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The real cost of diving in Galapagos

Ecuador · Eastern PacificPremiumBest months: Jun-Nov1 verified price

Cold, nutrient-rich currents make the Galapagos a big-animal mecca — hammerheads, sea lions, marine iguanas and whale sharks (Jun-Nov) — dived as day trips from Santa Cruz or by liveaboard to Wolf & Darwin.

Dive centers in Galapagos

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Most divers do several dives. Set how many to see a rough total — packages usually cost less per dive.

6 dives
≈ €1,297
Based on the lowest single fun dive here

Single-dive rate × your dives. Many centres discount multi-dive packs, so you’ll often pay less.

Dive centres in Galapagos

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Plan your Galapagos trip

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