Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard, Galapagos Islands

Sleek and stylish modern motor yacht offering sustainable voyages throughout the Galapagos Islands

from$899 /day

per person

Overview

Dive with the world’s first Green Fins approved liveaboard fleet
Action-packed itineraries based on years of experience in the region
Brand new vessel with tons of style and comfort - perfect after an adventurous day of diving
Learn about the incredible Galapagos ecosystems from the passionate and professional crew

Part of the world’s first Green Fins approved liveaboard fleet, Tiburon Explorer allows intrepid and discerning divers to discover the unique ecosystems of the Galapagos in total peace of mind. This brand new vessel oozes elegance and comes ready-for-action with a host of convenient dive amenities and comforting little luxuries. Enjoy easy, eco-friendly diving from the efficiently-designed dive deck, capture the perfect shot with practical photography facilities, and then relax with a complimentary drink in the open-air Jacuzzi - what more could you ask for?

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

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15Feb 2025
8D / 7N
Galapagos Islands
16 - 20 dives
from $7,195
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 16 - 20
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 100 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
15 Feb 2025
01:00 PM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
Return
22 Feb 2025
08:30 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Beer and wine with dinner
Tanks and weights
Towels and toiletries
Transfers
Internet
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 - US$150 per person
Chamber fee - US$35
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Rental dive equipment - US$250 per trip
Nitrox - US$150 per trip
Diving courses
Domestic flights
Highlights
Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
Dive with up to 30 different species of shark during one incredible trip!
Opportunity for a self-guided visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
See land iguanas and possibly giant tortoises
Some of the biggest schools of hammerhead sharks on the planet
Large marine life including manta rays, whale sharks, and sea lions
Hike the highlands of Santa Cruz to a Galapagos tortoise sanctuary
Big pods of dolphins and thick schools of tuna and jacks

Day 1: Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning. The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport between 11am and 12pm and escort them to the Tiburon Explorer. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, organise equipment and listen to the safety briefings.

Day 2: Equipment check, followed by two morning dives. Sightings include rays and schools of fish. Afternoon North Seymour land visit. Walk the path around North Seymour Island to see the large colonies of blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Sighting of sea lions and marine iguanas are also common. Depart for Wolf Island (long transit).

Day 3: Arrive at Wolf Island early in the morning, ready for a full day of diving. Up to four dives will be offered, as well as a possible night dive. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale shark (in season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks

Day 4: Head over to Darwin Island for another four dives. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season) eagle rays, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks.

Day 5: Today will be spent back at Wolf Island, conducting another three or four dives. We will then transit back to the main archipelago overnight.

Day 6: Enjoy up to two morning dives at Cabo Douglas, where sightings include marine iguanas, before transiting to Punta Vicente Roca. Another one or two dives will be offered at Punta Vicente Roca, with possible sightings of mola mola, turtles and macro life. After the final dives, we will begin the 10-hour transit towards Santiago.

Day 7: Conduct two dives at Cousins Rock, a great site for macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing seahorses, sea lions and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz. Travel by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora. Dinner on your own in Puerto Ayora. Return to the Tiburon Explorer at 8:30pm.

Day 8: Depart the vessel by 9am. Transfer to the airport.

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
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
>12 months prior to departure - deposit fully refundable.
>8 months prior to departure - 10% of regular rate.
>6 months prior to departure - 20% of regular rate.
>90 days prior to departure - 30% of regular rate.
89 days or less prior to departure - Full payment due and non-refundable.
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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22Feb 2025
8D / 7N
Galapagos Islands
16 - 20 dives
from $7,195
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 16 - 20
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 100 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
22 Feb 2025
01:00 PM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
Return
01 Mar 2025
08:30 AM
Baltra
Baltra Airport: GPS
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Beer and wine with dinner
Tanks and weights
Towels and toiletries
Transfers
Internet
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 - US$150 per person
Chamber fee - US$35
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities
Rental dive equipment - US$250 per trip
Nitrox - US$150 per trip
Diving courses
Domestic flights
Highlights
Witness the unparalleled biodiversity that inspired Charles Darwin
Dive with up to 30 different species of shark during one incredible trip!
Opportunity for a self-guided visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
See land iguanas and possibly giant tortoises
Some of the biggest schools of hammerhead sharks on the planet
Large marine life including manta rays, whale sharks, and sea lions
Hike the highlands of Santa Cruz to a Galapagos tortoise sanctuary
Big pods of dolphins and thick schools of tuna and jacks

Day 1: Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning. The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport between 11am and 12pm and escort them to the Tiburon Explorer. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, organise equipment and listen to the safety briefings.

Day 2: Equipment check, followed by two morning dives. Sightings include rays and schools of fish. Afternoon North Seymour land visit. Walk the path around North Seymour Island to see the large colonies of blue-footed boobies and frigate birds. Sighting of sea lions and marine iguanas are also common. Depart for Wolf Island (long transit).

Day 3: Arrive at Wolf Island early in the morning, ready for a full day of diving. Up to four dives will be offered, as well as a possible night dive. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale shark (in season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks

Day 4: Head over to Darwin Island for another four dives. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season) eagle rays, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks.

Day 5: Today will be spent back at Wolf Island, conducting another three or four dives. We will then transit back to the main archipelago overnight.

Day 6: Enjoy up to two morning dives at Cabo Douglas, where sightings include marine iguanas, before transiting to Punta Vicente Roca. Another one or two dives will be offered at Punta Vicente Roca, with possible sightings of mola mola, turtles and macro life. After the final dives, we will begin the 10-hour transit towards Santiago.

Day 7: Conduct two dives at Cousins Rock, a great site for macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing seahorses, sea lions and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz. Travel by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora. Dinner on your own in Puerto Ayora. Return to the Tiburon Explorer at 8:30pm.

Day 8: Depart the vessel by 9am. Transfer to the airport.

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
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
>12 months prior to departure - deposit fully refundable.
>8 months prior to departure - 10% of regular rate.
>6 months prior to departure - 20% of regular rate.
>90 days prior to departure - 30% of regular rate.
89 days or less prior to departure - Full payment due and non-refundable.
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
1 male space left

Cabins

Suite, lower deck
Twin or double bed
2 people
Shareable
Stateroom, main deck
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.

Reviews

52 reviews

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May 2024

Wendy J

Great boat and amazing crew, exceptional diving

April 2023

William K

By far the best liveaboard diving we have ever done.

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Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard, Galapagos Islands

Overview

Choose your trip

Galapagos Islands

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Galapagos Islands

Departure

Return

What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Cabins

Suite, lower deck

Stateroom, main deck

Reviews

Wendy J

William K

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