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MV Tiburon Explorer

MV Tiburon Explorer

$6895 USD / 7 nights



Construction: Steel hull design
Length: 38 Meters / 125 feet
Beam: 7 meters / 23 feet
Cruise: 12 knots
Divers: 16
Engine: 2 Engines MTU serie 60 , 475 HP each
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23 NOV2024
7 nights
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands
3 available spaces
USD 7195.-
USD 5395.-
Special %
3 available spaces

Departure/Arrival

embark:
23 Nov 2024
13:00
Baltra (gps)
disembark:
30 Nov 2024
08:30
Baltra (gps)
Year of Savings

Prices & Availability

Stateroom
Lower Deck
USD 7195.-
USD 5395.-
3 spaces
1 space only male
Stateroom
Main Deck
on request
fully booked
 Booking Request
21 DEC2024
7 nights
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands
fully booked
2 options
USD 7195.-
USD 6395.-
Special %
fully booked
2 options

Departure/Arrival

embark:
21 Dec 2024
13:00
Baltra (gps)
disembark:
28 Dec 2024
08:30
Baltra (gps)
Year of Savings Special

Prices & Availability

Stateroom
Lower Deck
USD 7195.-
USD 6395.-
fully booked
+2 options
Stateroom
Main Deck
on request
fully booked
 Booking Request
28 DEC2024
7 nights
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands
4 available spaces
USD 7195.-
USD 6395.-
Special %
4 available spaces

Departure/Arrival

embark:
28 Dec 2024
13:00
Baltra (gps)
disembark:
04 Jan 2025
08:30
Baltra (gps)
Year of Savings Special

Prices & Availability

Stateroom
Lower Deck
USD 7195.-
USD 6395.-
3 spaces
1 space only male
Stateroom
Main Deck
USD 7195.-
USD 6395.-
1 space
 Booking Request
15 FEB2025
7 nights
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands
2 available spaces
USD 7195.-
2 available spaces

Departure/Arrival

embark:
15 Feb 2025
12:00
Baltra (gps)
disembark:
22 Feb 2025
08:30
Baltra (gps)

Prices & Availability

Stateroom
Lower Deck
USD 7195.-
1 space
Stateroom
Main Deck
USD 7195.-
1 space only female
 Booking Request
22 FEB2025
7 nights
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands
1 available space
+2 options
USD 7195.-
1 available space
+2 options

Departure/Arrival

embark:
22 Feb 2025
12:00
Baltra (gps)
disembark:
01 Mar 2025
08:30
Baltra (gps)

Prices & Availability

Stateroom
Lower Deck
USD 7195.-
1 space only male
+2 options
Stateroom
Main Deck
on request
fully booked
 Booking Request
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The Tiburon Explorer is a 38-meter steel hull ship launched in 2020. The ship has 9 luxury staterooms and accommodates 16 guests. All staterooms are located on the main and lower decks and have windows for ocean views. The windows allow amazing views of the Galapagos Islands. All staterooms are airconditioned, have ensuite bathrooms, plenty of storage cabinets, and have twin beds that can be converted queen beds for couples. The ship also features an airconditioned lounge on the main deck and TV and entertainment area. The top deck offers comfortable seating and a hot tub where divers can relax after the day’s diving.
This ship is fully equipped with all the amenities divers would desire. The large dive deck includes individual gear storage, air and nitrox filling stations, tank racks, and a separate fresh water rinse tank for underwater camera equipment. Photographers and videographers will also be pleased with the camera table and charging stations. The ship runs all dives from two pangas that are easily boarded from the dive deck. The ship also features a satellite telephone for emergency calls. The Tiburon Explorer offers EAN 32% but does not support technical diving or rebreathers.
Text and photos courtesy of Explorer Liveaboards.



Dive Conditions

Many Galapagos Dive sites, especially those in the northern Islands of Wolf and Darwin, are characterized by the presence of the following diving conditions: Currents, Surge, Thermoclines, Cold water.
The best time to dive in Galapagos highly depends on what you'd like to see. The diving season in Galapagos is generally divided into two categories: Whale Shark Season (June-November) and Manta Season (December-May) when it's slightly warmer. During the warmer Manta Season the schools of hammerheads are generally larger and giant manta rays may be found off Isabela island.
December - May: This is the warm season in the Galapagos with the highest water and air temps. Brief afternoon rain showers are common but expect the tropic sun to reappear after the rain. Water temperature is 70-86F (21-30C) with some cooler thermoclines at depth. The northern islands are generally colder. Visibility stays between 40-100 feet (12-33 meters).
June - November: This season is known as the guarua and is cooler with frequent mist and overcast days. Winds can create rougher seas at times. Water temperature is 60-75F (16-24C). While colder, the trade-off is the rich currents bringing nutrients into the islands, resulting in more abundant marine life. Visibility is slightly less as a result.
Galapagos diving conditions can be challenging. Currents are moderate to strong and may require you to grab hold of rocks below the surface so you don't drift away. Surges may create difficulties during your safety stops. The average visibility is 10 - 21m (30 - 70ft), but can be less.
June to December. However, September November is the best time to see the most wildlife, but the waters will be colder. The water for diving is cold all year-round, but even COLDER during this time of year, with thermoclines as well. Wetsuits of 7mm are recommended, as well as a hood and gloves.
Divers must follow their Dive Master and Galapagos Marine Reserve rules at all times. Divers must stick with the group and their Dive Master at all times, remain with their buddies, and ascend in pairs. Safety Stops are obligatory for all Galapagos dives.