Isabela Dive Center - Galápagos Islands

Isabela Dive Center offers daily trips to the reefs around Isabela Island. It's a straightforward operation, good for divers who want to explore local sites without a lot of fuss. We found their boat reliable and the guides knew the current patterns well. If you're staying on Isabela and want convenient access to the nearby volcanic landscapes and resident marine iguanas, this is a solid choice.

Location
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, South America
Coordinates
-0.956614, -90.964935

Dive Sites Near Isabela Dive Center

Isabela Dive Center provides access to 15 dive sites in Galápagos Islands.

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Best Time to Dive in Galápagos Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Galápagos Islands occur in March, averaging 27.3°C. The coolest conditions are in September at 22.7°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 25.2°C
  • February: 27.0°C
  • March: 27.3°C
  • April: 26.9°C
  • May: 25.4°C
  • June: 24.3°C
  • July: 23.8°C
  • August: 23.0°C
  • September: 22.7°C
  • October: 23.1°C
  • November: 23.6°C
  • December: 23.9°C

Marine Life in Galápagos Islands

Home to 141 recorded species including 108 reef fish, 7 whales & dolphins, 7 sharks & rays, 6 seagrass & algae, 5 hard corals, 3 sea cucumbers.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Galápagos Islands

Based on average water temperature of 24.7°C, currents 34 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 25°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins (stiff blade recommended for strong currents)
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories