34 Shark Species in the Galapagos
Galapagos Wildlife · 11. April 2025
The Galápagos Islands host 34 shark species, including scalloped hammerheads and whale sharks, offering divers a unique chance to explore a thriving marine sanctuary.

8 Most Common Shark Species in the Galapagos
Galapagos Wildlife · 11. April 2025
While Scuba Diving in the Galapagos Islands, you can see various shark species, including hammerheads, whale sharks, Galapagos sharks, Tiger sharks, blacktip reef sharks, silky sharks, whitetip reef sharks, and more. Learn more about these incredible species and how we are working to protect these majestic creatures.

Winners of the 2024 ‘Name a Whale Shark’ Contest
Discover how divers help name real whale sharks during our Galapagos liveaboard trips. Meet the 2024 contest winners—Zoya, Elodie, Louise, and Joyce—and learn how you can support whale shark conservation through citizen science expeditions.

Best Destinations to Dive with Whale Sharks Responsibly
Galapagos Wildlife · 28. March 2025
For an unforgettable and responsible encounter with whale sharks, explore the best diving and snorkeling destinations worldwide, ensuring you choose sustainable operators to protect these gentle giants for future generations.

Diving with Nitrox in the Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Travel Info & Guides · 28. March 2025
Diving with Nitrox in the Galapagos extends bottom time, reduces fatigue, and enhances multi-dive days. Available onboard for $250/week or included on Luxury Expeditions. Certification available!

2024 Contribution to Whale Shark Conservation
Galapagos Shark Diving donated $18,030 USD to the Galapagos Whale Shark Project (GWSP) this year, bringing their total contributions to over $80,500 since 2019. The 2024 research season focused on tagging six whale sharks, conducting ultrasound scans, and tracking migration patterns, with one shark, Elise, traveling 17,000 km across the Pacific. Despite research challenges, the data collected supports marine conservation efforts, including Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).

Is a Galapagos Liveaboard Superior to Day Diving?
Galapagos Travel Info & Guides · 05. March 2025
Liveaboard diving in the Galapagos offers a superior experience over day diving due to its access to remote, pristine dive sites like Darwin and Wolf Islands, increased dive times, and expert guidance. It allows divers to enjoy multiple dives a day at optimal times, comfort between dives, and the chance to dive with like-minded enthusiasts. This immersive experience is unmatched in exploring the Galapagos' unique underwater world, making it the ultimate adventure for diving aficionados.

Why Wolf & Darwin Offer the Best Diving in the World
05. March 2025
Wolf and Darwin Islands in the Galapagos offer some of the best diving in the world, renowned for their rich marine biodiversity and thrilling big-animal encounters. Divers can swim alongside massive whale sharks, schools of hammerhead sharks, orcas, and dolphins. With strong currents, year-round diving, and strict conservation efforts, these remote sites provide an unforgettable, world-class dive experience.

Galapagos Liveaboard Travel Guide 2025: How to Get There & Plan Your Trip
Galapagos Travel Info & Guides · 03. March 2025
Discover essential travel advice for the Galapagos in our post, covering frequently asked questions, booking tips, and planning information for flights and hotels.

The Best Time to Dive with Hammerhead Sharks in the Galápagos Islands
Galapagos Wildlife · 08. February 2025
The best time to dive with hammerhead sharks in the Galápagos Islands is June to October, when massive schools gather at Wolf & Darwin Islands, offering the most spectacular and reliable encounters.

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