Currents in Galapagos are often strong and difficult to swim against. Conditions in Galapagos change constantly, often with the same dive site experiencing completely different conditions from one dive to the next. Though the currents can be challenging, there are areas more suited to novice divers where more challenging conditions can be avoided.

Generally June to December in Galapagos is the coldest water temperature, and December to June is the warmest. However Galapagos temperatures are greatly influenced by ocean currents, so conditions are known to change frequently. Usually the surface temperature is 18 to 25 degrees celsius year round.

Generally visibility is between 10 – 20 meters. Cooler months often have poorer visibility, however there is often more activity in the water.

The recommended time to wait to fly after 2 recreational dives is 18 hours. It is therefore a good idea to wait to depart Galapagos until the afternoon of the following your dives.

No. Diving is strictly regulated by the Galapagos National Park and is only allowed only in certain areas of the Galapagos Marine Reserve. Divers must always be accompanied by a certified Galapagos Marine Reserve Dive Master Guide and a properly licensed boat.

No. All passengers on dive trips are there to dive. If you have non-divers traveling to Galapagos with you, speak with us about day tours that they can do whilst you are out diving.