Join Chris and Brett on a trip of a lifetime to the galapgos islands
October 15-22 2026
*PRIME WHALE SHARK SEASON*
Liveaboard Package starting at: $6,800 pp
Dive with playful Sea Lions, schooling hammerheads, GIANT Whale Sharks, and travel to the famous Darwin and Wolf Islands on our Galapagos Island liveaboard scuba diving trip.
Charter includes: 4 dives a day, 2 morning and 2 afternoon. In addition, 2 land excursions per week are offered
The Galapagos Islands are a bucket list destination for any diver, and we are so excited to finally make this trip a reality! While we normally don’t travel during the dive season in N.C., The height of Whale Shark season in the Galpagos is Spetember/October. The chance to dive with these gentle giants is an opportunity too good to miss! The Galapagos is known as one of the best destinations in the world for large and rare marine life encounters. You can find schooling hammerheads in the thousands, giant manta rays, whale sharks, sea lions, mola mola, and the ultra-rare marine iguanas. The best sites are located at Wolf and Darwin Islands, which are only accessible by liveaboard. WB Diving has booked all 16 spaces on the Galapagos Aggressor and we can’t wait to share this experience with all of you. This trip is sure to be an amazing time above and below the water!
Please review all of the details below and contact us for more information or to reserve your spot. The trip is not until 2026, but spaces are filling up fast. You can conact us by phone (848-448-6849) or email (chris@wbdiving.com).
The Boat:
Galapagos Aggressor III
This vessel offers onboard comfort and a high level of service while exploring the world-class dive sites of the Galapagos Islands. The Galapagos Aggressor III caters to up to 16 guests in 9 staterooms. Accommodations include 4 deluxe staterooms with twin beds located on the lower deck and 4 master staterooms with twin or double beds located on the upper deck. All cabins have en-suite bathrooms, individually controlled AC, a TV monitor with a media player, and a hairdryer. Master staterooms offer sea views with large picture windows. Social areas around the Galapagos Aggressor III include the large salon and dining area, where a varied menu of American and local cuisine is served. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style, and the evening meal is chef-prepared and plated. All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are INCLUDED. The top deck is home to the sizeable shaded solarium with a hot tub, chaise lounges, deck chairs, bar, and grill.
The Galapagos Aggressor III was built for comfort, stability, and safety to offer smooth sailing around the Galapagos Islands. 7-night itineraries depart from Baltra and visit Wolf, Darwin, Punta Carrion, Cabo Douglas, Punta Vicente Roca, and Cousins Rock. The large dive deck provides ample individual storage space and personal lockers, a swim platform, air/nitrox fill stations, rinse tanks, a three-tier camera table with low-pressure air hoses, and 2 warm freshwater showers. All diving is done from 2 inflatable tenders.
More information: Galapagos Aggressor Features
Itinerary:
Day 1 (Thursday) – Arrival & Check Dive
Arrive at Baltra Airport, where our team will greet you and transfer you by bus to the Itabaca Channel for boarding. After a welcome briefing, gear setup, and lunch onboard, you’ll enjoy a check dive at Punta Carrion in the Itabaca Channel — a chance to get comfortable and spot sea lions, reef fish, and rays.
Day 2 (Friday) – Punta Carrion or Bartolome Dives & Hike
Enjoy two morning dives at either Punta Carrion (Santa Cruz Island) or Bartolome Punta, home to colorful fish and occasional sharks. In the afternoon, hike to the summit of Bartolome Island for panoramic views and take a scenic panga ride at Pinnacle Rock.
Day 3 (Saturday) – Darwin Island
2 Morning dives and 2 afternoon dives at Darwin. Expect thrilling encounters with Hammerheads, Galapgos sharks, Whale Sharks, and Rays.
Day 4 (Sunday) – Wolf Island
2 morning dives and 2 afternoon dives at Wolf Island. Wolf is famous for schooling sharks, eagle rays, and massive fish aggregations.
Day 5 (Monday) – More Darwin & Wolf
2 morning dives at Darwin followed by 2 afternoon dives at Wolf
Day 6 (Tuesday) – Fernandina & Isabela Dives
2 morning dives at Cabo Douglas (Fernandina Island), where you can dive with marine iguanas and penguins. 2 afternoon dives at Punta Vicente Roca (Isabela Island), home to mola mola, seahorses, and flightless cormorants
Day 7 (Wednesday) – Cousins Rock & Highlands Tour
Morning dive at Cousins Rock, known for its macro life and eagle rays. Afternoon arrival at Itabaca Channel or Puerto Ayora (Santa Cruz Island)
After lunch, enjoy a private bus tour to the highlands to see giant tortoises and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Time for shopping and exploring Puerto Ayora before dining ashore (the only meal not included onboard).
Day 8 (Thursday) – Departure
Enjoy breakfast onboard before checkout and transfer back to Baltra Airport for your departure.
Trip details and requirements
Dates: Oct. 15-22 2026
Depth Range: 40-130ft
Water Temp: 60F -75F
Certs: AOW and Nitrox
Wetsuit: 7mm or Semi-Dry
22 dives in total
- DAN Insurance REQUIRED
Liveaboard Package Price: $6,800 Per Person
(not including flights)
Payment Schedule:
A $1,500, NON-Refundable deposit is DUE at sign up. This trip is in high demand and we cannot guarantee a spot without a deposit.
A payment of $2,500 will be due on December 15th 2025. Also due will be payment for domestic flight (around $260)
Final Payment of $2,800 will be due on May 15th 2026
These are just the due dates, you can pay at any time, or break up payments as much as you like, so long as the trip is paid IN FULL by May 15th 2026.
Payments can be made to WB Diving by cash, check or direct bank transfer. Credit card payments will incur a 3.5% fee.
Cancellation Policy:
More than 9 months out: Full Refund minus $1,500 deposit
9 months- 91 Days out: 35% of the charter rate is forfeited
90 days or less: 100% of the charter rate is forfeited and there is no refund.
It is strongly recommended every passenger purchase comprehensive accident, medical, baggage and trip cancellation/interruption insurance. The insurance will protect the passenger from financial disappointment in the event of an unforeseen circumstances.
Aggressor Liveaboards do not offer refunds in the event of personal injury, airplane delay, breakdowns, weather, sickness, strikes, war, criminal acts, pandemics, quarantine, acts of god, if vessel must relocate due to guest evacuation for any reason or any other event whatsoever beyond the company’s actual control. WB Diving will also offer no refunds based on any of these circumstances.
We cannot stress enough how important Trip cancellation/interruption insurance is! Please see below for links to purchase this. Also, please check your diving accident insurance policy, as there is normally some level of trip cancellation insurance.
Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries.
Required Extras: National Park Fees ($200 per person) CASH
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Local Flights
Getting there:
We will be flying roundtrip to Guayaquil, Ecuador. Arrival in Guayaquil will be Oct. 14th We will have an overnight hotel stay in Guayaquil, followed by a domestic flight from Guayaquil to Baltra on Oct. 15th. We depart the liveabaord on Oct. 22nd and fly the same day back to Guayaquil.
The domestic flight from Guayaquil to Galapgos will be booked by WB Diving for everyone. Apporximate cost is $269 roundtrip. We will also book the hotel for the night of Oct. 14th.
It is too early to book flights, but preliminary research shows prices around $500 for a roundtrip flight from RDU to Guayaquil. Each person is responsible for booking their own airfare. You need to be in Guayaquil on Oct. 14th!
Please contact us if you need help booking your flights. We are here to answer any questions.
Diving/Travel Requirements:
Advanced Open Water and Nitrox certifications are required for this trip. In addition, you must be comfortable diving in potentially rough seas, strong currents, and COLD water. All diving will be conducted from RIBs and gear will have to be removed in the water. Good physical fitness is a MUST!
A note on water temp: Wolf and Darwin Islands stay on the warmer side (72-76 degrees) but the southern Islands can be much colder. water temps in the low 60’s are common, and proper exposure protection is a MUST. We recommend a 7mm wetsuit with hood and gloves at the minumm. Remember, we are doing 4 dives a day and this is cold water.
Passports are required to be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of the trip. Everyone is also required to have DAN diving accident insurance.
Trip Resources and Links
Link to Vessel layout, Cabins, and sample menu:
Safety Information:
Aggressor III Safety Protocols
Everything you need to know about the livebaord and policies Liveaboard Info PDF
All Travelers must complete “Sworn Declaration of Goods” prior to arrival: