Galapagos Master

Galapagos Master

Overview

9.72

Excellent

Vessel type
Motor
Year built
2001
Length
32m
Width
7.5m
Capacity
16
Hull
Steel
View deckplan
Nitrox

Surcharge

Wifi

Surcharge

Equipment

Surcharge

Tech friendly

No

Known locally as Deep Blue, Galapagos Master is a 32 metre scuba diving liveaboard vessel which underwent a complete interior refit to the highest standards in 2015. Constructed from steel, the vessel is steadier than most due to being designed to be lower to aid stability and speed. Mostly recently refurbished in early 2023, Galapagos Master offers 7 and 10 night itineraries covering some of the top dive sites in the Galapagos. 

She welcomes a total of 16 divers on each liveaboard trip, maximising safety and comfort for all guests on board. Featuring eight air-conditioned cabins spread across three decks, each has its own private en-suite bathroom with hot water, and ample storage room for all of your personal belongings. For added convenience and flexibility, Galapagos Master offers some cabins that can be used either as a twin or as a double bedded room.

The communal areas include a spacious indoor lounge on the middle deck where guests can relax and unwind while watching their favourite movie, or their latest underwater shots, on the plasma screen television. The indoor dining area brings a tantalising array of mouth-watering meals, complimented by the adjacent cocktail bar. Photographers can take full advantage of the indoor camera set-up station which includes multiple charging points (US round pin plug). Additional storage drawers to the aft of the vessel mean that even photography charter groups will have no problem finding enough space for their equipment.

Galapagos Master’s top sun-deck ensures that sun worshippers can top up their tan while soaking up the Galapagos sights. Or, for those who prefer to relax out of the sun, the shaded upper level is an ideal location to chill out in cushioned lounge chairs and benches.

The boat has an official license to operate and organise diving activities in the Galapagos issued by the Ecuadorian government and the National Institute of the Galapagos ensuring you that all the safety tests have been passed as well as complying with the strict environmental rules of the park. With all the latest safety devices – GPS, VHF radios, satellite communication, two life rafts, emergency oxygen and AED – you will know you are travelling in total protection and safety.

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Dates & Prices

Cabins

Classic Twin Cabin

Situated on the lower deck of the vessel, these fixed twin cabins offer comfortable accommodation for two guests in two single beds.

PLEASE  NOTE: These cabins no longer have windows or portholes.

Deck:
Lower Deck
Bedding:
Fixed Twin Beds
Max. occupancy:
2
Ensuite:
Yes
Air-conditioning:
Yes
No. of cabins:
2

Classic Twin/Double Cabin

Located on the lower deck of the vessel, these versatile cabins offer flexible accommodation for two guests in either two single beds or one large double bed.

PLEASE  NOTE: These cabins no longer have windows or portholes.

Deck:
Lower Deck
Bedding:
Twin Beds or Double
Max. occupancy:
2
Ensuite:
Yes
Air-conditioning:
Yes
No. of cabins:
2

Premium Double Cabin

Situated on the middle deck of the vessel, this spacious cabin offers comfortable accommodation for two guests in a double bed.

Deck:
Main Deck
Bedding:
Fixed Double Bed
Max. occupancy:
2
Ensuite:
Yes
Air-conditioning:
Yes
No. of cabins:
1

Premium Twin/Double Cabin

Located on the upper deck of the vessel, these spacious cabins offer flexible accommodation for two guests in either twin single beds or one double bed and provide stunning views along with ample storage and ensuite facilities.

Deck:
Upper Deck
Bedding:
Twin Beds or Double
Max. occupancy:
2
Ensuite:
Yes
Air-conditioning:
Yes
No. of cabins:
4

Amenities

Vessel facilities
Guests:
16
Twin cabins:
4
Double cabins:
4
Ensuite:
Air-conditioning:
Towel change:
Diving facilities
Diving courses:
No
Rebreather friendly:
No
Equipment rental:
Nitrox membrane:
Charging station:
Photography friendly:
Compressors:
3 x Coltri-sub
Tenders:
2
Guides:
2
Technical
Length:
32m
Width:
7.4m
Engines:
2
Generators:
4
Hull:
Steel
Fresh water maker:
2
Safety
First aid:
First aiders:
Emergency Oxygen:
Oxygen administrators:
Life Jackets:
Life Rafts:
Tender safety boxes:
VHF ship to tender radios:

Extras

Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
100 USD per person
Payable, in cash only, at your arrival airport in Galapagos.
Ingala Transit Control Card
20 USD per person
Payable, in cash only, at Guayaquil or Quito Airport prior to domestic flight check-in.
Fuel Surcharge

PLEASE NOTE: Galapagos National Park Entrance Fees will increase to 200 USD from 1st August 2024.

Equipment
7 nights:
10 nights:
Full set*
270 USD
405 USD
BCD
72 USD
108 USD
Booties
30 USD
45 USD
Dive Computer
72 USD
108 USD
Fins
30 USD
45 USD
Mask
30 USD
45 USD
Regulators
72 USD
108 USD
Full-length wetsuit
72 USD
108 USD
15L cylinder
72 USD
108 USD

*Full equipment set includes: BCD, regulators, wetsuit, mask, booties & fins only. Standard cylinders provided free of charge are 12 Litres (80 cuft).

Essential items to bring with you to Galapagos: Gloves, Hood / Hooded vest, additional thermal layers*,  20-30 metre reel for DSMB deployment

*Water temperatures can drop to 15°C (59°F) or even lower so we recommend a skin-suit, neoprene vest and/ or long sleeve neoprene top, neoprene shorts / long-johns to wear under your wetsuit

7 nights:
10 nights:
Nitrox
150 USD
225 USD
Beer
3.50 USD
Spirits
6 USD
Cocktails
8 USD
Wine (per bottle)
30 USD
Wi-Fi Data package (7 nights)
40 USD
Wi-Fi Data package (10 nights)
60 USD
Laundry (per item)
1 USD
Merchandise (starting from)
15 USD

We regret that we are unable to accept payment by debit or credit card on Galapagos Master. All payments onboard can only be accepted in CASH. We therefore strongly advise paying in advance for equipment rental and nitrox along with your liveaboard booking.

Where Galapagos Master operates

Galapagos Master - Divesites Map

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Galapagos Reviews

Have a look at what our customers have said about our diving itineraries in Galapagos.

Karen Radford
Karen Radford
Galapagos Master, April 2019
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The diving has been absolutely incredible. Our dive guides have provided detailed and well explained briefings and ensured that we have remained safe throughout. Natalia was incredibly welcoming from day one and her passion for nature and the fragility of the archipelago is a breath of fresh air to those of us who can only make a small contribution to saving this incredible planet.
David O'Connor
David O'Connor
Galapagos Master, April 2019
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The trip and diving were fabulous - with a large contribution for that by the crew. All were great and worked as a team but I must single out Natalia who was a superb guide organizer and helper.
Richard Jurewicz
Richard Jurewicz
Galapagos Master, May 2019
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Boat was kept spotless and clean the entire 11 days . Staff worked hard at keeping up with making ship look everyday like it was the first day on board. Drive crew extremely helpful pointing out all marine life. Briefings were very detailed, accurate and informative, Dive crew made us feel very comfortable in the water on every dive. The crew went above and beyond all expectations so my daughter and I could have a memorable dive holiday.
Richard Jurewicz
Richard Jurewicz
Galapagos Master, May 2019
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Boat was kept spotless and clean the entire 11 days . Staff worked hard at keeping up with making ship look everyday like it was the first day on board. Drive crew extremely helpful pointing out all marine life. Briefings were very detailed, accurate and informative, Dive crew made us feel very comfortable in the water on every dive. The crew went above and beyond all expectations so my daughter and I could have a memorable dive holiday.
Rachel Müller
Rachel Müller
Galapagos Master, May 2019
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Boat was kept spotless and clean the entire 11 days . Staff worked hard at keeping up with making ship look everyday like it was the first day on board. Drive crew extremely helpful pointing out all marine life. Briefings were very detailed, accurate and informative, Dive crew made us feel very comfortable in the water on every dive. The crew went above and beyond all expectations so my daughter and I could have a memorable dive holiday.
Miriam Hussani
Miriam Hussani
Galapagos Master, May 2019
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Boat was kept spotless and clean the entire 11 days . Staff worked hard at keeping up with making ship look everyday like it was the first day on board. Drive crew extremely helpful pointing out all marine life. Briefings were very detailed, accurate and informative, Dive crew made us feel very comfortable in the water on every dive. The crew went above and beyond all expectations so my daughter and I could have a memorable dive holiday.
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