Galapagos Islands

Galápagos · Ecuador

Dive with Hammerhead Schools — Galápagos Liveaboards

Darwin & Wolf IslandsWhale sharks & hammerheadsUNESCO marine reserve
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The Galápagos is the ultimate bucket-list dive. At the remote Darwin and Wolf Islands — reachable only by liveaboard — you can drift through schools of hundreds of hammerheads and watch whale sharks the size of buses cruise past. This is home to the largest shark biomass on the planet.

Who Galápagos Liveaboards Are For

Advanced Divers

Up to 4 dives / day

50+ Logged Dives

Big-Animal Fans

Underwater Photographers

Bucket-List Divers

You Can See

Galápagos’ Signature Wildlife

School of scalloped hammerhead sharks at Darwin Island, Galápagos

Hammerhead Schools

Hundreds circling at Darwin & Wolf — the signature dive.

Whale shark at Darwin Island, Galápagos

Whale Shark

Giant seasonal visitors, best June to November.

Galápagos sea lion underwater

Sea Lions

Playful and curious, often joining divers in the shallows.

Marine iguana feeding underwater, Galápagos

Marine Iguana

The world’s only sea-going lizard, in shallow sites.

An advanced destination: Advanced Open Water certification and around 50+ logged dives are recommended, as strong currents and cold water are common. Trips are liveaboard-only, run 7 nights or more, and often sell out 12 to 18 months ahead — so it pays to book early.

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Liveaboards We Recommend in Galápagos

Galaxy Diver 2 liveaboard, Galápagos

Galaxy Diver 2

A well-run boat built for the Darwin and Wolf itinerary.

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Galaxy Diver 3 liveaboard, Galápagos

Galaxy Diver 3

Comfortable and dive-focused for the classic 7-night route.

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Book a cabin on a scheduled 7-night Darwin and Wolf liveaboard — the only way to reach these remote islands.

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Why BookDiveBoat for Galápagos?

Galápagos is a tightly regulated reserve with very few liveaboards and demanding conditions, so the right boat and dates matter. We work with trusted operators, help you match the season to the encounters you want, and get you booked early — before the best dates are gone.

FAQ

Galápagos Liveaboard Questions

Do I need to be an experienced diver for Galápagos?
Yes. Galápagos is an advanced destination with strong currents, cold water, and drift dives. Most liveaboards require Advanced Open Water certification and around 50 logged dives, with some itineraries asking for more.
When is the best time to dive the Galápagos?
You can dive year-round. The warm season from December to May brings calmer, clearer water with big hammerhead schools and mantas, while the cooler season from June to November is the best time for whale sharks, with stronger currents.
Why do I need a liveaboard for Darwin and Wolf?
The Darwin and Wolf Islands lie about 18 hours’ sail north of the central islands and cannot be reached on day trips, so a liveaboard is the only way to dive them. Itineraries run 7 nights or more for this reason.
How far ahead should I book?
Galápagos has a limited number of permitted liveaboards and trips regularly sell out, so booking 12 to 18 months ahead is recommended, especially for the popular whale shark season.
What will I see diving the Galápagos?
Expect schooling scalloped hammerheads, Galápagos and silky sharks, seasonal whale sharks, mantas and eagle rays, playful sea lions, sea turtles, and unique endemics like the marine iguana and red-lipped batfish.
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