Diving in Galapagos is definitely an experience unto itself and should not be missed. Diving is permitted in specific zones of the Marine Reserve where you are surrounded by sea lions, penguins many species of rays, including giant mantas, colorful reef fish, marine turtles, marine iguanas, various species of sharks, including the scalloped hammerhead shark (sharks in the Galapagos are non aggressive), and many other interesting and unique sea creatures. There are special dive sites to accommodate everyone from beginners, to intermediate and experienced divers. Each site is a unique and varied experience sure to be enjoyed.
By combining the experiences of exploring the Islands by boat, foot, and scuba diving- guests have an opportunity that Darwin could have only dreamed of.
It’s no secret that the Galapagos Islands are considered one of the premier diving destinations in the world, and for good reason!
The Galapagos marine reserve ranked number one for scuba diving in the Indo Pacific region for the categories of Healthiest Marine Environment, Best Big Animal Dive and Best Advanced Diving.
If the terrestrial Galapagos finches and blue-footed boobies that walk and fly on the volcanic islands inspired Darwin, then what swims and waddles underwater will give you your own theories on life’s marvels. Hold your mask and regulator in one hand, your equipment in another, close your eyes tight and imagine what awaits you in only one quick flip over the edge of the sailboat.
Knowing that one-quarter of the marine life surrounding the Galapagos is endemic; you will wish that your mask somehow allowed you to see 360 so you would not miss the unique life seen only here.
The currents that converge upon the waters of the Galapagos bring life to these volcanic ocean floors and waters. The rich nutritive water creates an environment in which life abounds and often evolves into strange life forms like the marine iguana, the world´s only lizard that dives and feeds in the ocean, or equatorial penguins, without the fat of their Antarctic counterparts.
Amid these rarities, you will find yourself unable to escape entire armies of bright angelfish, the sight of remora fish tickling the mass of a whale shark, and the playful enthusiasm of sea lions.
Hailed by the ocean-explorers organization, EDAM International, as one of the seven wonders of the underwater world, divers can explore this wonder first hand.