Diving and Snorkelling
Ecuador's top scuba-diving spots are in the Galapagos , where there are good chances to see large sea fish as well as a number of spectacular endemic reef fish. Most people arrange diving tours before arrival, but there are several operators on the islands who can arrange trips for you there and then; note that the Galapagos is not the easiest place for novices to learn to dive - mainly due to strong currents and cold temperatures - but it is possible. Snorkelling is likely to be an important part of a Galapagos cruise: bring your own gear if you have it; even though most boats can provide it, there may not be enough to go around and what there is may not fit. A wet suit is recommended between July and December. On the mainland, there's not a lot of scuba or snorkelling, apart from tours arranged in Puerto Lopez for dives around the Isla de la Plata.
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