Darwin's Arch Suggest edit

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35Max dive depth

35.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

StrongCurrent

ModerateSurge

60 minAvg dive time

June to NovemberBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Darwin's Arch is famous for schooling hammerhead sharks, often seen by divers near the remains of the collapsed arch off Darwin Island.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Strong Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits are required for the Galapagos National Park.
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Bottom types:
rock coral sand Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the arch and marine life.

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