Ecuador
Darwin's Arch
About this Dive Site
Description
Darwin's Arch in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, is an iconic dive site celebrated for its incredible pelagic encounters. Prepare to be awestruck by schooling hammerhead sharks and the gentle giants of the ocean, whale sharks, alongside rays, turtles, and vast schools of fish, typically explored around 40 meters.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 25°C | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 21°C | 21°C | 22°C | 23°C | 24°C |
Peak Season
January, February, March, November, December, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Jan
Warm season, excellent visibility, abundant marine life including hammerheads and sea lions.
Feb
Peak of the warm season, ideal for swimming with marine iguanas and penguins.
Mar
Still excellent conditions, good chance to see whale sharks.
Apr
Transition to cooler season, visibility remains good.
More monthly highlights
May
Cooler season begins, plankton blooms can occur, attracting more pelagics.
Jun
Start of the Humboldt Current, cooler waters, increased chances of seeing hammerheads and whale sharks.
Jul
Humboldt Current is strong, excellent for whale shark and hammerhead sightings.
Aug
Peak of the cool season, prime time for whale shark encounters.
Sep
Still good for whale shark sightings, sea lion pups are active.
Oct
Transition back to warmer waters, visibility improves.
Nov
Warm season begins, excellent visibility and marine life.
Dec
Warm season continues, ideal for diving with penguins and sea lions.
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