Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is a coastal town on San Cristóbal Island in the Galápagos. It serves mainly as a gateway to the surrounding marine reserves and national park waters, with several small dive centers offering trips and courses for visiting divers. The Galápagos waters are known for unique endemic wildlife; however, diving here is highly regulated to protect ecosystems, and access is typically by guided, permit-compliant operations. Expect cool to temperate water, strong currents at some sites, and notable marine life including sharks, sea lions, and a variety of tropical and pelagic species depending on the site and season. Grounded more as a gateway to the region than a conventional dive hub, this town supports logistics for liveaboards and day trips to nearby iconic sites.