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M/V Tiburon Explorer

Ecuador · Liveaboard★ 5

from USD 7,395 / person

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Type
Liveaboard
Built / renovated
2019
Length × width
38 m × 7 m
Cabins
9
Nitrox
YES ($)
Wi-Fi
FREE
Rental gear
YES ($)

Highlights

  • Tiburon Explorer offers idyllic diving in the marine playground of the Galapagos Islands, with personalized service and excellent food
  • Dive with playful sea lions and travel to the famous Darwin and Wolf for thrilling hammerhead and whale shark encounters
  • All sites are great for underwater photography, with sea horses and barnacle blennies for macro lovers, as well as an abundance of rays and turtles
  • After dives, soak in the hot tub on deck and watch the stars come out over this breathtaking archipelago
  • An unforgettable and unmissable adventure for any nature-loving diver

About M/V Tiburon Explorer

Welcome aboard the M/V Tiburon Explorer, a modern and airy liveaboard that promises an unforgettable diving experience in the stunning Galapagos Islands. As part of the prestigious Explorer fleet, this vessel takes you on breathtaking routes through the Western Archipelago and to the renowned Darwin and Wolf Islands, where you can dive among playful sea lions, majestic hammerhead sharks, and the elusive whale shark.

With 100 scheduled departures, your adventure includes 7 to 10 nights filled with up to 28 dives, all while enjoying personalized service and exceptional onboard comfort. Each dive site is a paradise for underwater photography enthusiasts, showcasing vibrant marine life such as seahorses, barnacle blennies, and an abundance of rays and turtles. After a day of diving, unwind in the hot tub on deck as you gaze at the stars above this breathtaking archipelago.

Routes & departures

Western Archipelago, Darwin and Wolf Islands7 nights · 17 dives · 88 Departures
  1. 1
    Day 1

    Safety briefing, crew introduction, necessary dive paperwork, cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place before departing the harbor. Journey to the first dive site for a check dive. Please take this opportunity to familiarize yourself with the vessel and make yourself comfortable. Check out dive at Punta Carrion. After dinner the vessel will depart to the next scheduled destination. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors.

  2. 2
    Day 2

    Balta North 2 Dives at 6:30 and 9:30. Sightings include rays and schools of fish. Afternoon North Seymour land visit. Walk the path around North Seymour Island to see the large colonies of Blue Footed Boobies and Frigate Birds. Sighting of Sea Lions and Marine Iguanas are also common. Depart for Wolf Island (long transit)

  3. 3
    Day 3

    Wolf Island 4 Dives at 6:30, 10:30. 2:00 and 4:30. Possible night dive. Sightings often include hammerheads, whale shark (in season), eagle rays, sea lions, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks

  4. 4
    Day 4

    Darwin Island 4 Dives at 6:30, 10:30, 2:00 and 4:30 Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season) eagle rays, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks. Transit to Wolf Island

  5. 5
    Day 5

    Wolf Island 3-4 Dives at 6:30, 10:30, 2:00 and 4:30 Sightings often include hammerheads, whale sharks (in season), eagle rays, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks. Transit to Cabo Douglas (12 hours)

  6. 6
    Day 6

    Cabo Douglas 1-2 Dives Sightings include marine iguanas. Transit to Punta Vicente Roca Punta Vicente Roca (1-2 Dives) Sightings often include mola mola, turtles and macro life Transit to Cousins Rock (10 hours)

  7. 7
    Day 7

    Cousins Rock 2 Dives at 6:30 and 9:30 This is a great macro diving with an excellent chance of seeing sea horses, sea lions and eagle rays. Lunch will be served while transiting to Santa Cruz (3 hours). Travel by bus to the Santa Cruz Highlands to visit the giant tortoises in their natural habitat. Transfer to the town of Puerto Ayora. Dinner on your own in Puerto Ayora. Return to the Tiburon Explorer at 8:30pm.

  8. 8
    Day 8

    Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

You must bring a certificate of health insurance to be allowed entry into Ecuador: it is your responsibility to ensure you are carrying this   Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

Sunday’s evening meal is not included Guests fly into Ecuador and take a connecting flight, through Guayaquil or Quito, to Seymur You will need to overnight in Guayaquil or Quito before flying on to the Galapagos and we do recommend to arrive on the mainland 2 days before the trip in case of lost luggage. Check with us info about the baggage limitations allowed on all flights to the Galapagos Islands Credit cards are subject to the 14% VAT plus 6% in bank fees. Bills will be settled onboard on Sunday morning.for onboard credit card payments  Most divers are comfortable with a 7 mm wetsuit June through November with a hooded vest and gloves and a minimum 5 mm wetsuit December through May. Gloves and hood are strongly recommended

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Galapagos Special Itinerary10 nights · 28 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    Guests fly to the Galapagos Islands from Mainland Ecuador, arriving in the late morning. The dive guides will meet the guests at the airport between 11:00 am and 12 pm and escort them to the Galapagos liveaboard, Tiburon Explorer. Guests will board the vessel, have lunch, organize equipment and listen to the safety briefings. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

  2. 2
    Day 2

    3 - 4 dives, including a night dive if permitted by the authorities.

  3. 3
    Day 3
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  10. 10
    Day 10

    2 dives in the morning depending on guest flight schedules and the 24-hour requirement before flying.

  11. 11
    Day 11

    Depart the vessel by 9 am. Transfer to the airport. Unfortunately, our trip has come to an end it's the last morning so some photos with the crew, and then it's time for goodbyes as the guests are accompanied ashore and to the airport for their flights.

Good to know

You must bring a certificate of health insurance to be allowed entry into Ecuador: it is your responsibility to ensure you are carrying this   Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions.

Getting there

Guests fly into Ecuador and take a connecting flight, through Guayaquil or Quito, to Seymur You will need to overnight in Guayaquil or Quito before flying on to the Galapagos and we do recommend to arrive on the mainland 2 days before the trip in case of lost luggage. Check with us info about the baggage limitations allowed on all flights to the Galapagos Islands Credit cards are subject to the 14% VAT plus 6% in bank fees. Bills will be settled onboard on Sunday morning.for onboard credit card payments Most divers are comfortable with a 7 mm wetsuit June through November with a hooded vest and gloves and a minimum 5 mm wetsuit December through May. Gloves and hood are strongly recommend

What's included

  • ✓ Local beer & wine
  • ✓ Tea
  • ✓ Soft drinks
  • ✓ Water
  • ✓ Snacks between meals and after dives
  • ✓ Free WiFi
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Transfer from/to the airport (round-trip, only on boat arrival & departure days)
  • ✓ Dive guides
  • ✓ Weight Belt/Weights/Tank(s)
  • ✕ Regulator
  • ✕ Dive computer
  • ✕ National park fees
  • ✕ PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox)
  • ✕ Tips for the crew
  • ✕ Galapagos transit card
  • ✕ Hyperbaric chamber contribution
  • ✕ Domestic flights
  • ✕ Full scuba set
  • ✕ Wetsuit
  • ✕ BCD
  • ✕ DIN/INT Adaptor
  • ✕ Satellite phone call (per minute)
  • ✕ Fuel surcharges
  • ✕ Nitrox
  • ✕ 15 liter tanks
  • ✕ Dinner ashore on last night
  • ✕ Offset your carbon emissions & preserve reef biodiversity with the SeaGrass Grow Program
  • ✕ Alcohol (premium brands)
  • ✕ Fins and booties

Marine life

BarracudaWhitetip reef sharkBlacktip reef sharkHammerhead sharkOrcaSea lionSunfish (mola mola)Whale sharkEagle rayDolphinsLeatherback sea turtle

Facilities & amenities

Wi-Fi (free)Nitrox ($)Rental Equipment ($)

Reviews · 1

★ 51 guest reviews

★ 5 · Ricardo De Pablos Velez Luckie · 2023-11-27

El barco está hermoso y en excelente estado, pero lo que lo hace en verdad especial es su tripulación. Super amigable, atento y educado. Los guías excelentes, la operación impecable, la comida y bebida deliciosa, el equipo de buceo en excelente estado... en verdad no hay una sola cosa que pudieran haber hecho mejor, superaron todas mis expectativas.

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