Galápagos 2028

The MV Humboldt Explorer is a 111.5ft monohull liveaboard able to accommodate up to 16 divers in 8 air conditioned cabins. The vessel was completely renovated in 2023 and features a lower deck, main deck, salon area and sun deck.

Lower Deck:

Cabins 3-8. Each have a private bath and shower, television, window and plenty of storage. Cabins ¾ are twin bed only, all other cabins can be converted to a larger bed.

Main Deck:

Cabins 1 and 2, both with private bath and shower, television, plenty of storage and an ocean view.

Unlimited scheduled boat diving (up to four-day dives and one night dive per day)

Diving area, salon and bar. Outdoor dive deck

Sun Deck:

Features a large lounge area, partially covered lounge area and a hot tub.

Dive Deck:

Includes a bathroom, camera table and changing station, storage areas, rinse bins, all diving equipment and tanks and access to two large pangas where diving is conducted.

This state-of-the-art vessel is designed for divers’ comfort; there is plenty of room on board and all necessary safety equipment. 32% Nitrox is available on board, if you are not nitrox certified and wish to be, contact us and we can add on a Nitrox course to the trip.

The Galapagos islands sit at the meeting point of several major ocean currents, this creates nutrient rich water that marine life love, specifically the pelagic life. This trip focuses less on coral reefs and more on large species.

 The islands Islands are well known for their incredible shark diving, from Galapagos sharks to silky sharks, tiger sharks and hammerheads, this location is amazing for our shark loving divers. Whaleshark season is June- November, in this time it is not uncommon to see a large whale shark while diving.

Darwin and Wolf are only accessible by liveaboard and are the jewels of this area. The large seamounts and vast wall rising from deep water are perfect conditions for schools of fish and sharks alongside large rays. This is also the area with the highest chance for whale sharks!

Passengers are organised into groups and given an in-depth dive briefing before boarding pangas (tenders) and entering the water using a backroll entry. The dive masters know exactly what species indicate presence of large ocean pelagics and will strategically position the group for best viewing of the species. This is diving in raw nature alongside big animals that are on every pelagic lovers bucket list.

Upon completion of the dive, pangas will approach the group and dive masters will help you out of your gear and onto the panga, which will bring you back to the Humboldt Explorer where you will be met with post dive food and drink.

Galapagos is a cold-water destination. Regular temperatures in Darwin and Wolf are 21-24°C (70-78°F). Thermoclines can dip to 13°C (54° F) in the Western Islands of Punta Vincente Roca and Cabo Douglas, which stay cooler year-round.

Below is our scheduled diving itinerary. Weather and sea conditions may alter this itinerary, and if unique animal sightings arise, we may suggest different options to divers.

Day 1: July 24th 2028. Land in Baltra no later than 11;30 am, meet dive guides for transfer to the MV Humboldt Explorer. Board the vessel, have lunch, organise equipment and listen to safety briefing. Welcome Dinner

Day 2: Baltra North (2 dives)

7am check dive and 10am dive. Depart for Northern Islands

Day 3: Wolf Island (3-4 dives)

10:30am, 2:00pm and 4:30pm dives, possible night dive

Night anchor at Wolf Island

Day 4: Wolf Island (2 Dives)

6:30am dive and 9:30 am dive

Transit to Darwin Island

Darwin Island (2 dives)

2:00pm and 4:30 pm dives

Day 5: Darwin Island (4 dives)

6:30am, 10:30am, 2:00pm and 4:30pm dives

Transit to Wolf Island

Day 6: Wolf Island (3 dives)

6:30am and 9:00am and 11:00am dives

Long transit to Cousins Rock

Day 7: Cousins Rock (1-2 dives)

6:30am and 9:30am dives (dependant on travel time from Wolf Island)

Lunch while travelling to Santa Cruz

Visit Santa Cruz highlands and visit giant tortoises, visit the town of Puerto Ayora.

Dinner in Puerto Ayora (not included)

Return to Humboldt Explorer at 8:30 pm

Day 8: 31st July 2028 Baltra. Disembark the vessel by 9am. Transfer to the airport

Price: $7,195 per person (twin share basis)*

*Marine park fees included at 2025 rates. If this rate increases in 2026 the price difference will be covered by the guests.

Included in the trip costs:

• 7 nights onboard (double occupancy)
• 3 meals a day except Sunday evening (Food allergies will be catered to)
• Up to 4 dives per day (weather permitting)
• Between dive snacks and towels
• Tanks and weights
• Transport to and from airport
• Wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages
• 2 land excursions (weather permitting)
• Professional photos throughout the week
• Custom Blue Horizon Diving trip t-shirt

Excluded in the trip costs:

• All flights
• Any required visas for travel to Ecuador
• Galapagos National Park Fee
• Chamber support fee
• Travel and Dive insurance (Strongly recommended)
• Tourist tax and card
• Fuel surcharge
• Gratuities
• Rental equipment and nitrox
• Last evening dinner in town
• Personal expenses
• Dive training costs

By Booking onto our trips you agree to our Booking, Payment & Cancellation Policy.

Booking, Payment & Cancellation Policy

• Blue Horizon Adventures Limited and Blue Horizon Diving Limited’s cancellation policy is inline with the cancellation policy of our operators. Once payment has been made in full there are no refunds.
• To guarantee your space on the trip, a $2,000 deposit is due with the booking. When we receive your deposit, we will send you a detailed trip information pack including welcome letter, booking voucher, invoice, sale receipt, waivers and forms to allow you to prepare for the diving trip.
• The remaining balance of your payment is due in three auto payment instalments due on 25th May 2027, 25th October 2027 and 25th February 2028.
• Full payment is due five (5) months prior to the trip start day.
• We reserve the right to re-sell any space that is not paid in full by this date.
• Deposits and instalments are non-refundable.
• No refund is made for any unused parts of the itinerary.
• Trip details such as dates, prices, accommodations, are subject to change without prior notice.
• Travel and dive insurance is not included in the trip price but is strongly recommended to have.
• A dive medical form will be provided for completion on booking to ensure you are fit to dive. If Yes is answered to any question, a doctor sign off will be required. This must be completed prior to our trip. If unable to be cleared our repayment terms apply as per noted in the booking, payment and cancellation policy.
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• Payment can be made by wire transfer, credit/debit card or PayPal.
• Blue Horizon Diving Limited and Blue Horizon Adventures Limited are not responsible for any transfer fees associated with payments.
• Flights, visa, travel expenses and taxes are not included in the trip cost.
• Travel and dive insurance is not included in the trip price but is strongly recommended to have.
• Flight time and schedule, weather, water temperature, and animal behavior are all subject to change.
• We strongly recommend and advise all guests to purchase travel insurance in case of unforeseen circumstances.