Up close and personal with a big Galapagos shark

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Here are a couple more from my recent trip to the Revillagigedos aboard the Nautilus Explorer. This was taken at Roca Partida, near the thermocline where the big sharks hang out. The first photo is up close and personal with a 10ft Galapagos shark. The second image needs a little explanation. Roca Partida is mostly barren rock with a few barnacles. On this side of the island there was a ripping current so you need to hold onto the rock to avoid getting blown into the blue. My dive buddy, who looks like he is mountain climbing, was actually looking for a new spot on the rock to hold on, when the same big Galapagos shark decided to head straight at his ass. Don't turn your back on the big shark!


Galapagos Shark.... up close and personal by - drsteve -, on Flickr


Don't worry, I've got your back. by - drsteve -, on Flickr

 

[RickyF]

Better you than me!! LOL

 

[Insta-Gator]

I don't have to out-swim the shark, I only have to out-swim you.

Nice pictures.

 

[smellzlikefish]

Look fun!

 

[snowdog]

Great pictures.