Best time for active excursions - Galapagos cruise

Depending on when you visit the Galapagos Islands, there are different opportunities for  activities such as hiking, snorkeling, and diving. Here’s a look at the top highlights for each month:

• Between December to March, there is excellent visibility underwater, perfect for swimming with penguins, snorkeling, and diving.  
• In February, sunny skies allow for excellent kayaking and paddle boarding adventures too.  
• May has great weather with lower temperatures paired with lower rainfall and humidity. This is perfect for aquatic activities.  
• In June and July, cooler temperatures are perfect to swim with sea lions as their breeding season begins.  
• The continuing Humboldt Current in August reduces some visibility but in return it attracts a variety of marine life courtesy of its rich nutrients.  
• September is a fantastic time to swim with penguins too as they are active on Bartolome Island.  
• October and November feature cooler weather, ideal for hiking expeditions along Galapagos’ volcanic terrain.