Diving from the dinghies has advantages, but can be physically challenging for some. The opportunity to see great numbers of sharks on virtually every dive, along with other large pelagics, makes it all worthwhile, however. Yes, almost all dives are made from a dinghy. Night dives are scheduled at the discretion of the divemaster since sharks are so plentiful in the area. The islands are volcanic in origin and are therefore mountainous.
Some volcanos are still active.
Wednesday afternoon the Galapagos Aggressors I or II dock in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz to provision for the next week. Guests will visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. The Galapagos Aggressors' crews host a cocktail party Wednesday evening. Dinner is not served on board. This meal not provided with the cruise.