Located 160 km northwest of Isabela Island and 21 km north of Wolf Island, Darwin Island is an uninhabited jewel in the Galápagos archipelago. Accessible only by boat, this remote haven is renowned for its thriving wildlife both above and below the surface.
The island is home to various bird species, but its true magic lies underwater. Darwin's Arch, the island's sole diving site, is legendary among divers. Here, you can encounter large schools of hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, rays, dolphins, and an incredible variety of fish species. For the fortunate few, sightings of orcas and majestic whale sharks add to the unforgettable experience.
The combination of isolation, abundant marine life, and the spectacular backdrop of Darwin's Arch makes this a must-visit destination for advanced divers. However, the currents can be challenging, adding an extra layer of excitement to...
Read moreDarwin Arch is insane: epic views above, shark rave below. Hammerheads, Galapagos sharks, underwater chaos like Nemo’s worst nightmare. One stared at me—I blinked first. Bad move. Out here, the shark is the...
Read moreUno de los mejores destinos de buceo a nivel mundial. Esta remoto, hay que ir en crucero, pero merece la pena. Es zona de avistamiento de pelágicos, tuvimos encuentros con varios tipos de tiburones, a destacar las escuelas de tiburones martillo, los galapeños y por supuesto el tiburón ballena. Es una zona unpoco complicada, puede haber corriente y el agua está fresquita. No se hacen inmersiones nocturnas, son arriesgadas. Yo fui en un pequeño crucero, El Mistral, ya un poco viejo, pero muy agradable y bien de precio. En resumen uno de los dive top del mundo. El propo arco en si mismo es todo un...
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