Our exclusive two-week dive and photography expedition is the only one of its kind in the Galapagos Islands. There is a regulation in place allowing only one week cruises in the Galapagos however, based on Amos’ credentials, we have been given permission to stay at sea for a full two weeks. This enables us to invest the core of our expedition time at the best Galapagos dive sites – which are undoubtedly Darwin and Wolf - without losing any time for dive activities. Our chances to see the illusive whale shark are also increased as well as opportunities to see the mesmerizing site of schooling hammerhead sharks and much, much more.

On previous voyages we have had sightings of about 11 whale sharks, a pod of at least 300 bottlenose dolphins, parade after parade of hammerhead sharks and for the finale we had a 55-minute encounter with a bait-ball. The bait-ball of sardines was attacked and consumed to the last one by the frigate birds from above and from under the water by hundreds of yellow fin tuna, tens of silky sharks and dolphins.

The Galapagos marine reserve is one of the largest in the world and the islands are known as one of the world’s top dive destinations. With the creation of the Galapagos National Park this has helped to ensure that the waters remain amongst the healthiest on our planet. Our dive-masters are well trained and knowledgeable about life in this unique island environment - both below and above the water - and will definitely make your Galapagos diving experience a memorable one.

The M/V Sky Dancer is a first-class live aboard dive vessel accommodating up to 16 guests in eight comfortable cabins, all featuring two twin beds and private bathrooms, bathrobes and a hairdryer.

Arrive Quito, Ecuador. Welcome dinner and overnight.

For 13 days we will sail onboard our vessel the Sky Dancer - a superb comfortable live aboard dive boat known for its professional dive services. As well as our target species – the whale shark and hammerheads – there will opportunities to see Galapagos and silky sharks, schools of between 40 and 80 mobile rays, eagle rays and possibly manta rays. August is the peak month for such exhilarating encounters. The itinerary also includes at least two nature walks to experience the unique terrain of Galapagos lava formations and for sightings of marine and land iguanas, numerous endemic birds and to snorkel with the Galapagos penguins.

Depart Galapagos for the flight to Quito, farewell dinner and overnight.

Depart Quito for homebound flights.