The Enchanted Isles….

Ready to dive the Galapagos Islands?

Ready to see an incredible assortment of underwater and terrestrial life, up close and personal?

Ready to see the islands that inspired the most profound theory of life on this planet?

Our group looks for birds and penguins at the base of the iconic Pinnacle Rock.

Join renowned photographer Chris Parsons for an amazing trip to the enchanted Galapagos Islands, aboard the finest live-aboard dive boat in the area, the Galapagos Sky.

The Galapagos Sky captains and crew have diving in Galapagos figured out. This is an ideal itinerary, with lots of time at Darwin and Wolf Islands, but also with stops to see things like the marine iguanas, penguins, and mola mola, as well as some shore excursions.

A pair of silky sharks hanging out near the Galapagos Sky.

This is Chris’ 3rd visit to Galapagos. Your trip will be led by an experienced traveler, with an expert eye for underwater photography. As Chris says, “I don’t think there is a more exciting place to dive in the entire world.”

Each day you’ll have an opportunity to look at your images and talk about technique and ideas for the next day. Chris will help you get the most of your trip, including capturing the best possible photos or video.

Finishing up a dive at the incredible Darwin’s Arch. This may be the single best dive site in the world, and the topside scenery is just incredible.

“The love for all living creatures is the most noble attribute of man.”
– Charles Darwin

Mrs. Whaleshark. She’s about as big as a school bus.

From whalesharks to hammerheads, sea lions to penguins, mantas to mola molas, the big animal opportunities are endless. The scenery in Galapagos is spectacular in it’s own right. We could write about this for days, but you’ve heard about this magical place, so let’s get into some details about the trip.

Our group getting some bird info from one of the on-board naturalists.

The Details

  • Dates: Dec 1 – 8th, 2019
  • 16 Passenger Luxury Scuba Liveaboard
  • Spacious and stable, 100 feet long x 24 foot beam
  • 11 Ecuadorian Crew Members
  • 8 Cabins
  • Nitrox Included
  • Beer & Wine Included
  • 3 Days at Wolf & Darwin

The sea lions are so much fun; they are constantly playing with the divers and checking us out. Here a sweet little female strikes a decidedly dainty pose for the camera.

Travel to the islands is very easy. You’ll fly into Quito or Guayaquil, Ecuador, and overnight there. Chris will help you book your short flight from there to Galapagos, and a concierge will meet the group at the airport to make the hop to Galapagos easy. If you want to stay on in Galapagos for a land-based week, no problem, Chris can help arrange that for you.

Green turtle out in the blue near Darwin Island.

There are many details about travel, the diving, payment schedules, the boat, the itinerary, the marine park, gear needed, and more. If you are interested in this trip, contact marketing@puravidadivers.com and we will coordinate getting you the info asap.

The famous Galapagos marine iguanas have adapted to eating the algae that grows on rocks near shore.

Pricing

Deluxe cabins are $6395 per person.
Master cabins are $6595 per person.

Both cabin types are double occupancy with private bathroom.
Deluxe cabins are located on the lower deck of the yacht; Master cabins on the upper deck.
Deluxe cabins have 2 single beds; Master cabins have the option of 2 single beds or 1 larger bed.

*Please note that this travel opportunity is being led and coordinated by Chris Parsons. Payments will NOT be made to Pura Vida Divers.* 

Hammerheads cruising over the reef.

Rates include: Cabin accommodation, all meals, snacks, beverages (including beer and wine with dinner), air or Nitrox fills, one 80 cu ft/12 liter tank, weights, weight belt, up to 4 dives per day on 5.5 days, 3 land excursions, service of Dive Guides, all other Galapagos Sky services and amenities.

Rates do not include:
• Trip interruption or Cancellation Insurance
• Dive Accident Insurance (DAN or DiveAssure)
• International Airfare to Ecuador (Quito UIO or Guayaquil GYE)
• Domestic Airfare to the Galapagos Islands
• Galapagos National Park entrance fee $100
• Transit card (TCT) $20
• Hyperbaric chamber fee $35
• Credit card service fee if using credit card
• Rental gear
• Gratuities to guides and crew.

A little Galapagos Penguin checks out our group.

Do It!

This trip will sell out, and soon. Do not wait, contact us ASAP for this trip of a lifetime! Send an email to marketing@puravidadivers.com or call the shop at 561-840-8750.

It’s time to explore the enchanted Galapagos Islands!

A sea lion on the surface, about to come back down to play. She’ll be waiting for you in December!