Calipso Dive Liveaboard, Galapagos
9.4 Superb
- Free Internet
- Nitrox available
“Every crew was very friendly, and dive guides were perfect. ”
Highlights
The Calipso liveaboard schedules year-round diving in the Galapagos National Park. Completely renovated in 2019, everything was designed to offer comfort and a fresh, modern environment. There are 6 cabins on the upper deck and 2 cabins on the main deck, each with panoramic windows, en-suite bathrooms, a hairdryer, individually controlled AC, a TV with hundreds of films to choose from, a safety deposit box, USB charging ports, and laminate flooring. Beds are doubles that can be converted into two singles. There is also one single cabin located on the lower deck with no single supplement, subject to availability. At 33m in length, there is more than enough space for 16 guests and 11 crew members on board. Social areas include an indoor salon and dining area where international and Ecuadorian cuisine is served with fresh local produce and seafood. The top deck has lounge chairs, a BBQ, a bar, and a hot tub.
Calipso Galapagos dive itineraries are 7 nights long, and explore the world-famous Wolf & Darwin for the chance to get up close with whale sharks, hammerheads, and dolphins. Calipso also visits Marchena, previously only dived by a few scientists and filmmakers; it is known for having very large pods of dolphins, schools of Hammerheads, and Galapagos sharks. The large dive deck at the back of the boat has rinse tanks, hot water showers, dedicated camera storage and cleaning areas, and personal towels.
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Included: VAT, Fuel Surcharge, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (100-200 USD), Port Fees (20 USD).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox Course (250 USD), Private Dive Guide (1,750 USD per week), Rental Gear.
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Calipso Dive Reviews
- 9.4 Superb
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Vessel
9.4
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Crew
9.1
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Food
9.9
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Diving
9.6
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Value
8.8
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- 6.4 Review score
- Gaby L
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Germany
Not the full Galapagos experience
Calipso takes divers with way to less experience, partly less than 50 dives. It thus ended in close grup diving often around 45 mins. The guide did a great job to deal in a very responsible way with this circumstances. Calipso pushes heavily on 10 % tip. The total prices vary due to last minute discount (50% of capacity was finally booked) heavily, with gives you an idea of the margin. The rental equipment is old and partly not working, better do not rent. Nitrox and WiFi is included which exceptional positiv. The low season does not give you tjevfull Galapagos diving adventure although we were lucky to see Mola Mola and a whaleshark. Viability was not too good most of the time. You definitely need an 7mm for everything that is not Darwin & Wolf.
- Recommended for
- Comfortable cabin on upper deck. Technical support of dive guide. Spacious subdeck with comfortable sun loungers.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- BRANDY H
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Canada
Must do!
The dive sites really are world class. The abundance of sharks/fish really made this trip a bucket list item. The crew could not have been friendlier and more helpful. I especially liked the massages with a hot towel after every dive. lol. The boat is perfect, lots of space and the dive deck might be the best I have ever seen. The cabins spacious with lots of storage.
- Recommended for
- The diving was world class. The boat/cabins were great. Lots of space. The crew couldn’t have been friendlier and kinder.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Jae In S
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South Korea
Great liveaboard
If you want to swim with sharks, mola molas, and rays, and also you want to play with sealions, this is the only choice you have. Dive guides will get you there to show what you want. Every crew was very friendly, and dive guides were perfect. Room condition was also great. However, tip rate is bit high (they recommend 10% of tour price)
- Recommended for
- Big fishes. Friendly crews. Great room condition.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Brian B
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United States
5 Star Service at 4 star prices
Staff service was comparable to more expensive 5 star dive boats I have been on. Tender operators, kitchen staff, engineering staff, boat crew were very focused on the guests. The engineering staff fixed a torn dry suit, a broken dive computer band, and a broken selfie stick all without any of the guests missing any dives.
- Recommended for
- Staff attentiveness to guests and service. Friendliness of other guests. Dive guides understanding of divers preferences.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Fabien M
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Switzerland
Epic trip
Excellent dives, caring crew and very confortable boat.
- Recommended for
- Itinerary. Crew. Boat.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- michael J
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United Kingdom
Best diving of the past 40 years
Best dive trip ever. The crew is fantastic and so much positive energy. Diving is the best I have done for the big stuff. Sharks everywhere . Daniel the dive guide was the best
- Recommended for
- The diving at Wolf and Darwin. Daniel the best dive guide ever. The enthusiasm of the whole crew.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Steven S
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United States
Gets no better
I have been on many liveaboards, the crew, dive setup, and execution on the Calipso are all top notch. If you are headed to the Galapagos, you won't find a better option. Mola mola, iguanas, whale sharks, and all the hammers you can handle. While the encounters are not within the control of the crew, they did everything possible to get the timing right to maximize the chances.
- Recommended for
- Crew, dive program, cabin size
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- 10 Exceptional
- John G
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Canada
Easily the best diving we have ever done with exceptional service and comfort provided by the staff
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- Recommended for
- -See the whale sharks and awesome abundance of life at Darwin
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- 10 Exceptional
- Daniel B
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United States
Amazing crew, amazing location, amazing trip
Diving with sea lions and marine iguanas
- Recommended for
- Crew, Diving, Wildlife
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- 9.2 Superb
- Sean M
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United States
Calipso crew made for a fun off-season Galapagos trip
I did an April trip aboard the Calipso. Overall, the trip was pretty great. Below are a few highs and lows, but way more of the former than the latter. The crew is great. Our steward, Danny, made sure every guest had everything they needed throughout the journey. Every hour. Every day. Divemaster Jimmy was incredibly knowledgeable about the various dive sites and really helpful to a wide range people of various diving competence. The rest of the crew were equally professional and helpful throughout. The rooms are spacious and clean (as was the boat, overall). The food was pretty good. And the sky deck area was underutilized on our cruise, but great. The Calipso, while not ludicrously indulgent or gluttonously fancy, was a great value for the money. Any nits I had were incredibly minor. The Santa Cruz transfer if you are going on to San Cristobal wasn’t exactly seamless (just make sure you have a very specific time the boat will be in port). I would have loved a freshwater dunk tank for all equipment (though fresh water was readily available via his and outdoor shower). And approach to tipping was less than just a suggestion — it was rather blunt. But as with any Liveaboard, tip. These folks work hard. I mostly mention these to emphasize how small these things are compared to all the reasons the ship is worth your consideration. These are all small. Whereas the trip felt big. I’d definitely recommend. However, were I to do the trip again I’d definitely choose the Calipso, for sure. However, I would probably opt for August-November when water clarity and conditions are more ideal. There was a ton of stuff at the sites, it just wasn’t always easy to see. (Something the boat obviously has no control over. But were I reading this, it’s something I would want to know.) I hope this helps inform your plans. Good luck in your choosing.
- Recommended for
- Spacious rooms, lots to see, great crew
