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.
Discover essential travel advice for the Galapagos in our post, covering frequently asked questions, booking tips, and planning information for flights and hotels.
This article explores why liveaboards are the ultimate way to experience scuba diving in the Galapagos Islands. It explains the benefits of liveaboards, such as access to remote dive sites like Darwin and Wolf Islands, multiple daily dives, and an all-inclusive adventure.
Jenny Waack (founder of Galapagos Shark Diving®) and Jonathan Green (Tour Leader of Galapagos Shark Diving® and Director of Galapagos Whale Shark Project) discuss a question they get often, “What is the best time to go diving in the Galapagos Islands?”
Join Galapagos Shark Diving and make a difference in shark conservation through our Citizen Science Expeditions. In 2024, we tagged five newly named whale sharks—Elise, Luna, Makeba, Olivia, and Star—each contributing vital data to protect these gentle giants. With every dive, participants help gather critical research data, supporting efforts to safeguard one of the world’s most important marine ecosystems. Learn more about our whale shark conservation work and how to get involved.
The Galapagos Islands are experiencing exceptional diving conditions in 2024 with unprecedented hammerhead shark sightings due to the El Niño to La Niña transition. This shift creates optimal marine life conditions, attracting divers to large hammerhead schools. El Niño brings warm waters and less marine productivity, while La Niña boosts nutrient-rich waters, enhancing biodiversity. 2024 offers unique diving opportunities, emphasizing responsible travel to protect the Galapagos ecosystem.
This guide offers essential travel tips for flying to the Galapagos Islands, detailing airline options from the US, Europe, Australia, and domestic flights within Ecuador. It emphasizes the importance of planning, entry requirements, and environmental responsibility to ensure a memorable journey to this unique UNESCO World Heritage site.
Explore top spots for diving with endangered green sea turtles, a guide emphasizing conservation and the best times to dive in locations like Galapagos, Philippines, Malaysia, Hawaii, Caribbean, and Indonesia.
Starting August 1, 2024, Galapagos Islands' entrance fee will be $200 for international travelers, aiming to fund conservation and sustainable development, marking the first fee change in 26 years. This initiative supports local biodiversity and tourism models aligning with conservation efforts.
In 2023, Galapagos Shark Diving united to donate over $17,400 to the Galapagos Whale Shark Project, boosting total contributions to $62,000. These funds support crucial research on whale shark migrations and reproductive behaviors, reinforcing our commitment to marine conservation. Our efforts not only advance scientific knowledge but also educate and transform divers into ocean guardians, advocating for the protection of marine species and their habitats.