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Galapagos Sky Cruise

Galapagos Sky Cruise

Days Icon 8-Days
Location icon Galapagos Cruises
Budget icon From USD 7,495 p.p.
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Welcome Aboard the Galapagos Sky Luxury Liveaboard

The Galápagos Sky is a luxury liveaboard designed for up to 16 divers, combining comfortable onboard amenities with access to some of the archipelago’s most remarkable underwater sites. Between dives, relax in the indoor lounge, enjoy freshly prepared meals, or unwind on deck with a drink and fellow divers. An open bar and attentive onboard service round out the experience, creating a welcoming base for exploring the Galápagos Marine Reserve.

The yacht offers eight air-conditioned cabins, including four lower-deck Deluxe cabins with portholes and four upper-deck Master suites with large picture windows. Each cabin features comfortable bedding and a private bathroom, providing a quiet retreat between diving excursions. Compare the Galápagos Sky with other vessels in our selection of Galápagos Cruises to find the right fit for your trip.

Galapagos Sky: Daily Expeditions and Activities

Enjoy up to four dives a day at exceptional sites across the Galápagos, including Darwin and Wolf islands, where you may encounter whale sharks, hammerheads, rays, and other marine life. The dedicated dive deck features individual gear stations, hot-water outdoor showers, and a camera table for underwater photographers. Between diving days, join guided land excursions to explore volcanic landscapes and observe giant tortoises in their natural habitat.

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Highlights of the Galapagos Sky

  • check World-Class Dive Itineraries

    Maximize the underwater adventure with specialized, liveaboard-focused routes that feature multiple, extensive drift dives around the legendary Darwin and Wolf islands.

  • check Fully Equipped Camera Stations

    Benefit from professional-grade photographic support, including dedicated clean-surface preparation tables, fresh-water equipment rinse tanks, and outdoor charging stations.

  • check All-Inclusive Nitrox Diving Logs

    Optimize your dive time with complimentary Enriched Air Nitrox included across all excursions for certified enriched-air divers.

  • check Ecuadorian Fine Dining

    Savor chef-prepared gourmet recipes inside a stylish dinner area, perfectly accompanied by complimentary fine wines and premium Ecuadorian craft beers.

Galapagos Sky Rates

Duration / CategoryStandard Rate
(Per Person)		Private Charter
(Full Vessel)
8 Days / Deluxe CabinUS$7,495US$122,320
8 Days / Master CabinUS$7,795–
11 Days / Deluxe CabinUS$8,890–
11 Days / Master CabinUS$9,290–
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Galapgos Sky Itinereary

Galapgos Sky Diving Itinerary (8 Days/ 7 Nights)

  • DAY 1 : San Cristóbal - Lobos Island (sunday)

    A Galápagos sea lion rests on the sandy beach of La Lobería, with dark volcanic rocks and the ocean in the background

    Upon arrival at San Cristóbal Airport, meet the crew and transfer to the Galápagos Sky. After boarding, your luggage will be delivered to the dive deck while you settle in and complete the required safety briefing and drills. Once preparations are complete, head northwest to Lobos Island for your first check-out dive.

    Underwater, encounter playful Galápagos sea lions and fur seals as they dart through the water around you. The island’s distinctive volcanic landscape also offers a first glimpse of the dramatic scenery that makes the Galápagos unique, both above and below the surface.

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    • Activity Activity:Arrival. Diving.
    • Meal Meal:Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Single or double cabins.

  • DAY 2: Bartholomew - Cousin's Rock (monday)

    Pinnacle Rock and the twin beaches of Bartolomé Island

    Dive near Bartolomé Island, keeping an eye out for Galápagos penguins before heading ashore to explore the island. A trail and staircase lead to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Pinnacle Rock, the surrounding volcanic terrain, and the island’s twin beaches.

    Later, dive at Cousin’s Rock, off the eastern coast of Santiago Island. This site’s sloping walls and rocky formations shelter a variety of marine life, including frogfish, seahorses, scorpionfish, and octopuses. Schools of barracuda and hammerhead sharks may also pass through, while sea lions sometimes accompany divers into the water and during safety stops.

    • Activity Activity:Hiking. Diving.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Double or single accommodations.

  • DAY 3: Wolf and Darwin (tuesday)

    Darwin and Wolf - Galapagos Islands

    Begin a three-day diving expedition around Wolf and Darwin, two remote islands renowned for their extraordinary marine life. The schedule allows for up to four dives per day, potentially including a night dive, depending on conditions and the crew’s plan.

    These isolated volcanic islands have steep cliffs and no conventional visitor trails, so the focus is entirely on underwater exploration. Between dives, enjoy views of their rugged coastlines and prepare for encounters with some of the Galápagos’ most impressive pelagic species.

    • Activity Activity:Diving.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Double or single accommodations.

  • DAY 4 : Darwin Island (wednesday)

    Majestic giant manta ray gliding effortlessly over a reef in deep ocean waters during a galapagos diving excursion

    Dive around Darwin’s Arch area, one of the archipelago’s best-known underwater sites. Conditions and currents vary between dive locations, while the water can be warmer than around the central islands.

    Keep watch for schools of hammerhead and Galápagos sharks, along with dolphins, tuna, bigeye jacks, mobula rays, and silky sharks. Marine life can be abundant here, and every dive brings the possibility of a different encounter.

    • Activity Activity:Diving.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Double or single accommodations.

  • DAY 5: Wolf Island (thursday)

    Scuba diver making hand gestures while floating above a thriving coral reef during a galapagos scuba diving tour

    Continue exploring Wolf Island’s diverse dive sites, known for large aggregations of hammerhead and Galápagos sharks and occasional whale shark sightings. Dolphins, tuna, spotted eagle rays, barracuda, sea lions, and sea turtles may also appear in the surrounding waters.

    Look closely along the seabed and rocky crevices for moray eels, including individuals swimming in open water. The area’s marine life includes species associated with warmer Indo-Pacific waters, and a night dive may offer the chance to spot the distinctive red-lipped batfish moving along the bottom.

    • Activity Activity:Diving.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Double or single accommodations.

  • DAY 6 : Douglas Cape - Vicente Roca Point (friday)

    Two sea lion pups resting on volcanic rocks at Espinoza Point

    At Cape Douglas on Fernandina’s western coast, dive among marine iguanas, Galápagos penguins, and flightless cormorants. Sea lions, sea turtles, seahorses, and a variety of reef fish may also be seen, with occasional sightings of horn sharks, red-lipped batfish, and hammerhead sharks.

    Later, explore the underwater wall at Vicente Roca Point on Isabela Island, where colder waters support soft corals, sponges, and endemic black coral. Look for ocean sunfish, seahorses, and red-lipped batfish beneath the surface. A post-dive Zodiac excursion offers another perspective on the coastline, with opportunities to spot penguins, marine iguanas, and seabirds.

    • Activity Activity:Snorkeling. Hiking.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Double or single accommodations.

  • DAY 7 : Pinzón Island - Santa Cruz Highlands (saturday)

    A giant tortoise with its mouth wide open amidst lush green grass in the Santa Cruz Highlands of the Galápagos Islands

    Dive around Pinzón Island, where sharks, sea lions, manta rays, eagle rays, and moray eels inhabit the surrounding waters. Look for colorful reef fish, including yellow-tailed surgeonfish and king angelfish, as well as barracuda moving through the area.

    After diving, transfer by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands for a land excursion among lush vegetation and native giant tortoises. Depending on the schedule, the visit may also include Puerto Ayora before returning to the Itabaca Channel to reboard the yacht. Enjoy dinner onboard as the vessel sails toward San Cristóbal overnight.

    • Activity Activity:Diving. Hiking.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.
    • Accommodations Accommodation:Double or single accommodations.

  • DAY 8 : Interpretation Center - San Cristóbal Airport (saturday)

    Red and white lighthouse on a rocky point near Playa Mann in the Galápagos with a town and ocean in the back

    Arrive off the coast of San Cristóbal for a final land excursion. Visit the Interpretation Center to learn about the Galápagos’ human history and the relationship between people and the islands, then enjoy a short walk through town if time allows.

    After the visit, transfer to San Cristóbal Airport for your return flight to mainland Ecuador, bringing your diving expedition to a close.

    • Activity Activity:Hiking. Departure.
    • Meal Meal:Breakfast.

Galapagos Sky: 8-Day Diving in Ocean Wonders Map

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Galapagos Sky Specifications

Class

First class.

Capacity

16 passengers.

Construction year

2001.

Type

Steel hulled vessel.

Length

100 ft / 30,48 m.

Width

24 ft / 7.31 m.

Cabins

4 master cabins.
4 deluxe cabins.

  • Galapagos Sky Deckplan

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Inclusions

  • Transfers airport-yacht-airport in Galapagos.
  • Airport pick-up and assistance.
  • Single or double accommodation. Triple accommodation under request, subject to availability.
  • Guided expeditions as detailed in the itinerary.
  • Top bilingual Park-certified guide (English/Spanish).
  • Cruise service officer.
  • Daily activity briefing.
  • All meals and snacks.
  • Soft drinks.
  • Captain's welcome and farewell cocktail.
  • Use of sea kayaks and paddleboards.
  • Expedition gear.
  • 80 cu ft / 12 L tank, weights, and weight belt. Up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days.

Exclusions

  • Round-trip to Galapagos
  • Galapagos National Park entrance fee: USD 200 p.p. (subject to change)
  • Migratory control card: USD 20 p.p. (subject to change)
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities for guide and crew
  • Travel and health insurance
  • Micro SD card
  • Nitrox (USD 200 in 2023 and 2024)

Galápagos Sky Liveaboard FAQs

  • What dive routes and schedules can you choose on Galápagos Sky?

    You can choose 7 and 10-night liveaboard itineraries. The classic 8-day route includes up to 19 dives, featuring three full days dedicated exclusively to the world-famous dive sites of Wolf and Darwin.

  • What marine wildlife will you encounter on these dive expeditions?

    You will dive alongside massive schools of scalloped hammerheads, seasonal whale sharks, eagle rays, pods of dolphins, underwater-feeding marine iguanas, and playful sea lions with two expert dive guides.

  • What dedicated dive facilities are available onboard?

    You will enjoy a spacious dive platform with hot freshwater showers, warm towels after every dive, camera tables with charging ports, free Nitrox, and dual pangas for seamless ocean entries.

  • What amenities do the staterooms and social lounges offer?

    You will relax in one of eight air-conditioned cabins featuring private en-suite bathrooms and eco-toiletries. Onboard perks include a sun deck, a cozy lounge, a bar, and fine wine pairings with dinner.

  • What certification level do you need to join this itinerary?

    Due to strong currents around Wolf and Darwin, you need an Advanced Open Water certification and a recommended minimum of 50 to 100 logged open-water dives. Our team will verify all requirements with you.

Additional Information

  • Prices for the upcoming travel season are subject to change.
  • Essential items to bring include comfortable and lightweight clothing (with a jacket as a precaution), water, sunblock, sunglasses, and your passport.
  • To enter Ecuador, your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended departure from the country.
  • Prices are subject to seasonal surcharges during Christmas, New Year’s, and Holy Week (Semana Santa).
  • For children under the age of 12, there is a 10% discount.
  • Activity schedules are subject to change based on departure/arrival times and availability. All inclusions are guaranteed until the afternoon of the final day of the itinerary.
  • Maximize your time in the Galápagos by choosing early arrival and late departure flights. Late arrivals or early departures may cause you to miss some of the included tours.
  • Bring smaller baggage/bags since public transportation on the Galápagos Islands is quite limited.
  • ​​There are no guides on the public speedboat transportation between islands.
  • It is suggested to have current travel insurance, including personal medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.
  • Take the necessary precautions to avoid food poisoning (always wash your hands before eating, don’t eat street food, only eat peeled fruits, etc.).
  • Tap water in the Galápagos Islands might contain bacteria and should not be consumed, not even for brushing your teeth. Bottled or purified water is always recommended.
  • Rebecca Adventure Travel reserves the right to change the itinerary without prior notice due to weather conditions, availability, National Park regulations or notifications, or unforeseen circumstances.
  • When flying to the Galápagos from Quito or Guayaquil, we recommend arriving in the city at least 24 hours before your flight to avoid inconveniences.

Advantages of Booking with Rebecca Adventure Travel

  • Impactful Travel: Develop meaningful connections that provide mutual enrichment for both travelers and host cultures.
  • Empowering Locals: Support family-owned businesses, immerse yourself in local culture, and contribute to local economies.
  • Sustainable Travel: Preserve cultures and the environment with our Huella Positiva, a sustainable/regenerative tourism model.
  • Peace of Mind: We’re here for you every step of the way, offering requisite insurance, certifications, and rebooking options.
  • Customized Service: Our personalized Travel Curator ensures your trip meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.

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