Opuntia Learn to Dive Adventure, 4 Days Activities

Opuntia Learn to Dive Adventure, 4 Days Detailed Program

Learn to scuba dive in one of the most fascinating underwater locations on Earth! You will get your PADI Open Water Diving Certification in just 4 days, all while doing your practice dives at some spectacular sites. When you are not diving or studying, you can relax, swim, and snorkel on a number of San Cristobal's gorgeous and conveniently located beaches. In the evenings, you will retire to the first-class waterfront hotel, Casa Opuntia.

INCLUDED:

Quality accommodations in a waterfront hotel (Casa Opuntia); all meals as described; professional English-speaking dive instructor, professional English-speaking dive master guide, all diving equipment (complete wetsuit, regulator with octopus, BCD, mask, snorkel, fins, booties, gloves, hood, tanks and weight belt); 4-day PADI Open Water Diving Certification Course; PADI Open Water dive manual book and log; dive, land and sea transportation.

NOT INCLUDED:

Airfare to/from Galapagos; Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee; Galapagos Transit card; meals not mentioned above; hotel & restaurant beverages, tips, or gratuities; guide tips; and personal expenses.

NOTE:

Upon registration for our diving tours, please inform us honestly of your dive experience. The Galapagos offers great levels for all dive levels, beginner to advanced. If we have accurate knowledge of your dive comfort level, we may be able to cater the dive itinerary which better meets your needs.

This itinerary is subject to change without notice due to seasonal changes, last-minute weather conditions, and adjustments of Galapagos National Park policy.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

SEASON: All year. December – May: sunny, warm, calm seas, better visibility, a bit less marine life. July – October: cloudy, cooler, often choppy seas, worse visibility, more marine life. June and November: transitional periods.

WATER TEMPERATURE: The waters of the Galapagos Islands are a unique mixture of warm and cold water, ranging between 61ºF and 75ºF (16 – 24ºC). .

VISIBILITY: Usually ranges between 16 and 85 feet (5 - 25 m), but most often is between 40 and 60 feet (12 - 18 m).

AVERAGE AIR TEMPERTATURES: December to May: 80ºF to 90ºF / 25ºC to 30ºC. June to September: 60ºF to 70ºF / 15ºC to 20ºC. October to December: 70ºF to 80ºF / 15ºC to 25ºC.

SUGGESTED ITEMS TO PACK: Hiking shoes, water sandals, rain jacket, water bottle, sunblock, hat, and mosquito repellent.