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Liveaboard Diving Discounts & Deals
Liveaboard/View Offer | Deal Date | Discount | Liveaboard Discount Total | Price Before Discount | Price After Discount | Tour Days | Liveaboard Discounted Tour |
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All Star Red Sea | 13/05/2024 | 40% | £594 | £1,485.00 | £891.00 | 8days | Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone (Hurghada - Port Ghalib) |
All Star Red Sea | 06/05/2024 | 40% | £577 | £1,441.00 | £864.00 | 8days | North & Brothers (Hurghada - Hurghada) |
All Star Red Sea | 29/04/2024 | 40% | £594 | £1,485.00 | £891.00 | 8days | Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone (Hurghada - Hurghada) - (40% OFF) (2/2) |
My Alia | 18/05/2024 | 20% | £240 | £1,202.00 | £962.00 | 8days | North Tiran (Hurghada - Hurghada) - (09/02) (20% OFF) |
Solomons Master | 30/03/2024 | 30% | £1,465 | £4,883.00 | £3,418.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 16/03/2024 | 30% | £1,025 | £3,418.00 | £2,393.00 | 8days | Solomons WWII Wreck Week (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 09/03/2024 | 30% | £1,025 | £3,418.00 | £2,393.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 27/02/2024 | 30% | £1,465 | £4,883.00 | £3,418.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 17/02/2024 | 30% | £1,465 | £4,883.00 | £3,418.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 09/02/2024 | 30 | £1,025 | £3,418.00 | £2,393.00 | 8days | Solomons WWII Wreck Week (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 30/01/2024 | 30% | £1,465 | £4,883.00 | £3,418.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 23/01/2024 | 30% | £1,025 | £3,418.00 | £2,393.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 30/12/2023 | 30% | £1,392 | £4,641.00 | £3,249.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 19/12/2023 | 30% | £325 | £3,249.00 | £2,924.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 25/11/2023 | 10% | £325 | £3,249.00 | £2,924.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 12/10/2023 | 40% | £1,300 | £3,249.00 | £1,949.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 25/03/2023 | 40% | £1,300 | £3,249.00 | £1,949.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 07/02/2023 | 40% | £1,856 | £4,641.00 | £2,785.00 | 11days | Best of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 31/01/2023 | 20% | £650 | £3,249.00 | £2,599.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
Solomons Master | 24/01/2023 | 40% | £1,300 | £3,249.00 | £1,949.00 | 8days | Taste of Solomons (Honiara - Honiara) |
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Liveaboard Quick Review
The MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard is a 40m (131f) Galapagos diving safari boat for up to 16 guests enjoying 9 cabins and 9 bathrooms. This Galapagos liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.7 out of 10 and is rated 'Exceptional' (SDE Lux Rating 85%*).
Liveaboard Review Tips
If you are looking for an exceptional Galapagos Islands liveaboard diving safari, an excellent choice is the MV Tiburon Explorer diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Galapagos diving liveaboard boat:
3. Cost Per Day
The MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard costs from £612 per day ($747/€698)* .
4. Pros
A quick list of the main pros of the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid internet, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. Cons
A quick list of the main cons of the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard include: no flexible or extra flexible booking, no diving courses.
6. Liveaboard Capacity
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard is 40 metres (131 feet) long, has 9 cabins and 9 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 16 guests/divers.
7. Booking Itineraries
The booking itineraries for the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries have been added or you can book by click here: MV Tiburon Explorer).
Booking tips
Before you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose a cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Galapagos; 8. Pay for your MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard trip.
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* Note
The above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.22 and for GBP to Euro is 1.14. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Tiburon Explorer.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard Deals
Before reading more about the Galapagos MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard, please take a moment to check any discounts or last minute deals in the list below. (Note: if no liveaboard discounts are listed below, unfortunately this means there are no current deals or discounts available for the MV Tiburon Explorer dive boat). Please bookmark this page and check back another time. Alternatively, please check this article here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
Latest Liveaboard Diving Discounts Updated
Deal Date
Discount
Liveaboard Discount Total
Price Before Discount
Price After Discount
Tour Days
Liveaboard Discounted Tour
988
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date30/12/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
987
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date23/12/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
986
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date16/12/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
985
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date09/12/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
984
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date02/12/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
983
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date10/06/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
982
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date03/06/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
981
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date27/05/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
979
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date22/04/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
978
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date01/04/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
977
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date11/02/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
976
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date04/02/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
975
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date28/01/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
974
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date21/01/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
973
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date07/01/2023
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
972
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date31/12/2022
DiscountTiburon Explorer
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
971
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date24/12/2022
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
970
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date17/12/2022
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£679
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,264.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
968
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date10/12/2022
Discount14%
Liveaboard Discount Total£829
Price Before Discount£5,923.00
Price After Discount£5,094.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
969
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date03/12/2022
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
967
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date26/11/2022
Discount25%
Liveaboard Discount Total£1,565
Price Before Discount£6,259.00
Price After Discount£4,694.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
966
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date22/10/2022
Discount25%
Liveaboard Discount Total£1,486
Price Before Discount£5,942.00
Price After Discount£4,456.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
965
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date01/10/2022
Discount25%
Liveaboard Discount Total£1,486
Price Before Discount£5,942.00
Price After Discount£4,456.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
980
Liveaboard/View OfferTiburon Explorer
Deal Date29/04/2022
Discount$800 OFF Pax+5 Paid 1 Free. 10 Paid + 2 Free
Liveaboard Discount Total£678
Price Before Discount£5,943.00
Price After Discount£5,265.00
Tour Days8days
Liveaboard Discounted TourWestern Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
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Last Minute Liveaboard Deals & Discounts
Liveaboard Discounts
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Liveaboard Diving
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Liveaboard Review Highlights
Diving Liveaboard Review
Galapagos MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard review in detail.
Video Title
Tour Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard | Explorer Ventures Fleet
Flexible Booking
This liveaboard does not have flexible booking.
Nitrox Diving
Paid nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving if you are happy to pay for it. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered For
The onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving Courses
This liveaboard does not offer diver training courses.
Scuba Gear Rental
You can rent scuba gear on this dive boat so you benefit from being able travel light and simply rent all your scuba equipment once onboard.
Internet
Paid WIFI and internet on this liveaboard, so you can get online with your phone or laptop for an extra charge.
Ensuite Cabins
Cabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon Cabins
Each cabin has air-conditioning, which means you can choose your own cabin temperature for personal comfort and a good nights sleep.
Private Charter
This liveaboard is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
DIN Adapters
If you have DIN regulators do not worry as this liveaboard has DIN to Yoke regulator adaptors onboard.
Relaxing between dives
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Liveaboard Luxury Features Review
Liveaboard Luxury Features
The 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' or "SDE Lux Rating" concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Galapagos dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 7 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (78%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: NO; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (89%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: NO; Outside Showers: YES; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 6 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (86%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: YES.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (71%) features, and include: Beach Towels: YES, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: YES; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 10 out of 11 'Food Features' (91%) and include: BBQ Area: YES; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: YES; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Drink Features' (89%) and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: NO; Free Soft Drinks: YES; Free Wine With Dinner: YES; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: YES.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer Reviews
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”A truly amazing dive trip! So many highlights – Schools of hammerheads, whale sharks, mola mola, rays and so much more!!! Top level service, great dive guides and crew. Grateful to have met everyone and can’t wait to do it again!” Recommended for: Fantastic diving, great service, super crew.
Customer Review By
Sara M, from: United States scored the MV Tiburon Explorer 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Tiburon Explorer.
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Customer Review
”Amazing Amazing Amazing. The crew was incredible, all of them. The food incredibly good. The dives were the best of our life. The bed so comfortable and the room very beautiful. We enjoyed the trip! Thank you.” Recommended for: Staff, dives and food.
Customer Review By
Jérémy B, from: Switzerland scored the MV Tiburon Explorer 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Tiburon Explorer.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival Location
The MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard departs and returns from the port on Baltra Island - Galapagos. Please click here: MV Tiburon Explorer to find out how to get from Baltra Seymour Airport (Code: GPS) to join the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard's departure port on Baltra Island - Galapagos.
Itinerary and videos
The itineraries below for the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the MV Tiburon Explorer dive boat.
Itinerary Option 1
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
Itinerary Option 1 Detail
Itinerary 1 Title
GALAPAGOS SCUBA DIVING! TIBURON EXPLORER JULY 31- AUGUST 7, 2021
Itinerary Option 2
Western Archipelago, Darwin And Wolf Islands (Baltra - Baltra)
Itinerary Option 2 Detail
Itinerary 2 Title
Galapagos live aboard scuba diving from the Tiburon Explorer
Title
Tiburon Explorer - Scuba Diving in the Galapagos Islands on a Liveaboard
Title
Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On Trip
You will be able to dive up to 20 times in total on the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification Level
If you choose the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Galapagos, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: NO; Advanced Open Water Diver: YES.
Your Logged Dives
When choosing the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard for your dive trip to Galapagos, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: NO; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: YES.
Your Diver experience
If you choose the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard for your dive trip to Galapagos, make sure you select the right itinerary for your level of diver experience. Itineraries on the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard include the following alternatives: Beginner/Novice (up to 9 logged dives): NO; Advanced Beginner (10-19 dives): NO; Intermediate Diver (20 to 29 logged dives): NO; Advanced Intermediate (30 to 39 logged dives): NO; Proficient Diver (40 to 49 logged dives): NO; Advanced Diver (more than 50 logged dives): NO.
Type of Diving
The type of diving experienced from the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard includes: Deep Dives, Drift Diving, Marine Life, Night Dives, Pinnacles, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving, Swim-Through's and Caverns.
Underwater Scooters Onboard
Underwater scooters onboard: NO.
Marine Life Reviewed
Marine Life Species
The sea life you might see on your Galapagos liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Galapagos liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard in Galapagos might include:
More About Sharks
Are There Sharks in The Galapagos Islands? (What Kinds of Sharks?)
Ray Species
You may see the following rays species: Manta Rays, Mobula Rays, Spotted Eagle Rays, Sting Rays, Marble Rays.
More About Rays
Fish Species
You may also see the following fish species: Batfish, Barracudas, Clownfish (Anemonefish), Frogfish, Flounder, Flying Gurnards, Giant Trevallies, Groupers, Lionfish, Moray Eels, Red-lipped Batfish, Reef Fish, Sea Horses, Scorpion Fish, Spanish Mackerel, Sun Fish (Mola Mola), Surgeonfish, Yellowfin Tuna.
More About Fish
Other Marine Life & Bird Species
You may see the following marine and bird life: Crabs, Hard Corals, Jellyfish, Lobsters, Nudibranchs, Octopus, Soft Corals, Starfish, Turtles.
More About Other Marine Life
Marine Mammal Species
You might encounter the following mammals: Blue Whales, Dolphins, Sea Lions, Bryde's Whales.
More About Mammals
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Galapagos Liveaboard Aqua Scuba Diving 2021 4K
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4K Galapagos Islands | 3 Hours Meditation Scuba Diving
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The Price
The price of booking the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snacks, Soft Drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails.
Paid For Optional Extras
The following are optional extras when you book the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard: Gratuities, Hotel Transfer, Internet, Laundry Service, Pressing Service, Rental Gear.
Paid For Required Extras
The following are required extras when you book the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard: Chamber Fees, National Park Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length
40 metres (131 feet).
Maximum Guests
16
Cabins and Bathrooms
The MV Tiburon Explorer dive boat has 9 cabins and 9 bathrooms.
Cabin Types
The MV Tiburon Explorer has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboard
Family cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving YES; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: NO; Camera Station: NO; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 3 out of 17 (i.e. 18%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: YES; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: NO; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: YES; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: NO, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: NO; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has 5 out of 6 (i.e. 83%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: YES; Welcome Cocktails; YES.
Languages Spoken Onboard
The crew onboard the MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Spanish.
Liveaboard Summary
Conclusion
The MV Tiburon Explorer liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.7, is rated 'Exceptional', and scores 85% on the SDE Lux Rating. This Galapagos liveaboard is a 40 metre (131 feet) dive boat for up to 16 guests across 9 cabins (inc. double cabins, twin cabins), and has 9 bathrooms. The MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard has aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid internet, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental. To book: MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard prices start at £612 per day ($747/€698)*.
More Information
To discover more about the MV Tiburon Explorer diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Galapagos you can do this here: MV Tiburon Explorer. But if you want to compare this Galapagos liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Galapagos, please take a look at the table below. If you are only interested in Galapagos liveaboards, select "Country" from the list of searchable options from first dropdown menu and type "Galapagos" in the search box:
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* Note
The above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.22 and for GBP to Euro is 1.14. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Tiburon Explorer Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Tiburon Explorer.
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