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  1. DiveTheGalapagos

    New Directs Flights to Galapagos from Manta

    In more Ecuador aviation news, beginning July 2nd, Avianca offers new non-stop flights from Manta, Manabi Ecuador (MEC) to Baltra (GPS) on Sundays and Wednesdays. Manta is probably the fastest growing city in Ecuador for expats. The coast is full of incredible options for a pre-Galapagos cruise...
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    Quito Airport Closures for Maintenance Sept-Oct

    The Quito Airport runway will do preventive maintenance in September and October. The works will be carried out on Saturdays, September 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, and Saturdays, October 14, 21, and 28. The works will be done from 02:00 to 14:00, according to the Quiport Corporation which runs the...
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    Coming to Galapagos? Help scientists protect sharks!

    I assume everyone knows that in January 2022, the Galapagos Marine Reserve was officially expanded by 23,166 square miles to provide a migratory swimway between Galapagos and Cocos Island. That happened thanks to the work of Migramar, a supergroup of scientists and organizations who were able...
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    New restrictions to enter Ecuador

    Last night, President Lasso of Ecuador, announced the following measurements to curtail the possibility of the new Omicron variant in Ecuador. They are effective as of December 1. - To enter Ecuador, all people, nationals and foreigners, must present their complete vaccination certificate, with...
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    Galapagos Master Discount $2500 pp

    Galapagos Master had a very last minute cancellation, 12-19 July. Good news if you're itching to go now . The rate is only $2500 pp. You can contact me at divethegalapagos AT gmail.
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    Darwin's Arch Collapsed

    The iconic site at Galapagos no longer exists. Now, it's 2 columns.
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    Ecuador Borders Closed

    As of today, Ecuador has closed it's borders to all foreigners. No one will be allowed into the country until further notice.
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    Coronavirus Update / Flights to Galapagos

    Galapagos authorities are now prohibiting anyone who has visited China, South Korea, Italy or Iran within 30 days from flying to Galapagos. It appeared before today that only people who were symptomatic would be prohibited. Authorities are checking anyone entering the country for symptoms.
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    $1000 discount Galapagos - $4295 March 2020

    We have a Winter Break Promotion 5-12 March and 19-26 March 2020 aboard Calipso Galapagos, the newest and most modern liveaboard operational in Galapagos today. Visibility is better this time of year, water is warmer and the air temps are hot. Last March, hammerhead populations were massive and...
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    $1000 discount Galapagos - $4295 March 2020

    We have a Winter Break Promotion 5-12 March and 19-26 March 2020 aboard Calipso Galapagos, the newest and most modern liveaboard operational in Galapagos today. Visibility is better this time of year, water is warmer and the air temps are hot. Last March, hammerhead populations were massive...
  11. DiveTheGalapagos

    Galapagos Winter Break Promotion

    Hi Everybody, We have a couple of weeks on special with a $1000 discount off our normal $5295 rate. The 2 weeks on special are 20-27 Feb and 19-26 March 2020. Last year, these were amazing weeks for schools of hundreds and hundreds of hammerheads, juvenile whale sharks, warm weather, warm...
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    SharkCount

    Shark Count is a user-friendly tool that allows divers visiting Galapagos to help monitor marine life in the Galapagos Marine Reserve. Using Shark Count, divers become “citizen scientists” and make important contributions to our understanding of Galapagos marine ecosystems by recording the...
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    GYE Airport Closings 31 Aug - 23 Sept

    Just fyi, the Guayaquil airport will be closed from Fri midnight until 8 AM Mon morning for 4 weekends beginning 31 Aug. They are doing maintenance on a runway. All flights into or out of are suspended during the work. Galapagos Travel Advisories: GYE Airport Closures Sept 2019 - Calipso Galapagos
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    Majestic ran aground and sank Fri, 31 May

    Explorer Ventures sent out press releases everywhere on Sat, 1 June. News : Luxury ship Majestic Explorer Runs Aground – and Sinks
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    $1000 discount Galapagos - $4295 - all 2019 departures!

    Stunning new Calipso Galapagos. Cabins with individual climate control, private baths, on demand TV and panoramic windows. All new dive deck and sundeck with jacuzzi. 2 single cabins on the lower deck with no single supplement, assigned on a first come, first serve basis. Free wi-fi! $4295 pp...
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    Peak High Season Space $4295

    We have space 8-15 Aug and 5-12 Sept, peak high season weeks, aboard Calipso Galapagos. $4295 pp introductory rate! $150 Nitrox. $100 National Park Entrance fee. $20 TCT card (gov. fee). Free wi-fi! 109 ft. All new: motors, generators, systems, cabins with on demand TV and panoramic windows...
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    SharkCount

    If you plan to dive the Galapagos, please install and set up this app at home before your departure. Internet in Galapagos is not dependable. Watch this quick video about the sharkcount app. All data you can easily provide will help so much. Funds are always so limited, the sharks can't just...
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    Snorkel for Physical Therapy

    1 year ago, I had an accident (ankle/leg surgery) and have basically been in a wheelchair ever since. I can walk a bit. It's not pretty and I can't go any distance (thus the wheelchair). I can climb steps if I'm not carrying too much weight, say more than a couple of bags of groceries. Haven't...
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    SharkCount.org

    I've posted this before, but I would love to remind anyone heading to Galapagos to dive to please, please download this app and help scientists help sharks in Galapagos. Because you won't have internet once onboard, you need to download and set up the app before you leave home. Then, you can use...
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    How to do what I want to do?

    I want to put a camera under the boat while at anchor, connect it to a TV and livestream with no internet connection. Any thoughts on how to do this without spending a fortune? I have no clue.
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