We track 68 dive operators in Ecuador. 16 teach certification courses (18 PADI, 3 SSI). 32 run snorkelling trips. 2 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Puerto Ayora, with 13. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 68. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Discovery dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scuba Iguana | 4.7(350) | none | $475 | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 68 dive operators in Ecuador, with the biggest cluster around Puerto Ayora. 16 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (18 centres), followed by SSI (3).
Published discovery dive prices we hold range from $270 to $475 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
2 operators in Ecuador offer accommodation alongside diving.
32 of the 68 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Scuba Iguana is a sports activity location in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, with a 4.7-star rating from 300 reviews. They are open daily, with varying hours. The business offers wheelchair accessible entrances and accepts various payment methods.
AQUAVENTURES DIVE CENTER is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort located in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos. They offer a variety of diving services, including guided dives, courses, and equipment rental. They are known for their experienced guides and excellent customer service.
Wreck Bay Diving Center is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort located in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos. They offer a variety of diving services, including guided dives, courses, and equipment rental. They are known for their experienced guides and excellent customer service.
Exploramar Diving is a sports activity location in Puerto López, Ecuador, with a rating of 4.7 stars from 117 reviews. They are open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Macarron Scuba Diver is a tour agency in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, with a 4.6-star rating from over 400 reviews. They are open seven days a week, with slightly shorter hours on weekends. The business offers wheelchair accessibility.
Shark Bay Dive Center is a sporting goods store in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos, with a high rating of 4.8 stars based on over 400 reviews. They are open six days a week, with shorter hours on Sundays. The store offers curbside pickup and has Wi-Fi.
Native Diving Ecuador is a PADI 5-star resort located in Puerto López, Ecuador. They are open year-round and offer various diving services.
Galapagos Dive Academy focuses on providing high-quality instruction to novice divers in the safe waters of Academy Bay, near Puerto Ayora. They also offer refresher courses and support for film crews. The academy is located near the DAN decompression chamber.
Machalilla Tours is an adventure sports center located in Puerto López, Ecuador. They are operational and have a rating of 4.4 stars based on 966 reviews. The business is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Planet Ocean Galapagos is a dive center located in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos. They offer diving and snorkeling tours in the Galapagos Islands. Their services include guided dives, equipment rental, and courses.
| 2 | Aquaventures Dive Center | 4.5(383) | 4.7 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Wreck Bay Diving Center | 4.4(301) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Exploramar Diving | 4.7(122) | 4.3 | none | none | Visit |
| 5 | Macarron Scuba Diver | 4.5(455) | 4.3 | none | none | Visit |
| 6 | Shark Bay Dive Center | 4.8(507) | 4.9 | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 7 | Native Diving | 4.6(142) | 4.7 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Galapagos Dive Academy | 4.4(7) | 5.0 | $270 | PADI · SSI | Visit |