Darwin's Arch
Also known as: El Arco, The Arch, Darwin Theatre
Best time to dive
January to December; June to November; December to May
What you might see
- DolphinLikely
- Eagle rayLikely
- Hammerhead sharkLikely
- Whale sharkPeak season
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - limited - surface snorkel with whale sharks sometimes offered by liveaboards, weather dependent
Safety notes
strong current/surge, open blue water with no bottom reference, remote (liveaboard only), cold thermoclines
Permits & fees
Galapagos National Park entrance fee $200 + $20 INGALA Transit Control Card + liveaboard cruise/diving permits (bundled into liveaboard fare)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Liveaboard only (Darwin I.)
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.