Scuba Diving
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Relais & Châteaux Luxury Expedition Yacht + Premier Dive Liveaboard
Experience the Galapagos above and below the surface
Spend one week exploring iconic islands aboard our luxury expedition yachts — Origin, Theory, or Evolve — then add a second week on Galapagos Sky, the archipelago’s premier dive liveaboard. Two expert-led adventures, one seamless journey.
The sequence is flexible: begin with the luxury cruise and finish with the dive liveaboard — or the other way around.
Special Offer: Enjoy 5% off when booking both weeks as a Back-to-Back itinerary.
Why Combine These Two Weeks
- All-in Galapagos: Wildlife-rich landings, guided hikes, and snorkeling + world-class scuba at Wolf & Darwin.
- Seamless Logistics: We coordinate flights, transfers, and luggage between yachts.
- Expert Teams: Naturalist Guides on Origin, Theory and Evolve and highly experienced Dive Guides on Galapagos Sky.
Year-Round Departures: 7-night luxury naturalist itineraries + 7/10-night dive expeditions with up to 4 dives per day.
Origin, Theory or Evolve
Explore multiple islands with small groups: land excursions, zodiac rides, beaches, wildlife photography, and daily snorkeling. Expect sea lions, blue-footed boobies, penguins, marine iguanas, giant tortoises, and more — plus refined Relais & Châteaux cuisine and ocean-view luxury staterooms.
Galapagos Sky Dive Liveaboard
Year-round 7 & 10-night expeditions featuring high-adrenaline diving and big marine life encounters:
- Wolf & Darwin: Among the world’s highest shark biomass; frequent sightings of schooling hammerheads and more.
- Cabo Douglas (Fernandina): Unique marine iguanas grazing underwater.
- Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela): Chance for majestic Mola mola and rich macro life.
- Up to 4 dives/day including an exciting night dive (conditions permitting).
- Onboard comfort, camera-friendly setup, and pro dive briefings every day.
- Whale sharks seasonal, hammerheads year-round.
Alternative Diving Options with Origin, Theory & Evolve
If you’re not booking a back-to-back itinerary but still want to dive during your naturalist cruise, we suggest the following options:
- Diving at Puerto Ayora: On the day our yacht is docked in Santa Cruz, guests can arrange to scuba dive with a trusted local dive shop. We provide round-trip transportation. Note: choosing this option replaces the Darwin Station and highlands visit scheduled for that day.
- Pre or Post-Cruise Diving: Stay at a hotel in Santa Cruz or San Cristóbal before or after your cruise and arrange day-trip diving with a local dive shop.
Who This Is For
Nature lovers who want the complete Galapagos: land, sea, and everything between.
Certified divers seeking bucket-list sites like Wolf & Darwin, without giving up luxury.
Photographers who want topside wildlife and dramatic pelagic encounters.
What’s Included
Origin, Theory and Evolve
All meals, guided island excursions, snorkeling gear & wetsuit, kayaks/SUPs, open bar policy.
Galapagos Sky
All dives per itinerary, tanks/weights, dive briefings, all meals & snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, nitrox, transfers per itinerary.
Not Included (typical)
Park fees, airfare to/from Galápagos, premium drinks, rentals beyond standard gear, dive insurance, crew gratuities, optional hotel nights.
Diving Requirements & Recommendations
- Certification: Advanced Open Water (or equivalent), nitrox certification; comfort with currents, blue water ascents, and drift conditions.
- Recent Experience: We advise recent logged dives in similar conditions.
- Insurance: Dive accident insurance is required for liveaboard guests.
Practical Details
- Gear: We can arrange rental gear with advance notice; bring your personal dive computer and SMB.
- Seasonality: Excellent year-round; marine life varies by season — ask us which dates best match your goals (hammerheads, whale sharks, warmer water, calmer seas).
- Families & Non-Divers: Non-divers welcome aboard the luxury naturalist week; the dive week is tailored to certified divers.
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