Tiburon Explorer, Galapagos
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9.7 Exceptional
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- Free Internet
- Nitrox available
- from $ 774 / day
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“We had an incredible amount of food - four fantastic meals daily.”
Highlights
Built by divers, for divers, the Tiburon Explorer liveaboard offers everything to make your Galapagos liveaboard trip memorable. Catering to 16 guests, the liveaboard provides 9 comfortable staterooms on the lower and main decks. Each cabin is air-conditioned, with a private en-suite bathroom, queen or twin beds, and ample storage space. The main deck cabins have large windows providing stunning ocean views. Social areas include a modern main-deck salon with a TV & lounge area and a furnished dining room serving delicious chef-prepared cuisine. For further socializing and relaxation, guests can unwind on the top deck, enjoy the partially covered sun deck, or relax in the hot tub. The expansive dive deck has modern amenities, including individual gear bins, air and nitrox filling stations, and freshwater rinse tanks for kit and camera equipment.
The Tiburon Explorer liveaboard offers amazing dive trips in the Galapagos Islands. The 7-night/8-day trips explore the 'Best-of-Galapagos' sites of the Western Archipelago, including the world-famous Darwin & Wolf. This unique itinerary includes dives with endemic marine iguanas and larger pelagics, such as hammerhead sharks, manta rays, and whale sharks - season permitting, plus if divers are lucky, a chance to see the rare mola-mola. Two land tours are included to see giant land tortoises and endemic birds like the blue-footed boobie.
Book online to reserve your Galapagos dive safari aboard the Tiburon Explorer.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Chamber Fees (35 USD per week), Fuel Surcharge (150-220 USD), National Park Fees (100-200 USD), Visas and Fees (20 USD).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Hotel Transfer, Nitrox (150 USD per week), Nitrox Course (170 USD), Rental Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services.
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Tiburon Explorer Reviews
- 9.7 Exceptional
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Vessel
9.8
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Crew
9.7
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Food
9.9
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Diving
9.7
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Value
9.4
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- 8.4 Very good
- christine N
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United States
Amazing dive experience with a lot of activity
The trip to Dawrin and Wolf was a great experience. Visibility was poor which was the only downside to the diving. We still were able to see many dolphins, hammerheads, one whale shark. The crew was amazing they completely took care of everything and helped with all of the dive gear on every dive. You have to be experienced and make sure you are checking your own time and air. The dive guides did not monitor everyone's air very well. You have to monitor your own air. My son ran low on air on a couple of dives which was dangerous and he had a hard time getting the dive guide's attention. They will send you up by yourself if you are low on air. It was a wonderful experience but just caution that you must be experienced to dive with this crew.
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- Service, the entire crew was great. Diving with the big fish. comforttable stateroom and sun area.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Margaret O
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United States
Best dive boat I've ever been on
I don't know if I can put into words how amazing this trip was. Sure, seeing the incredible sea animals was over the top, but much more importantly, the crew was kind, courteous, attentive. I'm not the diver I used to be, and they took special Care to keep me safe. They let me put my gear on in the panga, which was so sweet. Also taking our gear off in the water before getting back in the panga was a godsend. I think I developed a crush on my dive guides. Very knowledgeable, very professional, and it didn't hurt that they were both very attractive! If only I was 40 years younger!
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- The crew was remarkable. The food was incredible. The boat is premier..
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Kathleen G
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United States
Amazing Galapagos experience which provided all the highlights and more!
We saw whale sharks, hundreds of hammerheads, Galapagos, Silky, & tiger sharks plus penguins, dolphins, turtles, marine iguanas and tons of birds. The crew was great, I had so much appreciation for their help getting in and out of the 7 mm wet suit & gear.
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- Incredible diving. Amazing crew. Great accommodations.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Janel M
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United States
INCREIBLE
Stellar. So worth the money. I hesitated for so many years, you must BE READY. It is not the easiest nor the most affordable, but ugggghhhh,…. so uncreible!!!
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- Juan Carlos. Whale Sharks. 1000’s of Hammerheads.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Stephanie H
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United States
The best diving you'll ever do on the best boat, with the best crew.
I cannot say enough amazing things about my liveaboard trip on the Tiburon Explorer. The boat looks exactly like the photos - sleek interiors and the most incredible cabins - so spacious! We enjoyed the hot tub after nearly every dive and had hours chatting and tanning on the sundeck. The food was so fresh, healthy and creative. However, the top highlights were the dives (duh, it's the Galapagos! We saw hundreds of hammerheads, WHALE SHARKS (on 4 of our dives at Darwin), mola molas, iguanas, seals, dolphins, it's simply the best diving in the world) -- and another highlight was the service from the crew, guides, and captain. I was absolutely blown away. Pre and post-dive, 5-star service - helping you adjust your gear, zip your wetsuit, put on your gloves; serving hot chocolate after cold dives; hanging your wetsuits and organizing all your gear for the next dive. When getting ready; I never had to ask for help; someone was just always there ready to assist. The captain (Jacinto) was at the dive deck during every single dive, helping check our gear and standing with the crew welcoming us back when we returned. Another example of above & beyond hospitality - we encountered poor visibility on our first day at Wolf Island; the next day we arrived at Darwin to much better visibility and whale sharks!!! Our group was elated and our guide (the incredible Jonathan!) mentioned that we might be able to have the captain request to stay another day at Darwin. We talked to the captain and he immediately contacted the park authorities and arranged for us to stay an extra day; where we had another 2 dives with whale shark encounters. The interior staff was amazing as well, remembering our preferences and always smiling. I have been diving for quite a while and have never seen a operation so well organized and efficient. I also worked in luxury hotels for years -- this was truly a luxury liveaboard experience. I've recommended it to all my friends and will absolutely be back on the Tiburon Explorer again. Hats off to the entire crew!
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- Service - it was just incredible service from the crew, guides and captain. Diving - we saw hammerheads, whale sharks, dolphins, mola molas - it's truly the best diving in the world.. The boat - the boat was incredibly well-designed and kept in great condition - absolutely luxurious in every way - especially the cabins..
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Timothy V
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United States
Bucket list trip to the Galapagos, non-stop diving with an amazing crew
Amazing trip - highlight was diving at Darwin, the crew was extremely helpful and service was impeccable throughout. We had an incredible amount of food - four fantastic meals daily.
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- Phenomenal service and food. Excellent crew and dive guides. Great dives / schedule.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Steven F
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United States
Review for Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard in the Galapagos Islands
If I could give this experience 10 stars, I absolutely would. The week I spent aboard the Tiburon Explorer in the Galapagos Islands was nothing short of extraordinary. The boat itself is fantastic – modern, spacious, and meticulously maintained. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for divers. The crew on the Tiburon Explorer is truly exceptional. They went above and beyond to make sure every guest felt welcomed, comfortable, and well taken care of. Their professionalism and friendliness created a warm and inviting atmosphere that made this trip unforgettable. The food was another highlight of the trip. Every meal felt like a gourmet experience, with a variety of delicious dishes that catered to all tastes. Whether it was a hearty breakfast, a sumptuous lunch, or a delightful dinner, the culinary team delivered time and time again. But what really sets this liveaboard apart is the focus on providing an unparalleled diving experience. The diving in the Galapagos is like watching an IMAX movie unfold right before your eyes. The underwater landscapes are teeming with life, and every dive was filled with awe-inspiring encounters with marine creatures. The dive guides were incredibly knowledgeable and made sure we were always in the right place at the right time to witness the wonders of the ocean. Having been a diver for nearly 50 years, I can confidently say that this was the best diving experience I’ve ever had. The Tiburon Explorer and its crew made this a truly exceptional adventure. I cannot recommend this boat and cruise more highly. If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime diving trip, the Tiburon Explorer in the Galapagos should be at the top of your list.
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- The service from the crew. The food. Diving locations.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Mickey G
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United States
Great Galapagos
Everyone really went out of their way to make things as easy as possible for the divers, they were patient with us, and everyone took the time to learn my name.
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- Crew, guides, Hammerheads
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- 10 Exceptional
- Donald C
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United States
Best travel experience I have ever had
Diving at Wolf Island. Unbelievable amount of sharks, turtles, eels…
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- The crew/service, the diving, the food
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- 10 Exceptional
- Tamara Ellen M
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United States
The best of the best!
I had high expectations of the trip, and it exceeded all of them! We had a group of wonderful other divers, absolutely amazing guides, and the crew were attentive and kind and full of humor. Our room was comfortable and luxurious, the food was good, and the diving was out of this world. It felt like paradise!
- Recommended for
- The guides, the crew, the setting (Darwin and Wolf are amazing!).
