differences between a 7-night and 10-night cruise?
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary. All 7-night cruises embark and disembark from San Cristobal SCY. All 10-night cruises embark and disembark from different islands. Example: Embark San Cristobal SCY and disembark on Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS, or Embark Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS and disembark San Cristobal SCY
- Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
- For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information
- You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport
Dive sites you’ll see
Galapagos Sky Cruise (10 nights) (Port of San Cristobal-Port of San Cristobal)
Included
- Accommodation
- Diving (up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days for 7-night cruises)
- Full board
- All beverages including an open bar policy (beer, wine, spirits and liquors)
- 12 l tanks and weights
- Dive guide
- 3 land excursions
- Scheduled group transfer airport - boat - airport (on cruise departure dates only)
- Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)
Obligatory surcharges
- Galapagos National Park entrance fee - 200 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Hyperbaric chamber fee - 35 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Transit card - 20 USD per person (to be paid in advance)
- Nitrox (mandatory) - 100-150 USD per person (free for trips in 2026) (to be paid in advance)
Extra cost
- International and domestic flights
- Visa
- Private transfer
- Equipment rental
- 15 l tanks rental
- Crew gratuities
- Travel insurance
Program
Day 1:
Sunday
San Cristobal Island
Embarkation Day
Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information.
Upon boarding, dive bags will be delivered to the dive deck, and personal luggage will be taken to your cabins. You will receive a welcome briefing that includes an overview of the onboard facilities, Galapagos National Park regulations, and a personal interview with the dive masters. Following this, we will conduct a mandatory safety drill. After lunch, we will set sail for Isla Lobos for your check-out dive.
Day 2:
Monday
1 land visit + 2 dives
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a land visit to North Seymour. After lunch, enjoy some relaxation time and dive briefings before heading out for Dive 2 and Dive 3 at Cousins Rock.
AM North Seymour / PM Cousins Rock
North Seymour Island, renowned for its iconic blue-footed boobies and magnificent frigate birds. Visitors frequently witness the blue-footed booby’s elaborate courtship dance, where males showcase their bright blue feet to attract mates. The island is also a prime spot for observing the magnificent frigate bird’s striking red throat pouch during courtship displays. Additionally, you’ll encounter vibrant land iguanas and playful sea lions, making it a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Cousin Rocks is a top dive site featuring a stunning wall, black corals, and abundant marine life. Expect to see frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, octopuses, and large schools of barracuda. Sea lions often accompany divers during safety stops. The site offers minimal current.
Days 3-5:
Tuesday-Thursday
Tues. - 4 Dives a day at Wolf including 1 night dive
Wed. - 4 dives at Darwin
Thurs. - 3 Dives total, 2 at Darwin and 1 afternoon dive at Wolf
Wolf and Darwin Islands are renowned as some of the best dive sites in the world.
Darwin Island, particularly The Pillars (former Arch), offers unparalleled diving with schooling hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks, and large pods of dolphins. From June to November, whale sharks are frequently spotted. The site also features thick schools of skipjack and yellowfin tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and occasional tiger sharks, marlin, and killer whales. Warm water temperatures and a variety of tropical fish enhance the experience.
Wolf Island, another top dive location, is known for its abundant shark sightings, including schooling hammerheads and aggregations of Galapagos sharks. Whale sharks are occasionally seen, along with dolphins, large schools of tuna, spotted eagle rays, and sea turtles. These waters attract Indo-Pacific species, and night dives reveal unique creatures like the Red Lipped batfish. The steep, vertical cliffs of these islands mean no shore excursions are possible, reinforcing their exclusivity and remote allure.
Day 6:
Friday
3 dives
AM Fernandina Island / PM Isabela Island
Cape Douglas on Fernandina Island offers a unique and thrilling diving experience, renowned for its remarkable marine iguana encounters. This dive site features a rugged underwater landscape with volcanic formations and a rich marine ecosystem.
Punta Vicente Roca on Isabela Island, our coldest yet rapidly growing favorite dive site features a steep, deep vertical wall adorned with soft corals, sponges, and endemic black corals. Divers will find a fascinating array of macro invertebrates, including Spanish lobster, shrimp, and nudibranchs, as well as bullhead sharks and red-lipped batfish. Mola Mola (oceanic sunfish) are the primary megafauna sightings. The wall also boasts a vibrant display of anemones and other macro invertebrates.
After your dive, the panga ride offers excellent photo opportunities with penguins, flightless cormorants, marine iguanas, sea lions and blue footed boobies.
Day 7-10:
Saturday
1 dive + land visit
AM Pinzon Island / PM Santa Cruz Island
Start your day with a full breakfast, followed by a dive at Pinzon Island. After lunch and relaxation, you’ll take a land visit to the Highlands of Santa Cruz, where you’ll encounter Giant Tortoises. Enjoy some free time in town before heading back to the Galapagos Sky.
Divers can expect to see various shark species, sea lions, mantas, and eagle rays at Pinzon. The site is also home to moray eels and a vibrant mix of tropical fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish, king angelfish, Moorish idols, steel pompano, snappers, grunts, creole fish, and barracuda
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary.
Day 11:
San Cristobal Island
Disembarkation Day
Disembarkation is at 8:30 a.m. You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport.
Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
What are the differences between a 7-night and 10-night cruise?
On the 7-night cruise, we spend 3 full days at Wolf & Darwin, on the 10-night cruise, we spend 5 days at Wolf & Darwin. On the 10-night cruises, we also have an additional day that allows us to dive at Cabo Marshall / Roca Blanca, which is not on the 7-night itinerary. All 7-night cruises embark and disembark from San Cristobal SCY. All 10-night cruises embark and disembark from different islands. Example: Embark San Cristobal SCY and disembark on Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS, or Embark Santa Cruz/Baltra GPS and disembark San Cristobal SCY
- Divers arriving on the day of departure, you will be greeted at the airport and escorted to the Galapagos Sky by our crew.
- For guests already on San Cristóbal or Santa Cruz, specific instructions for meeting the crew will be included with your voucher and pre-departure information
- You’ll have the option to visit the Interpretation Center and then go to UMAMI, a local restaurant where you’ll be offered a snack and a comfortable space to wait before heading to the airport