Diving Seymour Channel: A Galapagos Marine Wonderland
Location: Positioned to the north of Santa Cruz Island, Seymour Channel features two exceptional dive sites that are just a short 25-minute boat ride from Itabaca Channel. This prime location provides divers with easy access to some of the Galapagos’ most vibrant underwater ecosystems.
Site Conditions: Seymour Channel is suitable for divers of all experience levels, although it’s important to note that strong currents can occasionally occur. The dive sites boast stunning platform reefs rich in biodiversity, making them an excellent choice for both novice and seasoned divers alike. With a sandy bottom and a captivating 10-meter reef, this area is particularly renowned for its abundance of tintoreras sharks, also known as blue sharks, as well as a popular fish cleaning station where various species come to have parasites removed by smaller fish.
Activity: The underwater activity at Seymour Channel is diverse and exhilarating. Divers can expect to see a variety of marine life at the cleaning station, including playful sea lions and the majestic Galapagos sharks. The waters are also home to both white and black-tip reef sharks, as well as the awe-inspiring hammerhead sharks that occasionally visit the area.
In addition to these predators, you may encounter mobulas, graceful turtles, and an array of colorful reef fish that populate the vibrant coral formations. The dive sites are also known for sightings of stingrays and eagle rays gliding effortlessly through the water, along with the elusive Galapagos eel and schools of barracudas. The diversity of invertebrates adds further intrigue to this underwater paradise, making each dive an adventure filled with discovery.
Diving in Seymour Channel promises an unforgettable experience, where every descent reveals the stunning marine life and unique ecological dynamics of the Galapagos Islands.
Important Information
- Operation days: Wednesdays
- Type of service: Shared
- Maximum capacity: 10 passengers
- Departure time: 07:45
- Return time: 16;00
- Duration: 7 – 8 hours
- Departure location: Meeting point at Dive Center offices
- Return location: Dive Center offices
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Inclusions
- Two dives
- Diving equipment: 5 or 7mm wetsuit, regulator, BCD, mask, fins, boots, hood, gloves (non-neoprene), weight belt, and 12-liter AIR tanks with Yoke System Valve.
- Bilingual diving guides (2 Guides for 10 divers)
- Transportation to and from dive sites
- Snack and Lunch
- Towel service
- Limited civil liability insurance for passenger and crew accidents
Exclusions
- Diving Insurance
- DIN Adapter
- NITROX tanks
- Dive Computer
Diving tours in Santa Cruz Island
Join us for an unforgettable day of diving as we venture into some of the Galapagos’ most breathtaking underwater locales. Plunge into the crystal-clear waters and encounter a fascinating array of marine creatures, including playful sea lions, graceful rays, and vibrant schools of fish. Experience the thrill of diving with us and reveal the secret marvels of the Galapagos’ marine ecosystem!