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The Legendary Galapagos Islands
Join Dan’s Dive Shop on a once in a lifetime trip to the #1 underwater destination in the world, the Galapagos Islands! This stunning destination is a nature lovers paradise both topside and underwater.
Join us aboard Galapagos Aggressor III and dive Darwin, Wolf Island and more. Famous for schooling hammerheads, whale sharks and immense marine life. This trip itinerary also includes land excursions to see giant tortoises, blue footed boobies and more.
We have charted the entire 5-star Galapagos Aggressor III yacht for two weeks back to back. Package includes all-inclusive meals, beverages, up to four dives per day and two land excursions.
TRIP DATES: May 27-June 3, 2027 OR June 3-10, 2027
Make it a truly epic trip with an Add-on Tour of Machu Picchu & Peru.
GALAPAGOS AGGRESSOR III
TRIP INCLUDES:
Seven Nights Full Board
Four Dives per Day
Two Galapagos Land Excursions
Trip Shirt
Trip Price $6850 USD
Regular price $7350 USD. Save $500 USD with Dan’s Dive Shop
MACHU PICCHU & PERU TOUR
Upgrade Your Adventure
Add a tour of Machu Picchu & Cuscu, Peru to your trip. This 6-night tour includes Cusco, Ollantaytambo, the Sacred Valley and option to hike or take the train to Machu Picchu.
This tour is an unforgettable experience to the ancient Inca civilization combined with the stunning mountainous landscapes and rich history of Peru.
Tour includes guide, accommodations, some meals, transport and admission.
About Galapagos Diving
Due to the Island’s isolated evolution and strict conservation effort, the Galapagos is one of the best places in the world to see unique and abundant marine wildlife.
It offers an unparalleled diving experience with remarkable diversity of marine life. As a highly protected marine reserve with pristine waters, animals often show little fear of humans, making for incredible close encounters.
Explore stunning underwater volcanic formations and unique geological features. Dive with large pelagics including multiple species of sharks, rays, mola molas, sea turtles, seals, and even whale sharks.
Scuba Diver Level
All divers must be Advanced certified and minimum 100 logged dives.
Divers must log a minimum 25 dives in the 12 months prior to the trip and have experience in deep dives, drift dives and cold water.
Please note this is not diving for newer or inexperienced divers. These diver requirements are to ensure the safety and enjoyment for all divers on board.
The waters in the Galapagos Islands are a unique mixture of warm and cold water with thermoclines ranging from 65F-80F. Minimum 5mm-7mm wetsuit with hood and gloves or drysuit with light underwear.
Nitrox available for $100 USD per week and highly recommended.
All diving from a tender with support staff to assist. Strong currents may occur. SMB required. Divers must be physically fit enough to dive from a tender and in currents
If you have questions if your diving level is suitable for this trip please contact us and we would be happy to advise you.
Galapagos Itinerary
Galapagos is one of the most exciting destinations in the world. The scenic view of the Darwin Arch is as picturesque as you can imagine. The following dive schedule provided is based on tides, currents, and weather conditions.
Thursday: Baltra Airport, Afternoon Greeting by Staff, Bus Transfer to the Itabaca Channel Canal and Boarding. Welcome, and Orientation Dive at Punta Carrion at Itabaca Channel.
Friday: 2 Morning dives; Punta Carrion (Santa Cruz Island) or Bartolome Punta. 1 afternoon hike to Bartolome Summit and panga ride at Pinacle Rock.
Saturday: January to May: 2 morning dives at Darwin and 2 afternoon dives at Wolf. June to December: 2 morning dives and 2 afternoon dives at Darwin.
Sunday: January to May: 4 Dives at Wolf; 2 morning, 2 afternoon dives. June to December: 2 morning dives, 1 afternoon.
Monday: January to May: 4 dives at Cabo Marshall; 2 morning dives, 1 afternoon dive. June to December: 2 morning dives at Darwin; and 2 afternoon dives at Wolf.
Tuesday: 2 morning dives at Cabo Douglas and 2 afternoon dives at Punta Vicente Roca.
Wednesday: 1 morning dive at Cousins Rock. Wednesday afternoon arrive at Itabaca Channel or Puerto Ayora. After lunch guests will disembark at 1 pm to go ashore for a private bus tour to see the beautiful Highlands of Santa Cruz Island. This will include a scenic view over Santa Cruz and a Tortoise Reserve to see giant tortoises.
After the hike, guests can walk through town, shop and visit the tortoise-breeding center Fausto Llerena at the Charles Darwin Research Station. Guests will have dinner ashore at a local restaurant of their choice (only meal not included in the cruise). The Galapagos Aggressor will depart at 10 pm from Puerto Ayora town to Baltra.
Thursday: Guests will have a full breakfast then check out and depart to the Baltra Airport.
About Galapagos Aggressor III
The Galapagos Aggressor III is 100 feet long, built and powered for comfort, safety and stability. She is diesel powered, cruise at an average speed of 10 knots and have 110 and 220 volt power onboard.
Comfortable accommodations include four deluxe staterooms which have two twin beds and three portholes and four master staterooms with a queen bed (which can be modified to 2 twin beds) and a large window. Each stateroom has a private toilet, shower, hair dryer, TV/media center, temperature controls and safe storage box.
The Galapagos Aggressor III sleeps 16 guests in privacy and comfort. She has a beautiful spacious salon, large covered cocktail desk, chaise lounges and deck chairs, bar, grill, and hot tub.
Deck Plans and Sample Menu Available Here
Machu Picchu & Peru Optional
Add Intrepid’s 6 night Inca Trail Express Tour to your trip. This trip allows both trekkers and non-trekkers to visit Machu Picchu – one of the magnificent Seven Wonders of the World, perched high in the Andes mountains.
Option to choose your tour: Train Route, Inca Trail Hike or Quarry Trail Hike.
Tour highlights also include the Sacred Valley and Cusco, South America’s oldest continuously inhabited city. The city has ancient foundations, an interesting blend of Incan and Spanish influences and seemingly endless things to do and see.
Please note this tour includes periods of walking and early morning starts at high altitudes. Read the Essential Trip Information here.
Trip Details
Vessel: Galapagos Aggressor III
Boards: Thursday in Balta Island, Ecudaor at 1:00pm
Disembarks: Thursday in Balta Island, Ecudaor at 8:00am
Itinerary: Galapagos Islands with Wolf & Darwin
Price: $6850 USD (regularly $7350 USD)
Included: Full board on Galapagos Aggressor III including a limited selection of beer and wine. Double occupancy in private en-suite Master or Deluxe Stateroom. Four dives per day, tanks, and weights. Two Galapagos Land excursions. Transfers to/from the airport to the dock. Dan’s Dive Shop Trip T-Shirt.
Not Included: Galapagos Park Fee $200 USD, Galapagos Visitor’s Visa Card $20 USD, air fare, land accommodation, gratuities, scuba gear, Nitrox $100USD per week.
Flights: Plan to arrive in Guayaquil, Ecuador one-night prior to the yacht’s departure. The next day fly to the Galapagos Airport in Baltra (GPS) and meet the Aggressor team to be transferred to the boat. Estimated round trip airfare from Toronto $1500-$2000 CDN. Flights are not bookable til June 2026.
Liveaboard Payments:
Deposit $1350 USD
Feb 1/26 $1000 USD
Aug 1/26 $1000 USD
Nov 1/26 $1000 USD
Feb 1/27 $2500 USD
Cancellation Policy:
$350 USD is non refundable.
Nine (9) months to 91 days prior to departure, 25% of the rate is forfeited.
90 days or less prior to departure,100% of the rate is forfeited.
Travel Insurance is Strongly Advised to protect you and your travel investment. Instant quotes available from DiveAssure Insurance for Travel, Medical & Diver Plans (rates are USD).
Cancel Anytime of Cancel for Any Reason Travel Insurance is highly advised.
Intrepid Travel requires all travels have at minimum Medical insurance
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: As of 2025 Canadian passport holders do not require a visa to enter Ecuador or Peru. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry . If you require an additional Visa to enter in 2027 you are responsible to have the appropriate documentation.
Questions? More information available in the Know Before You Go Guide.
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS BY
Fawn Messer, Envoyage Dive Travel Consultant
Phone: 905-984-2160 or 1-800-268-DANS
Email: [email protected]
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