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Most people who visit Galapagos do so to see the animals, and it’s true that the islands are home to many fascinating species of birds, reptiles, insects and more. Most people don’t necessarily know that the Galapagos are also world famous for diving and snorkeling. Why the Galapagos Islands are Great for Snorkeling The Galapagos Islands are strategically located on the equator off the western coast of South America. Every year, currents coming up from South American and down from North America bring rich ocean nutrients. These nutrient-rich waters feed fish and marine plants, which in turn feed sharks, sea turtles and many of the above-water Galapagos animals such as boobys and frigatebirds. The Galapagos marine world does not have much coral, but does feature fish, echinoderms ...