Name: Galápagos Ocean Expedition
Start: 2026-04-03T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-04-11T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Santa Cruz, Ecuador

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Are you ready for a wild, raw ocean adventure in the Galápagos Islands? Come and join us for nine incredible days exploring this bucket list, once in a lifetime destination. This trip is for all ocean, nature, animal lovers. Being a Liv For The Sea trip, it is marine focused without missing out on the gems of the land. You do not need to be a freediver, but a comfortable swimmer and snorkelling enjoyer! We will be exploring three Galápagos Islands by plane, boat and foot. From freediving with hammerheads, snorkelling through incredible lava tunnels, walking alongside Giant Tortoises, encountering eagle rays, sea lions turtles, reef sharks and not to mention the array of seabirds. This hotspot for life will leave you feeling totally in awe.Liv will be partnering with local Galápagos Naturalist Guide and Divemaster Carolina and Marine Biologist and Divemaster Hannah to bring you the most unforgettable adventure. This trip is a little different from our signature trips in Australia. Although still being very much ocean based, we will ensure that you have every chance of witnessing the most amount of wildlife there is to offer. So rather than being freedive course focused, we want you to feast your eyes and soul on the richness of the Galápagos Islands.Tick the World Heritage Listed Galápagos Islands off your bucket list and join us on this adventure of an absolute lifetime!

Santa Cruz, Ecuador

Galápagos Ocean Expedition

Liv For The Sea

Ocean view or quiet central accommodation

8 Nights Accomodation

Two Daily Meals

All transport upon arrival in the Galápagos Islands - Inter Island scenic flight from Isabela to San Cristobal , ferries and taxis

All transport upon arriv

Private dive expeditions by boat to encounter hammerhead sharks, Galápagos sharks, black tip sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, turtles, sea lions, marine iguanas and more

Private Boat Charters

Land based adventures to active volcanoes, lava tunnels and tortoise breeding centre

Volcano Tour & More

Lecture from local researcher to inspire our marine science senses!

Marine Science Lecture

Freedive Instructor guiding you, introducing or refining your current skills to enhance marine interactions

Freedive Instructor Host

Private Galápagos Naturalist Guide, Marine Biologist and Divemasters

Qualified Guides

Photographs & Video’s of your adventure

Photos & Videos

All logistics, day to day planning, transit coordinating is all covered.

Trip Logistics

International flights to and from Galápagos

International Flights

Galápagos National Park Entrance Fee ($200USD per person payable at airport upon arrival)

Park Fee

Travel insurance 

Dinners (options ranging between ($6-$30 USD)

Dinners

Additional Scuba Dives (~ $100USD per double dive)

Scuba Dives

Dive Gear

Additional Cash

Enjoy a double dive on our first island Santa Cruz OR at San Cristobal the famous Kicker Rock. This is for certified scuba divers only.

Scuba Dive 1 Island

Enjoy a double dive at Santa Cruz and on San Cristobal the famous Kicker Rock. This is for certified scuba divers only.

Scuba Dive 2 Islands

Liv For The Sea is a philosophy of life. Whether you live near the ocean, on it or dream about it, we as humans are intrinsically connected to our blue planet in more ways than we know. The way we live has a direct impact on our oceans, and we believe the best way to inspire change is by creating a deep love and respect for these places. So here we are, inviting you to the sea, to take a dive within in order inspire change to protect what you love.

If you’re a solo traveller this is a great option. You will be sharing the room with three others, each with your own bed.

Quadruple Room Option

If you are travelling with a partner or friend, the double room is the perfect option to have your own space throughout the trip. If you are booking this room with your other half, you will both need to secure a deposit separately.

Twin Room Option

If you are one that needs your own space, we understand and can offer a private room for the duration of the trip.

Private Room Option

Are you ready for a wild, raw ocean adventure in the Galápagos Islands? Come and join us for nine incredible days exploring this bucket list, once in a lifetime destination. This trip is for all ocean, nature, animal lovers. Being a Liv For The Sea trip, it is marine focused without missing out on the gems of the land. You do not need to be a freediver, but a comfortable swimmer and snorkelling enjoyer! We will be exploring three Galápagos Islands by plane, boat and foot. From freediving with hammerheads, snorkelling through incredible lava tunnels, walking alongside Giant Tortoises, encountering eagle rays, sea lions turtles, reef sharks and not to mention the array of seabirds. This hotspot for life will leave you feeling totally in awe. Liv will be partnering with local Galápagos Naturalist Guide and Divemaster Carolina and Marine Biologist and Divemaster Hannah to bring you the most unforgettable adventure. This trip is a little different from our signature trips in Australia. Although still being very much ocean based, we will ensure that you have every chance of witnessing the most amount of wildlife there is to offer. So rather than being freedive course focused, we want you to feast your eyes and soul on the richness of the Galápagos Islands. Tick the World Heritage Listed Galápagos Islands off your bucket list and join us on this adventure of an absolute lifetime!

About this trip

The focus of this expedition is marine! We will have the pleasure of meeting manta rays, hammerhead sharks, penguins, iguanas, turtles, sea lions, eagle rays, dolphins the list doesn’t end!! With plenty of opportunities to experience the island from above during our volcano hike, scenic flight and general day to day activities. Water immersion days may be based from the shore where a short swim will greet us with sea lions, penguins, turtles, rays and more. Some days will involve boat charters to our dive sites where we have the freedom to snorkel above, freedive below or scuba dive if you are a certified.We welcome all walks of life to join us on this unforgettable trip. We just ask that you ensure you are comfortable in the water snorkelling and swimming without assistance. No freediving certification is required to join, just prepare for water adventures galore!

Is this TRIP for me?

In our eyes they are the pinnacle of the Pacific. The jewel of islands for animal lovers. The land is rugged, the creatures are wild, you will feel like a true David Attenborough prodigy! The Galápagos Islands are located 1000 km off the coast of Ecuador, South America. Exposed to three convergent ocean currents, the archipelago is known as a melting pot of marine species. Due to the extreme isolation, the islands boast an abundance of endemic species (species found nowhere else on earth). Approximately 97% of the reptiles and land mammals and 80% of land birds in Galápagos are endemic! For example the land iguanas, the giant tortoises and many types of finch have evolved – inspiring Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution by natural selection. For us, there is no other place where we can come face to face with such an array of animals in their natural habitat. To witness the grand effects such marine reserves have on their environment and those living within is a privilege in this day and age. Not to mention the dense forests, volcanic lava tubes and picturesque beaches there is to enjoy. The best way to explore a destination like this is with a local guide that has the knowledge and connections to maximise your time and amplify your experience. This is exactly what we are offering you!

Why The Galápagos

<h3>Carolina</h3>Local Naturalist Guide for all our adventures above and below the surface While growing up between two contrasting worlds, the wild Galápagos Islands and the civilised mainland, Carolina decided to follow her island family lineage, permanently moving to the Galápagos in 2010. Carolina went on to study Environmental Management (including a year studying abroad in Australia), became a divemaster and undertook the rigorous Galápagos National Park Guide Course. Since then, between her own sailing adventures with her partner, she has been working in the tourism industry, guiding on some of the most renowned expedition yachts in the Galápagos Archipelago. More recently, Carolina has been using her invaluable guiding skills and knowledge of the islands to create the ultimate Galápagos Experience for retreat hosts. She specialises in ocean based adventure tourism, where she is able to combine her passions surfing, swimming, sailing, diving, freediving and kayaking. <ul>
<li>Bachelor of Environmental Management</li>
<li>Galápagos National Park Guide Course</li>
<li>PADI Divemaster and Galápagos Dive Guide</li>
<li>10+ Years working in the tourism industry in Galápagos Islands</li>
<li>Co-creator of Galápagos Nature Connection Retreats (collaboration with Bocas del Toro Surfing) </li>
</ul><h3>Hannah</h3>Your Host, Divemaster, Marine Biologist &amp; Logistics ExtraordinaireIn 2011, at the age of 20, Hannah first ventured off to the Galápagos Islands to complete her studies in Marine Biology and become a divemaster. 13 years later she still calls the Galápagos her second home, basing herself in the Galápagos for months at a time each year to work on research projects, sailing yachts or more recently to co facilitate retreats. In between you will find her doing yachting stints in the Pacific, Mediterranean or Caribbean, teaching high school students in Australia or on surf or dive adventures to some other remote islands. <ul>
<li>Bachelor of Science, Marine Biology Graduate</li>
<li>Graduate Diploma of Learning and Teaching (Secondary School)</li>
<li>PADI Divemaster</li>
<li>10+ years working on sailing vessels in the Caribbean, Pacific and Mediterranean</li>
<li>Co-creator of Galápagos Nature Connection Retreats (collaboration with Bocas del Toro Surfing) </li>
</ul><h3>Liv</h3>Your Host, Freedive Instructor &amp; Water guide Most of you may know me already, but as a little reminder! I’m your marine adventure sidekick, your freediving mentor, your scuba instructor, surfing lover and all round nature observer. Lord Howe Island and the Ningaloo have been home for me the last 5 years as I transition from high season to high season sharing my passion for their beauty and my love for the sea. I have been teaching freediving since 2018 and hosting expeditions since 2021. The Galápagos is completely new territory for me, but there aren’t that many places that make me as excited as I am for this adventure. I will be by your side experiencing the wonders with you for the first time, its going to be really special. Being new territory to explore doesn’t diminish the fact that you will be in very safe and experienced hands with Caro, Hannah and myself as your guides throughout.<ul>
<li>Bachelor of Environmental Science, Marine Biology Graduate</li>
<li>Coxswain Skipper</li>
<li>Molchanovs &amp; PADI Freedive Instructor</li>
<li>Open Water Scuba Instructor</li>
<li>10+ Years working in marine tourism throughout Australia</li>
<li>Guiding &amp; Hosting Expeditions since 2021</li>
</ul>

Your Hosts

A collaboration between Liv for the Sea x Tidal Flow Travel x Isla Expedition 1. Booking &amp; Payments Deposit:A non-refundable deposit of $1000 USD is required to secure your place on the trip. Payment Schedule:·       Payment A – Due by 31st October 2025: Remaining 50%·       Payment B – Due by 31st December 2025: Remainder of trip fee Processing Fees:·       There is an online 2% processing fee that you must cover in order to book.  2. Refund Policy ·       The deposit and Payment A are strictly non-refundable.·       Payment B becomes non-refundable 60 days prior to trip commencement (4th February 2026).·       Payment B may be transferred to another participant if you are able to find someone to take your place.·       In case of Force Majeure events, we will attempt to transfer funds where possible, but this is not guaranteed (especially for inter-island airline bookings)  3. Travel Insurance Travel insurance is mandatory. Your policy must include:·      Water-based activities (e.g. snorkelling)·      Trip cancellation for any reason·      Medical coverage for injury or hospitalisation  4. Flight Information Start of Trip:The expedition begins on 3rd of April 2026 in Baltra, Galapagos. It is your responsibility to book flights to arrive in Baltra that morning. Recommended Flight Path from Australia:Sydney &gt; Santiago (Chile) &gt; Lima &gt; Quito or Guayaquil (Ecuador)Note: Chile may require a transit visa. Check visa requirements. Alternatively:Sydney &gt; USA &gt; Ecuador (Often longer and more expensive) Suggested Domestic Flights (3rd April 2026): From Quito:- Avianca Flight 1632 | Depart: 07:45 | Arrive Baltra/ San Cristobal: 10:55 (via Guayaquil) From Guayaquil:- Avianca Flight 1632 | Depart: 10:00 | Arrive Baltra/ San Cristobal: 10:55am Please arrive at the airport 2 hours prior to collect your Tourist Transit Card and pass through biosecurity. More details will be shared closer to departure.  5. Trip Exclusions Not Included in the Trip Price:·      International flights to/from Ecuador·      Domestic flights to/from the Galapagos·      Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee ($200 USD, payable at airport)·      Dinners ($6–$30 USD per meal)·      Passport/visa fees·      Travel insurance·      Excess baggage fees(Check brochure: inter-island flights allow a max of 13kg checked baggage) 6. Passport &amp; Visa Requirements ·      Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your Galapagos arrival date.·      It is your responsibility to ensure you meet all visa requirements. Consult your travel agent.  7. Personal Information &amp; Documentation Once your spot is confirmed, you may be asked to provide:·      Full name as per passport·      Passport number·      Date of Birth·      Dietaries·      Snorkelling Ability·      And so on...Please double-check all details. Rebooking flight tickets due to incorrect information will incur additional charges. We pre-book an inter-island flight during the expedition so it is essential that we have all the correct information.  8. Health &amp; Safety ·      You are responsible for ensuring you are physically fit to participate in this trip.·      We are not liable for any injury or medical expenses that result from ignoring safety guidelines or personal health conditions.·      Consult your doctor for recommended vaccinations or precautions before travel.  9. Privacy Policy All personal information shared with us is treated as highly confidential and will not be disclosed without your consent. 10. Agreement to Terms By booking this trip, you agree to all the terms and conditions outlined above.

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Galápagos Ocean Expedition in Santa Cruz, Ecuador

Galápagos Ocean Expedition

Galápagos Ocean Expedition

About this trip

Is this TRIP for me?

Why The Galápagos

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