Ecuador · Pacific

Galapagos

Hammerhead schools · whale sharks · liveaboard-only · life-list dive

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Plan your Galapagos dive trip

Real, curated expeditions — or a custom Galapagos trip built around your dates, certification and the species you want to see.

Looking for a real expedition?

Browse our curated, small-group dive trips — fixed dates, vetted partner operators, zero agency fee. Or tell us your dates and certification level and we'll build a custom Galapagos trip with you.

Courses you can take in Galapagos

17 canonical courses bookable through iDive partner schools · all SSI+PADI certified · zero agency fee.

Discover Scuba course in Galapagos
Discover Scuba

Discover Scuba in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Basic Diver course in Galapagos
Basic Diver

Basic Diver in Galapagos

2 · PADI-certified

Scuba Diver course in Galapagos
Scuba Diver

Scuba Diver in Galapagos

3 · PADI-certified

Open Water Diver course in Galapagos
Open Water Diver

Open Water Diver in Galapagos

4 · PADI-certified

Advanced Open Water course in Galapagos
Advanced Open Water

Advanced Open Water in Galapagos

2 · PADI-certified

Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Galapagos
Enriched Air (Nitrox)

Enriched Air (Nitrox) in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Deep Diver course in Galapagos
Deep Diver

Deep Diver in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Wreck Diver course in Galapagos
Wreck Diver

Wreck Diver in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Underwater Navigation course in Galapagos
Underwater Navigation

Underwater Navigation in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Night Diver course in Galapagos
Night Diver

Night Diver in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Galapagos
Peak Performance Buoyancy

Peak Performance Buoyancy in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Snorkelling course in Galapagos
Snorkelling

Snorkelling in Galapagos

1 day · PADI-certified

Fun Dives course in Galapagos
Fun Dives

Fun Dives in Galapagos

2 · PADI-certified

Rescue Diver course in Galapagos
Rescue Diver

Rescue Diver in Galapagos

3 · PADI-certified

Emergency First Response course in Galapagos
Emergency First Response

Emergency First Response in Galapagos

1 · PADI-certified

Divemaster course in Galapagos
Divemaster

Divemaster in Galapagos

4 · PADI-certified

Instructor / IDC course in Galapagos
Instructor / IDC

Instructor / IDC in Galapagos

10 · PADI-certified

When to dive in Galapagos

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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Peak Shoulder Off-season
Best months: Jun–Nov. Book at least 6-8 weeks ahead — peak season fills early.

What you'll see in Galapagos

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

About diving in Galapagos

Galapagos is the world's ultimate big-animal dive destination — Wolf and Darwin islands deliver hammerhead schools and whale sharks.

What pulls divers to Galapagos: Hammerhead schools · whale sharks · liveaboard-only · life-list dive.

Diving conditions are typically strong currents, with water temperatures around 16-26°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for bucket list, advanced divers, liveaboard lovers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Galapagos?
Peak season is Jun–Nov — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (May, Dec) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jan–Apr unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.
Do Indians need a visa for Ecuador?
Visa-free. Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.
How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?
Flights from major Indian cities are typically 24-30 hours, with one-way fares around ₹100K-150K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.
What can I see underwater in Galapagos?
Year-round you will see Scalloped Hammerhead Shark, Galapagos Sea Lion, Whale Shark, Galapagos Shark, Green Sea Turtle. Seasonal highlights: Whale Shark (Jun–Nov); Manta Ray (Jan–May, Dec); Mola Mola (Ocean Sunfish) (Jun–Nov).

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