DIVING LOVERS: 7-Day Diving / 8 Diving immersions included
Visit Santa Cruz, Baltra, San Cristobal, North Seymour, and Gordon Rocks
Our IDEAL 7-DAY GALAPAGOS DIVING LION TOUR will take you to enjoy some unique spots of untouched uninhabited Islands with outstanding service on a sustainable tour.
Tour Overview
*** STARTS any Monday, Thursday, or Saturday***
Starts: Baltra
Ends: San Cristobal
Inter-Island flights on a private small plane are included.
If you are looking for an alternative to a Galapagos cruise, and you don’t want to spend big money, our Galapagos Island Hopping tours are perfect for you!
Ideal for adventure-loving travelers who want to experience the best of diving in the Galapagos, our IDEAL Galapagos DIVING LION TOUR will take you to enjoy some of the best diving spots in the Galapagos such as North Seymour & Mosquera Islet, Gordon Rocks, Karahua, and the breathtaking Kicker Rock (“Sleeping Lion”)
ISLANDS VISITED
1) Santa Cruz 2) Baltra 3) San Cristobal 4) North Seymour 5) Gordon Rocks
IDEAL FOR:
– Divers with experience (recommended + 50 dives)
– Smart travelers seeking great itineraries with a classic taste.
Trip Highlights
- Walk inside petrified Lava Tunnels.
- See Giant Galapagos Tortoises on their natural habitat.
- Beach time at the world famous white sand beach of Tortuga Bay
- Diving or Discovery Diving at North Seymour Island with friendly sharks.
- Diving at Gordon Rocks. One of the best spots for divers looking for Hammerhead sharks. Experience and PADI license is mandatory.
- Diving at Roca Ballena & Karahua (Wreck ship)
- Diving at the breathtaking Kicker Rock (A.K.A. Sleeping Lion)
Itinerary - 7 days
STARTS ANY: MONDAY, THURSDAY or SATURDAY
We will meet you at the airport at Baltra Island and transfer you to Santa Cruz Island. Then we will visit "Los Gemelos" volcanic formations and a private ranch where we will visit the famous Galapagos Giant Tortoise in their natural habitat. Also, we will see the volcanic reality of the Galapagos walking inside a petrified Lava tunnel.
At night enjoy a Premium welcome dinner in front of the sea, and a good night's sleep at your hotel.
Meals: (-/BL/D)
Diving in North Seymour Island and Mosquera Islet
Diving at North Seymour & Mosquera (Or Daphne)
Breakfast and then we go to North Seymour Island for a unique underwater diving experience. 2 dives are included in North Seymour and Mosquera or Daphne Islets. Lunch is included on board. This spot is ideal to see sharks!
Accommodation at your selected hotel
(B/L/-)
Diving at Gordon Rocks
After breakfast we will go to Gordon Rocks for a wonderful scuba diving day. 2 immersions are included in this unique spot. One of the best places to see schools of Hammerhead Sharks.
North-east of Santa Cruz island lies the famous Gordon Rocks. Sometimes called ‘The Washing Machine’ it is a popular site where intermediate and advanced divers go due to challenging currents and upwellings. It is these very currents that bring the plankton to the surface attracting large pelagics from across the sea in numbers. One of the best places to find Hammerhead sharks and the weird and wonderful Oceanic Sunfish (Mola Mola). Also here are Galapagos sharks, white tip reef sharks, lots of giant sea turtles, mobula rays, sting rays, eagle rays, panamic green morays, Galapagos eels, barracudas, and various reef fish.
Dinner at the beautiful "Bahía Mar" restaurant.
Accommodation at your selected hotel.
(B/L/D)
Tortuga Bay beach + Transfer to San Cristobal
Breakfast + free morning to visit the World renowned white sand beach of Tortuga Bay Beach (self-guided tour). Swim at Playa Mansa and enjoy the iguanas. Do not swim at Playa Brava. It is a beautiful one-hour walk through an ecological path. You have to be back at 1 pm to get ready for your transfer to San Cristobal Island (2 hours).
Pick up from the Pier and transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation at your selected hotel
(B/-/-)
Diving at Karahua & Roca Ballena
Breakfast and diving at Karahua & Roca Ballena (or Tijeretas)
Karahua is a ship, approximately 100m long, that sank in 1916. It was a coal-powered steamboat. Coal can still be found at the bottom and can be confused with rocks.
Lunch is included on board.
(B/L/-)
Diving at Kicker Rock
Breakfast and then go to our Diving shop to start our diving tour to the magnificent Kicker Rock, locally known as "Sleeping Lion". 2 dives are included in the search for sharks, rays, turtles, and more.
This amazing 145meter high volcanic rock is one of the best diving spots in the Galapagos. Then we have lunch on board and relax at a beautiful white sand beach.
Enjoy dinner at the "Chakana" restaurant.
Accommodation at your selected hotel.
Meals:
(B/L/D)
OPTIONAL UPGRADE:
After your tour, in the afternoon, enjoy a navigable sunset dinner. Go on a private tour to see the sunset on board our boat and enjoy Sport Fishing (Catch and release) with some wine and beer. Then enjoy a nice ceviche and sashimi prepared on spot for you. The perfect way to finish your Galapagos Experience. (+$110pp)
San Cristobal
Breakfast + Free morning to enjoy San Cristobal Island + Transfer out to the airport
(B/-/-)
DIVING EXPERIENCE NEEDED
4 or more Divers
$1,993
Deposit: $800
Double or Triple room with private bathroom and A/C included
2 or 3 Adult Divers
$2,098
Deposit: $800
Double or Twin room with private bathroom and A/C included
SINGLE DIVER
$3,147
Deposit: $1200
SINGLE DIVER
SINGLE ROOM WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM
Available options
What's included
Includes
- Smart service & TIPS: We provide truly personal service & advice previous to and during your tour. Receive our complete SMART TIPS guide for your tour.
- Guided tours: Profesional bilingual guide on tours. As indicated in the itinerary
- Transfers in/out: All transfers as in the itinerary.
- Local guide: Local guide on visits (transfer from/to the airport)
- Accommodation: Hand-picked hotels in the Superior or Premium category.
- Meals: Meals as included in the itinerary
- Entrance to Ranch: Entrance to private Ranch to see Giant Tortoises (self-guided walk)
- Snorkel equipment: Snorkel equipment during navigable tours
- Diving equipment: Complete diving equipment during diving tours
- Inter-Island Transport: All transportation between islands
- CO2 carbon footprint offset: We will plant trees on your behalf for traveling Smart.
- Lobito Bus & Ferry: Lobito Bus to/from Baltra airport to Itabaca Channel & Ferry
Excludes
- Flights: International and national flights
- National Park Entrance: Galapagos National Park Entrance fee ($100 foreigners). Must be paid in cash at the airport (No ATM machines)
- INGALA: $20 transit control card
- Credit card fee 2.9%: 2.9% credit card fee. US bank transfer is free
- Alcoholic drinks & tips: Alcoholic drinks and tips not included
- Travel Insurance: Medical or travel insurance is not included. Guests must get their own travel insurance
- Water taxis ($0.80 pp)
Hotels
Beautiful hand-picked Hotels on every island with private rooms with A/C and private clean bathrooms with hot water. 24/7 filtered water, coffee, and tea. Great location and service.
Comfort Hotels
INCLUDED ON TOUR: 2 & 3 * Hotels.
Cozy, comfortable, clean, and great location! The Smartest option for adventure-loving travelers looking for a clean room, a good breakfast, and a smart service!. Perfect for couples and families!
Our Galapagos Tours include in the price all Comfort Hotel.
Premium Hotels
(UPGRADE AVAILABLE AT EXTRA COST): 3 & 4 * Hotels.
You can upgrade your experience, and choose one of our premium hotels!
Charming & elegant! Close to everything, these classy hotels offer a great location, views, and service! Our hand-picked selection of Premium hotels is the Smartest option for those seeking a Superior hotel.
