Calipso Dive Liveaboard, Galapagos
9.4 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
“Outstanding attention to detail and fantastic service. ”
Highlights
The Calipso liveaboard schedules year-round diving in the Galapagos National Park. Completely renovated in 2019, everything was designed to offer comfort and a fresh, modern environment. There are 6 cabins on the upper deck and 2 cabins on the main deck, each with panoramic windows, en-suite bathrooms, a hairdryer, individually controlled AC, a TV with hundreds of films to choose from, a safety deposit box, USB charging ports, and laminate flooring. Beds are doubles that can be converted into two singles. There is also a single cabin located on the lower deck with no single supplement, subject to availability. At 33m in length, there is more than enough space for 16 guests and 11 crew members on board. Social areas include an indoor salon and dining area, where international and Ecuadorian cuisine is served, featuring fresh local produce and seafood. The top deck has lounge chairs, a BBQ, a bar, and a hot tub.
Calipso Galapagos dive itineraries are 7 nights long and explore the world-famous Wolf & Darwin for the chance to get up close with whale sharks, hammerheads, and dolphins. Calipso also visits Marchena, previously only dived by a few scientists and filmmakers; it is known for having huge pods of dolphins, schools of Hammerheads, and Galapagos sharks. The large dive deck at the back of the boat has rinse tanks, hot water showers, dedicated camera storage and cleaning areas, and personal towels.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: National Park Fees ($220).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox Course ($250), Private Dive Guide ($1,750 / week), Rental Gear.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Calipso Dive Reviews
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- 9.4 Superb
- Vessel 9.4
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.9
- Diving 9.6
- Value 8.8
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jacqueline S
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United States
Amazing experience with marine life, great crew, comfortable boat
This trip was amazing! The guides and crew were all so helpful and kind. The boat was comfortable.
- Recommended for
- Marine life. Crew. Boat comfort.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Kerry H
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United Kingdom
Amazing week
The whole agenda felt like it was matched for the guests. Amendments due to crazy weather and alternative locations were no trouble and the added bonus of swimming with orcas that the crew went out of their way to accommodate was absolutely the highlight of our week. We came as a multi generational group of 6 and all agreed it was the best weeks holiday we had.
- Recommended for
- The boat team. The dive team. The spacious rooms.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Cindy P
- United States
Galapagos Never Disappoints!
Seeing the diversity of species in the Galapagos always has you waiting for the next exciting moment! Every day was fantastic! The crew went above and beyond to help us in every way, from diving, to cooking, to cabin cleaning and all the little things inbetween. Couldn't have been happier with our amazing trip!
- Recommended for
- Location, Diving adventures, crew
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- 10 Exceptional
- Marcela V
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Slovakia
The best divetrip
Whale sharks, hamerheads, galapagos sharks, iguanas, turtles, mola mola, pinguine, playful seelions and a lot of others.. The best dive experience ever! Amazing boat, perfect service, experienced dive guides, extremely helpful and friendly staff. I got even suprise for my 100 dive (decoration in my room and big cake). Food was always delicious, jacuzzi after dive was super and there is very nice sundeck. Calipso is top!!!
- Recommended for
- Beautiful dive sites, a lot of sharks, perfect service on the boat
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- 9.2 Superb
- Alexis L
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France
Incredible cruise on Calipso
Really good experience on the Calipso! Crew and guides are incredibles and the journey really stunning. The wildlife is bluffing and the boat is nice.
- Recommended for
- The dives and journey route. The crew and the guides. The boat.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Nadine E
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Germany
Perfect livesboard experience
Very well organised liveaboard with really friendly and helpful crew, great dive guides and breathtaking diving. Will definitely do it again!
- Recommended for
- Dive, eat, sleep - repeat
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- 10 Exceptional
- Alvaro C
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Spain
Awesome trip in the best liveaboard I've been
One day at Darwin, while being surrounded of hammerheads and galapagos sharks as usual, a group of silky sharks decided to surround us feeling curious, we were so excited to have such an experience, when a massive Whale Shark appeared from the deep blowing our minds. Believe what they tell you about the Galapagos, and if you go with this really big and comfortable boat full of details with a crew that enjoys their job, you will be in the perfect hands. (I've been in 3 other liveaboards around the world, so I can compare, this one was the best).
- Recommended for
- Sharks, staff and food
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Steven S
- United States
Gets no better
I have been on many liveaboards, the crew, dive setup, and execution on the Calipso are all top notch. If you are headed to the Galapagos, you won't find a better option. Mola mola, iguanas, whale sharks, and all the hammers you can handle. While the encounters are not within the control of the crew, they did everything possible to get the timing right to maximize the chances.
- Recommended for
- Crew, dive program, cabin size
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- 9.2 Superb
- Charles M
- United States
Amazing trip to the galapagos
Great trip to the galapagos on the Calipso. The boat was super comfortable and the crew worked hard to make it am amazing experience. There something special about seeing whale sharks, hammerhead schools and playing with sea lions to then be greeted with a shower, warm towel and quick massage when back on board. Hope to return soon!
- Recommended for
- Great dive sites. Amenities on board. Friendly crew, safety emphasized.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Maarten Jan Willem B
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Netherlands
Amazing week with incredible wildlife
Overall our experience with the Calipso was fantastic! Friendly and professional crew, good food, attention to safety, the boat itself, the diversity in the dive itinerary and last but not least the incredible Galapagos marine life. We had 200+ dives coming to the Galapagos, but if you're not used to diving in strong currents and/or cold water (August) like us, the dives can feel (a lot) more challenging and tiring. Make sure you feel ready for this to enjoy this unique place to the fullest.
- Recommended for
- Incredibly friendly and helpful crew. Iconic dive sites with lots of hammerheads. (Endemic) marine life.
