Galápagos Marine Life
Marine & Pelagic
Fish
Intermediate
Ecuador — Galápagos
June to November
Overview
Dive with hammerhead sharks, marine iguanas, and sea turtles in nutrient-rich waters.
Equipment
- Full wetsuit (water is cold)
- Dive equipment
- Camera
- Current hook
Safety Notes
- Strong currents common — drift diving experience needed
- Cold water 18-24°C — thick wetsuit required
Identification Tips
1
Hammerhead schools at Gordon Rocks and Wolf Island
2
Marine iguanas graze algae underwater
3
Sea lion pups are playful diving companions
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Scalloped Hammerhead | common | Schooling at cleaning stations |
| Marine Iguana | common | Grazing algae on rocks |
| Green Sea Turtle | common | Feeding on algae |
| Galápagos Sea Lion | common | Playful underwater |