Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Very good deal for those who are not looking for luxury but an amazing marine life exeperience. Highlights: Whale sharks, hammerheads, mola molas, iguanas. We were a very lucky group, and we saw every animal you can expect to see in the Galapagos. Overall: Some of the best dives in my life. The liveaboard itself is not the most comfortable. The cabins are reasonably spacious. The food is good, but it starts to repeat itself, and it's not a buffet. You get the same as everybody else, but they are willing to adapt to your wishes. On the sun deck they're missing perhaps some sun bed. We definitely recommend it for those who are interested in marine life and not in luxury.”
Recommended for: Diving locations. Friendly personel. Land Tours.
Customer Review By Norma R, from: Slovenia scored the Danubio Azul Liveaboard 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 7 reviews and information click here: Danubio Azul Liveaboard .
Is The Danubio Azul Liveaboard Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Those on a tight budget (premium pricing)
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •Hammerhead shark schools
- •Marine iguana encounters
- •Endemic species found nowhere else
- •Darwin and Wolf Islands big pelagics
- •Seeing the famous giant tortoises
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 7 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The Danubio Azul Liveaboard has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. In addition, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
What’s more, it maintains a near one to one crew to guest ratio, which supports quick service and strong safety cover.
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- Audio & video entertainment
- Dedicated crew
- Smart Voyager accreditation
Boat FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is the Danubio Azul Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Danubio Azul Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard provides beach towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no deck towels are provided. Click Deck Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incurs an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard can arrange local flights at an additional cost to the trip.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard also includes fuel surcharge, and port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard has dedicated family cabins designed for parents and children sharing together (see the cabin options below), even though it is not specifically tagged as a family friendly cruise in the features. Click Liveaboards With Family Cabins if you want to see other boats with family cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises if you prefer trips that are marketed more broadly for families.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 8 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Galapagos’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 5 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Danubio Azul Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as cabin towels, complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
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Cabin FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Danubio Azul Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Danubio Azul Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Danubio Azul Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Danubio Azul Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Danubio Azul Liveaboard has dedicated family cabins designed for parents and children to share together; you can see these layouts in the cabin types section below. It is not specifically tagged as a family friendly cruise in the features, so if you’d like more boats with this type of cabin, look at Liveaboards With Family Cabins, or browse Family Friendly Cruises if you want trips that are marketed more broadly for families.
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The Danubio Azul Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 1 Double cabin with an ensuite bathroom
- 3 Double + 1 single cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Single cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 90% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 9 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Danubio Azul Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station. What’s more, After a dive you can rinse off using warm outside showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard. You’ll also find Technical diving is supported on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, so you can plan deeper or more advanced dives when scheduled. Also, On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun.
Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
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Diving FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Danubio Azul Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
The Danubio Azul Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: No Certification
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 1 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Danubio Azul liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Danubio Azul liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 7 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The Danubio Azul Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard.
What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Al fresco dining
- Dietary requirements
- Fine cuisine
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Snacks all day (Free)
- Vegetarian options
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- Beach BBQ
- Vegan options
- Western food
Dining FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 8 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Danubio Azul Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Bar
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Soft drinks (Paid extra)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Welcome cocktails
- Wine available
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- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Free wine w/dinner
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Tea & coffee
- Welcome cocktails
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 5 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
Yes, the Danubio Azul Liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as kayaks and snorkelling. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, free use of kayaks is included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, useful for relaxed exploration in calm water, gentle cardio between dives, and easy wildlife spotting from the surface. Great for non-diving partners or families. What’s more, Snorkel gear is included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, handy for reef time between dives or as an activity with non-divers.
A naturalist guide is included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, enriching reef and island visits with wildlife insights. You’ll also find there is a small library on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard with fish ID books and light reading. You will often find titles left by previous guests, too.
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- Included Kayaks on-board (Free)
- Included Library
- Included Naturalist itineraries with naturalist guide (Free)
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel gear (Free)
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- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is the Danubio Azul Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- Kayaks
- Naturalist guide
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 3 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Danubio Azul Liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive.
What’s more, it has free WiFi internet onboard, which makes it easier to back up RAW files to the cloud and share images with friends and family while you are at sea.
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Does the Danubio Azul Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Danubio Azul Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
On reviewing the Danubio Azul Liveaboard, it scores 33% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 1 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you plan to do technical diving, the Danubio Azul Liveaboard supports it, but before you finalise your trip, check the typical dive depths, available gases, and whether stage and decompression cylinders are supported on your chosen itinerary.
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Tech diving FAQs for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Danubio Azul Liveaboard?
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Danubio Azul Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Danubio Azul dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Galapagos. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Danubio Azul liveaboard fare.
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- Included Beach towels
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Kayaks
- Included Land excursions
- Included Naturalist guide
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Snorkelling guide
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Welcome cocktails
- Included WiFi internet
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- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Soft drinks
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Danubio Azul Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Danubio Azul charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Galapagos.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
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- Included Airport transfer
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Local flights
- Included Nitrox
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Soft drinks
Danubio Azul Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Danubio Azul dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Galapagos.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Danubio Azul liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included National park fees
Danubio Azul Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 24.84m (81.5ft)
- Beam: 5.47m (17.9ft)
- Max guests: 16
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
Danubio Azul Liveaboard Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Danubio Azul Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Danubio Azul Liveaboard. Danubio Azul Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light