The diving in the Galapagos was very good. The water clear and warm and only once did we have poor visibility. It was on that dive that I ran into 14+ foot Hammerhead Shark. This shark came out of nowhere. I remember looking into darkness then looking down and then in front of me and that is when I saw this 14+ foot Hammerhead just below and to the front of me. After my eyes became as big as my mask, trying to take pictures, warn the others, and getting the hell out of there, he just swam off into the darkness. It was a wonderful experience to be this close to such a huge creature but once is enough.
Also on this trip I saw for the first time, sleeping sharks. It is said that if a shark stops moving it will drown because it needs water flowing through its gills, but we found a cave that was known to have white tip sharks sleeping in it and we saw three of them sleeping. I found out that the reason they can sleep there is that the movement of the water in that cave simulates the same action while they are moving. What was cool was having the sea lions play and swim with you while you are diving. Because of curious nature and their lack of fear it was fun to have them swimming and playing with you. I also had the chance to swim with the huge sea turtles. The diving was amazing but this was the first place I have been where the snorkeling was better than the diving and if I ever go back I will do fewer dives and more snorkeling.
I spoke with at least a half dozen other travel companies, looking for a Galapagos cruise that fit our schedule and budget. Some companies could manage one or the other, but Erin was the only one who could do both. She found us the perfect cruise, at a fantastic price! And she has been quick and patient with responses to my many questions. So far, Adventure Life has been a fantastic company to work with!
Sandi T
3 weeks ago
Erin was patient, thorough, responsive, knowledgeable.
Karen Bukolt
3 weeks ago
Erin was responsive, knowledgeable, helpful, and ran through a few different choices with us. She got us a fabulous price on a trip, and made everything easy to do. And QUICK!!
Tina
1 month ago
From the initial meeting and planning process with our trip planner Jess, through to the finalizing of our itinerary, trip details and questions, I was very impressed with the professionalism, thoroughness, organization and attention to details. I would highly recommend Adventure Life to anyone looking to plan a unique travelling experience, knowing that the expertise and experience provided will result in a seamless trip of a lifetime.
Lynn Farquharson
1 month ago
Excellent suggestions I line with my desires on a Galapagos very last minute cruise.
Swift and professional guidance and assistance in booking the trip. Helped me realising a substantial saving.