Destination: Ecuador
Master the Galapagos (7 & 10 Nights) | From $708++/night
Galapagos Master Quick Pitch
The Galapagos Master dive liveaboard offers premiere dive cruises on a spacious first class yacht, complete with trip itineraries that take divers to the best sites, including Wolf & Darwin Islands.
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Location
The Galapagos Master embarks and disembarks at the island of San Cristóbal. Book your international flight into and out of Quito or Guayaquil International Airport in Ecuador from where there are daily domestic flights to San Cristóbal (SCY). Their representative will meet you at the airport.
Dive Overview
Excellent diving with large marine life. The Galapagos Master liveaboard boasts specialized scuba dive service for an exceptional holiday.
[See: Galapagos Dive Travel Guide]
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Accommodations
Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos
Galapagos Master Cabin Overview
She has 8 well-appointed modern cabins accommodating 16 divers.
The cabins
General Facilities
The bar & shaded seating area
The dive deck
Galapagos Master Boat Features
- Spacious indoor lounge
- Starlink Wifi now available onboard ($40 for 7-night trips & $60 for 10-night trips)
- Cushioned bench seating
- Plasma screen for movie and photo viewing
- Indoor camera set-up station, with numerous charging points (US flat pin plug)
- Shaded outdoor bench seating
- Sun-deck
- Bow area with additional cushioned loungers
- Indoor dining area complete with cocktail bar
Galapagos Master Dive Facilities
- Individual set up areas
- Under bench storage for all your personal items
- Rinse tanks
- 2 shower heads
- 2 deck heads
Food & Drinks Aboard Galapagos Master
All-inclusive western & local food served in buffet style. A selection of wines and beer are available.
Galapagos Master Deck Plan
Schedule, Rates & availability
Galapagos Master Schedule & Rates
Prices are in USD, per person and do not include park and port fees.
[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]
INCLUSIONS
- Full board, including water, tea, coffee, snacks between meals and after dives
- Diving and dive guides
- Island tours
- Transfers on departure and arrival days between San Cristobal Airport
- Up to 4 dives daily
- Weights, weight belt & SMB
Exclusions
- Mandatory: US$100 Galapagos National Park Fee (payable on arrival at San Cristobal Airport) & US$25 Ingala Transfer Card (payable on arrival at Guayaquil Airport or Quito Airport)
- Equadorian departure taxes (between US$28 -41) if not included in your flight ticket
- Full dive equipment rental (from US$45 per dive day)
- Nitrox (US$150-200)
- Alcoholic beverages (prices vary)
- Starlink Internet ($40 USD per guest for 7 nights or $60 USD for 10 night trips - connect up to three different devices. The data is unlimited. This is only available onboard, cannot be pre-booked, nor pre-paid.)
- Master Liveaboards merchandise (prices vary)
- Laundry
- Crew gratuities
Important Note
Optional extras payable on board the Galapagos Master are priced in USD. Galapagos Master can accept cash payment only on board in USD, Euro, GBP, and AUD.
RATES & AVAILABILITY
For more information on other departure dates, rates, and on availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at +1-310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!
Dive Information & Itineraries
Master the Galapagos Itinerary (7 & 10 Nights)
On a typical day, they offer up to 4 day dives. However, the 4th day dive may be substituted for a night dive when the boat is anchored within a sheltered cove. A 7-night itinerary provides for between 18-20 dives, whilst during our 10-night itineraries, up to 30 dives will be possible. The diving day aboard the Galapagos Master is scheduled as follows:
- Light Breakfast followed by a briefing and Dive 1
- Full Breakfast, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 2
- Lunch, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 3
- Snack, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 4, where possible
- Dinner
- To allow guests to explore the Galapagos to its fullest, on days 2, 7 and 10, dives 3 and 4 will be substituted by an island visit at North Seymour, Santa Cruz or Isla Isabela. 10, dives 3 and 4 will be substituted by an island visit at North Seymour, Santa Cruz or Isla Isabela.
Dive Overview
Diving in the Galapagos can be challenging, even for the experienced diver. At many sites, currents can be strong and visibility may diminish due to currents and an influx of nutrients. It is highly recommended that guests have training beyond beginner level and a minimum experience of 50 dives, preferably in similar conditions. If the dive crew feel that you do not have the relevant skills or experience to dive the more challenging sites safely then they may stipulate that you sit out some dives.
Water temperature ranges from 21-30°C (70-86°F) between December and May when manta rays are more commonly sighted. However, it drops to an average of 16-24°C (60-75°F) between June and November when the Humboldt Current comes up from the south, bringing with it plankton; making this the best time for seeing whale sharks. Thermoclines can also be expected and divers are advised to bring suitable thermal protection.
Other Information
Boat Specifications
- Year built: 2004
- Year renovated: 2015
- Length: 32.3 meters
- Beam: 7.5 meters
- Cruising speed: 12.5 knots
- Engines: 2 x MTU 6062 475 HP
- Max guests: 16
- Number of cabins: 9
- Number of bathrooms: 10
- Tenders: 2
- Water capacity: 16 tonnes
Practical Information
- Time Zone: UTC-5
- Local Currency: USD (US Dollar)
- Language Spoken: English
- Electricity: 110 & 220V
- Payment Onboard: Cash (USD, Euro, GBP, AUD and NZD)
Got Questions? Ready to Book?
Call us today at +1-310-915-6677 or email us info@bluewaterdivetravel.com
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Underwater Gallery
Photos provided by Robert Wilperning
