Galapagos Master Liveaboard, Galapagos Islands

Dive some of the planet's most dynamic sites with this modern, safe, and spacious yacht as your base

from$893 /day

per person

Overview

Itineraries lasting eight to ten days exploring the Galapagos' best diving
Luxurious details including fine dining, bar, and modern decor
Up to four dives per day and guaranteed shore excursions
Outstanding facilities with private storage, camera station, and two tenders

Galapagos Master is a modern, stylish motor yacht, recently refurbished for liveaboard diving in the Galapagos Islands. This boat offers adventurous and luxurious voyages with a focus on wildlife and the island’s unique sites - above and below water. Encounter whale sharks, hammerheads, penguins and marine iguanas; then take the adventure topside where rare birds, tortoises, and other land species await. The Galapagos Master's classic itineraries mix exceptional service from the crew, modern facilities for divers with top of the line rental equipment, nitrox, and individual gear amenities, and near-guaranteed encounters with some of the world's most exciting oceanic species.

Number of cabins:9
Internet:YES
Nitrox:YES
Equipment rental:YES
Guest / Guide:8:1
Group booking discounts

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23Dec 2024
8D / 7N
Master the Galapagos (SCY) 7N
Up to 18 dives
-20% discount
$6,790
from $5,432
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives Up to 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
23 Dec 2024
02:00 PM
San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport: SCY
Return
30 Dec 2024
08:30 AM
San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport: SCY
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Tanks and weights
Towels and toiletries
Transfers
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Diving and travel insurance
National park fee - US$200 per person
Transit control card - US$20 per person
Fuel surcharge
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Rental dive equipment - US$270 per trip
Nitrox - US$150 per trip
Domestic flights
Laundry service
Highlights
Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
Enjoy up to 3 days with the hammerheads of Wolf and Darwin
Explore North Seymour in search of iguanas and blue-footed boobies
See endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
Dive with up to 30 different species of shark during one incredible trip!
Large marine life including manta rays, dolphins and sea lions

Day 1: Embarkation between 14:00 and 14:30 followed by introductions, boat and safety briefings and lunch. There will usually be a shallow check dive scheduled in the afternoon.

Day 2: Light breakfast followed by a dive. After a full Breakfast and relaxation period, a second dive will be offered. You will then enjoy lunch, followed by an afternoon land tour of North Seymour Island.

Days 3-6: Enjoy a light breakfast followed by the first dive of the day. After a full Breakfast and relaxation period, a second dive will be offered. You will then be served lunch, followed by a relaxation period, and the third dive of the day. An afternoon snack and relaxation period, will help boost your energy stores for the fourth and final dive of the day, where possible. During our 7-night itineraries, we usually plan for 3 days of diving around Darwin and Wolf.

Day 7: Enjoy a light breakfast followed by the first dive of the day. After a full Breakfast and relaxation period, a second dive will be offered. After lunch, take part in a land tour on Santa Cruz to the Charles Darwin Station and Puerto Ayora Town.

Day 8: Disembark after breakfast, no later than 8.30am. You can then visit the Interpretation Centre in San Cristobal before your transfer to the airport or hotel.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
5% deposit - required to secure reservation.
25% - 360 days prior to departure.
70% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
More than 360 days: 5% of the total invoice amount (or deposit amount paid, whichever is greater)
360 – 61 days: 30% of the total invoice amount (or deposit amount paid, whichever is greater)
60 days or less: Up to 100% of the total invoice amount
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $5,432 /guest
Per person, diving included
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30Dec 2024
11D / 10N
Master the Galapagos (SCY) 10N
Up to 27 dives
from $9,900
Overview
Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives Up to 27
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
30 Dec 2024
02:00 PM
San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport: SCY
Return
09 Jan 2025
08:30 AM
San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport: SCY
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Tanks and weights
Towels and toiletries
Transfers
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Diving and travel insurance
National park fee - US$200 per person
Transit control card - US$20 per person
Fuel surcharge
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Rental dive equipment - US$405 per trip
Nitrox - US$225 per trip
Domestic flights
Laundry service
Highlights
Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station
Enjoy up to 4 days with the hammerheads of Wolf and Darwin
Explore North Seymour in search of iguanas and blue-footed boobies
See endemic penguins, fur seals, marine iguanas and giant tortoises
Dive with up to 30 different species of shark during one incredible trip!
Large marine life including manta rays, dolphins and sea lions

Day 1: Embarkation between 14:00 and 14:30 followed by introductions, boat and safety briefings and lunch. There will usually be a shallow check dive scheduled in the afternoon.

Day 2: Light breakfast followed by a dive. After a full Breakfast and relaxation period, a second dive will be offered. You will then enjoy lunch, followed by an afternoon land tour of North Seymour Island.

Days 3-9: Enjoy a light breakfast followed by the first dive of the day. After a full Breakfast and relaxation period, a second dive will be offered. You will then be served lunch, followed by a relaxation period, and the third dive of the day. An afternoon snack and relaxation period, will help boost your energy stores for the fourth and final dive of the day, where possible. During our 10-night itineraries, we usually plan for 4 days of diving around Darwin and Wolf.

Day 10: Enjoy a light breakfast followed by the first dive of the day. After a full Breakfast and relaxation period, a second dive will be offered. After lunch, take part in a land tour on Santa Cruz to the Charles Darwin Station and Puerto Ayora Town.

Day 11: Disembark after breakfast, no later than 8.30am. You can then visit the Interpretation Centre in San Cristobal before your transfer to the airport or hotel.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
5% deposit - required to secure reservation.
25% - 360 days prior to departure.
70% balance - due 60 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 60 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
More than 360 days: 5% of the total invoice amount (or deposit amount paid, whichever is greater)
360 – 61 days: 30% of the total invoice amount (or deposit amount paid, whichever is greater)
60 days or less: Up to 100% of the total invoice amount
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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Per person, diving included
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Cabins

Classic twin cabin
Twin beds
2 people
Shareable
Classic convertible cabin
Twin or double bed
2 people
Shareable
Premium double cabin
Double bed
2 people
Non shareable
Premium convertible cabin
Twin or double bed
2 people
Shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.