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Nautilus Explorer

Mexico · Liveaboard★ 4.6

from USD 1,895 / person

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Type
Liveaboard
Built / renovated
2000 / 2015
Length × width
35 m × 8 m
Cabins
13
Nitrox
YES ($)
Wi-Fi
YES ($)
Rental gear
YES ($)

Highlights

  • Beautiful, rebreather-friendly boat offering windows and portholes in every room, alongside wrap-around windows on the main deck and evening presentations in the comfy lounge
  • Newly-extended main deck - now at 132 feet - offering a more spacious diving experience for all guests diving with this professional and experienced operator
  • Socorro trips offer world-class large animal diving, with mantas, humpbacks, dolphins, hammerheads, silkies, white tip and whale sharks just some of the animals seen by guests

About Nautilus Explorer

Welcome aboard the Nautilus Explorer, a remarkable liveaboard designed for the ultimate diving experience in Mexico’s breathtaking waters. This rebreather-friendly vessel specializes in the pelagic wonders of Socorro and Guadalupe Islands, ensuring divers encounter an array of marine life including majestic giant mantas, hammerhead sharks, and even the elusive whale shark.

Each journey aboard the Nautilus Explorer offers a unique itinerary, allowing you to dive into the rich underwater ecosystems of the Sea of Cortez and beyond. With trips ranging from 5 to 10 nights, you can explore vibrant dive sites teeming with dolphins, sea lions, and colorful barracuda. Onboard, enjoy the comfort of spacious cabins, wrap-around windows, and a cozy lounge for evening presentations, all while indulging in delicious meals and snacks prepared for your enjoyment.

With a dedicated team of 3-4 divemasters guiding your dives, you can dive with confidence while soaking in the beauty of the underwater world. Experience the thrill of diving with large pelagic species and create unforgettable memories on your next diving adventure!

Routes & departures

Socorro - Giant Mantas, Sharks and Dolphins10 nights · 26 dives · 90 Departures
  1. 1
    Day 1

    Complimentary photo and video workshop at SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas. 8pm boarding.

  2. 2
    Day 2

    Traveling and relaxing at sea. It’s a one day run out to the Socorro Islands. Cocktail hour. Sunsets. Arrive at San Benedicto Island by evening.

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    Day 3

    Over seven full dive days, you will be able to experience some of our favourite sites such as El Canyon, the Boiler, Red Rocks, Roca Partida, Cabo Pearse, Punta Tosca and Roca Oneal. We will do our best to provide 4 dives a day subject to other dive boats being onsite, weather and only 3 dives on the day of mandatory inspection by the Mexican navy. Expect to see the friendliest giant mantas in the world, bottlenose dolphins, up to 12 species of sharks and loads of fish. We will also have other activities to keep you busy such as kayaking and paddle boarding. Or simply relax in our hot tub.

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    Day 4
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    Day 6
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    Day 9
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    Day 10

    Early morning voyage back to Cabo San Lucas. Great time to look back on all your photos and videos, connect with new friends or simply relax during the journey back.

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    Day 11

    Disembark at 8:30am in Cabo. Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

Getting there Fly into Los Cabos Intl airport (SJD) Meeting time and place is from 12:00 AM onwards in the hospitality suite at Hotel El Ganzo in San Jose del Cabo. The hospitality suite is free of charge for all Nautilus guests and includes restroom access, baggage drop off and access to the hotel’s 4 restaurants. Boarding time is 8 PM, sailing time 9 PM.   The end of your trip Disembarkation 8:30 AM at San José del Cabo Arrival time is always subject to weather and may be later – please don’t book a flight out before 11 AM

Departures · 90

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Ultimate combo - orcas and whale sharks10 nights · 3 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    The Nautilus owned SeeCreatures Dive centre is located right in the harbour in downtown Cabo San Lucas and is your home away from home. We encourage you to fly in early and allow us to arrange for some local diving. We have. free warm up dive, which is great opportunity to refresh some photography skills and get set up properly. You are welcome to drop your bags off and check-in whenever it’s most convenient. We ask that you please be at the dive centre by 4 pm for the pre-boarding health check. This trip is predominantly focused on snorkelling and freediving, however if you would like to dive you will need to bring your own gear. We have full rental gear available and can get you suited and booted. Enjoy a nice evening walk, arriving back at the dive center by 7pm for the safety video and boarding the boat at 7:30pm. Settle into your cabin before enjoying a delicious dinner as we cruise towards the Sea of Cortez.

  2. 2
    Day 2

    Meet the Mobulas On our first day out at sea, we’ll be heading out in search of the mobulas. Baja Expeditions has been doing this for 47 years, and our crew is comprised of pioneering old-timers who know these waters, and its wildlife, better than anyone. Anyone who is interested can get out and have a freediving lesson; we’ll have you descending to 30 feet by the end of the day. For a more relaxed affair, you can opt to spend your time onboard relaxing on the sundeck with a good book or soaking in the hot tub. We also have kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

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    Day 3

    Days 3-4: Aerial support For at least two days of the trip, we will be using an aircraft to provide aerial spotting to maximize your encounters with the mobulas and, hopefully, orcas. Our pilot specializes in finding orcas and is the very best in the business; he’s been working with Captain Mike for 15 years. The best place to find them is in the triangle between Espiritu Santo, Carpenter Rock on the west side of Cerralvo, and Las Ventanas on Baja, and we will be focusing our search on this area. Be patient, as it might take ten splashes for the mobulas and orcas to allow snorkelers and freedivers into the middle of the pack, but you’ll be rewarded with truly spectacular encounters. We’ll take you out in groups of six for two hours at a time, before swapping with the other six guests. After a delicious lunch on the deck, we’ll head back out on the water again in the afternoon.

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    Day 4
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    Day 5

    Day 5-7: For the next couple of days, we’ll be back on our own again to look for mobulas and orcas. In the evening, you’ll have the chance to see the mobula rays in a different light. Literally. There will be the opportunity to go snorkeling at night in a calm, protected bay, where we will suspend lights off the bottom of the boat to attract swarms of mobulas. The mobulas come in to feed on the plankton exposed by the lights, providing a spectacular show against the inky ocean. If you’re a certified diver with your own gear, we can also arrange for you to go night diving.

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    Day 6
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    Day 7

    2 dives in the morning depending on guest flight schedules and the 24-hour requirement before flying.

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    Day 8

    Wave Goodbye sadly, it's the end of our trip. After a final breakfast, we will disembark the boat in Cabo at 8:30 am. Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport. The last dive will be on the penultimate day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive. • Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

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    Day 11

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

If you are arriving on the same day you are boarding, go straight to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas. Check in, drop off your luggage, and enjoy the rest of your day. We recommend diving or snorkeling with SeeCreatures. Please return by 4:30pm for your transfer to La Paz. Sea of Cortez trips board and return to La Paz with an included transfer to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas, or SJD Airport. We are usually back in port by 8 am. Disembarking by 8:30 am after breakfast. It’s a 2-1/2 hour transfer to SJD. For that reason we recommend booking your outward flight 12:30 pm or later.

Sea of Cortez Get-Away5 nights · 13 dives
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    Day 1

    Meet at SeeCreatures San Jose del Cabo, coach transfer to La Paz Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

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    Day 2

    Diving and having fun during the day and travelling in the evening or overnight to get to new dive sites. The speciality of this trip is exploring the loop from La Paz up to Loreto and back stopping in at our favourite “classic dive sites” as well as new sites that we have recently discovered. We are proactively exploring all the time and even after all these years, we are finding new dive sites. Your captain and dive guides will maximum the experience based on changing conditions and where the best animal sightings are.

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    Day 3
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    Day 4
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    Day 5
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    Day 6

    Breakfast and disembark by 08:30 am. Complimentary transfer back to SJD or Cabo SeaCreatures.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

If you are arriving on the same day you are boarding, go straight to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas. Check in, drop off your luggage, and enjoy the rest of your day. We recommend diving or snorkeling with SeeCreatures. Please return by 4:30pm for your transfer to La Paz. Sea of Cortez trips board and return to La Paz with an included transfer to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas, or SJD Airport. We are usually back in port by 8 am. Disembarking by 8:30 am after breakfast. It’s a 2-1/2 hour transfer to SJD. For that reason we recommend booking your outward flight 12:30 pm or later.

Sea of Cortez Classic7 nights · 20 dives
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    Day 1

    Meet at SeeCreatures Cabo for 4:30 pm. Board and set sail up the beautiful coast of Baja California. Our destination, the sheltered waters and outer Islands of Magdalena Bay sardine run.

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    Day 2

    Begin with 3 dives south end of Margarita Island, including sea lions and the remains of a steamship that sunk in the early 1900’s.

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    Day 3

    Days 3 – 6 Let’s find some bait balls and get in the water with striped marlin! This is a cooperative eco-tourism program with local pangas and highly knowledgeable captains. Nobody does a better job at finding bait balls than Captain G and his family and friends. Spend as much or as little time as you want on the water each day. The more time, the more striped marlin encounters. Scuba diving is definitely on the agenda on this trip. Magdalena Bay is loaded with life this time of year, and aside from the marlin, you might also spot whales, dolphins, turtles, sharks and sea lions. Don’t forget to check out the mangroves and gorgeous sand dunes. We will have kayaks and SUPs ready for you.

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    Day 4
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    Day 5
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    Day 6
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    Day 7

    Last day at Magdalena Bay. End with 3 more dives including the wreck of a WW1 submarine and more sea lions!

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    Day 8

    8:30am, enjoy one more breakfast before disembarking at SeeCreatures Cabo.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

 

Sea of Cortez - Loreto Great Circle7 nights · 20 dives
  1. 1
    Day 1

    Meet at SeeCreatures San Jose del Cabo, coach transfer to La Paz Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

  2. 2
    Day 2

    First day at sea, warm-up dive at Cerralvo Island and La Reyna.

  3. 3
    Day 3

    Exploring the Sea of Cortez with diving, snorkeling, kayaking, beach time, hiking, and wildlife encounters. Up to 4 dives daily, with visits to Isla Las Animas, Espiritu Santo, Loreto National Park, and nearby islands.

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    Day 4
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    Day 7
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    Day 8

    Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon! Breakfast and disembark by 08:30 am. Complimentary transfer back to SJD or Cabo SeaCreatures.

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

If you are arriving on the same day you are boarding, go straight to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas. Check in, drop off your luggage, and enjoy the rest of your day. We recommend diving or snorkeling with SeeCreatures. Please return by 4:30pm for your transfer to La Paz. Sea of Cortez trips board and return to La Paz with an included transfer to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas, or SJD Airport. We are usually back in port by 8 am. Disembarking by 8:30 am after breakfast. It’s a 2-1/2 hour transfer to SJD. For that reason we recommend booking your outward flight 12:30 pm or later.

Ultimate Whale Sharks. Sea of Cortez Adventures7 nights · 3 dives
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    Fly into Los Cabos (SJD). No problem to fly in the same day you are boarding your ship or fly in early and take advantage of some day boat adventures or complimentary photo and video workshop. This is a GREAT time of year to dive Gordo Banks. Boarding Day Please check in at SeeCreatures Cabo by 4:30 pm for your coach transfer to La Paz, where our hosties will be waiting for you on the back deck with trays of margaritas and champagne, dinner on the stove and departure for the Sea of Cortez. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

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    Every day will be different and your captain and dive guides will update your itinerary to maximize animal and diving encounters and minimize any challenges with weather. One of the nicest things about this time of year is that the seas are generally very calm without any motion aboard our heavy steel stabilized ships. You can expect to visit Las Animas, Isla San Ildefonso, San Pedro Martir, and Bahia de Los Angeles. We will spend the last day at sea search for pilot whales, dolphins and other big critters around our secret hot spot near Mulege. We will be supported by our spotter airplane, maximizing our animal encounters.

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    Morning breakfast. Disembark at 8:30 am in La Paz. A complimentary transfer back to either SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas or SJD Airport. Unfortunately, our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

If you are arriving on the same day you are boarding, go straight to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas. Check in, drop off your luggage, and enjoy the rest of your day. We recommend diving or snorkeling with SeeCreatures. Please return by 4:30pm for your transfer to La Paz. Sea of Cortez trips board and return to La Paz with an included transfer to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas, or SJD Airport. We are usually back in port by 8 am. Disembarking by 8:30 am after breakfast. It’s a 2-1/2 hour transfer to SJD. For that reason we recommend booking your outward flight 12:30 pm or later.

Mobula and Orca adventures7 nights · 3 dives
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    Day 1

    Check in at SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas any time during the day and leave your luggage. A complimentary photo session is available at 1:00 pm for those who wish to join. Please return by 4:30 pm for the included transfer to La Paz, where boarding takes place and refreshments are served. This itinerary focuses mainly on snorkeling and freediving, although scuba diving is possible with personal gear or rented equipment. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseeable factors

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    The schedule is flexible and based on wildlife activity. The crew selects the best areas for encounters with mobulas, whale sharks, blue whales, dolphins and, when possible, orcas. Morning or midday departures are common once winds settle, followed by additional outings in the afternoon. The support boat remains available until dusk, ensuring extended time in the water. Guests are free to rest onboard at any time, enjoying the sundeck, hot tub, kayaks or paddleboards. Night snorkeling with mobulas may be offered in sheltered bays.

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    Breakfast on board. Disembark in La Paz at 8:30 am with complimentary transfer back to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas or SJD Airport. Unfortunately, our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. Currently, PADI travel is unable to offer DAN insurance as part of this package. Please reach out to a Scuba & Travel expert with any questions.

Getting there

Trip check-in takes place at SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas at 4:30 pm, followed by a complimentary transfer to La Paz and boarding of the vessel. Hostesses will be on board to welcome guests with refreshments. The trip ends in La Paz at 8:30 am, with a complimentary transfer provided to either SJD Airport or Cabo San Lucas. Guests arriving on the same day should proceed directly to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas for check-in and luggage drop-off. Activities such as diving or snorkeling with SeeCreatures are recommended before the 4:30 pm transfer to La Paz. Sea of Cortez itineraries board and disembark in La Paz, with an included transfer to SeeCreatures Cabo San Lucas or SJD Airport. The vessel typically arrives back in port by 8:00 am, with disembarkation at 8:30 am after breakfast. Transfer time to SJD is approximately 2.5 hours; outbound flights should be booked for 12:30 pm or later.

What's included

  • ✓ Free dive insurance from Diviac
  • ✓ Meals, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages including sodas, tea, coffee, hot chocolate
  • ✓ Aluminum 80 tanks, weight belts
  • ✓ 3-4 divemasters on board; In-water divemastering and dive guiding with local experts is also included
  • ✓ The original 11% IVA tax
  • ✓ Daily room service and nightly turndown.
  • ✓ Use of sea kayaks (except Guadalupe great white shark cage diving trips)
  • ✓ Marine ID presentations, zodiac kayaking instruction (except white shark trips)
  • ✓ Towels, bathrobe
  • ✓ Free 1 year Premium membership for diviac's logbook (Value of USD 15)
  • ✓ Weight Belt/Weights/Tank(s)
  • ✓ Water
  • ✓ Tea
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Juices
  • ✓ Snacks between meals and after dives
  • ✓ Soft drinks
  • ✓ Dive guides
  • ✓ Kayak usage
  • ✓ Nautilus lifeline
  • ✓ Transfer to/from dive center in Cabo San Lucas to the boat
  • ✓ 3-4 divemasters on board; In-water divemastering and dive guiding with local experts
  • ✓ Use of sea kayaks
  • ✕ Alcoholic baverages
  • ✕ 5% increased of Mexican VAT not shown, but will be automatically added at check-out.
  • ✕ 100 cu. ft. steel tanks (16 lbs more negative than an aluminum 80).
  • ✕ Equipment rental
  • ✕ Nitrox, argon, gas mixes
  • ✕ Airport transfers for Soccoro trips of USD 25 with partner company
  • ✕ Gift shop purchases
  • ✕ Port Fee USD 65.00 per person (payable in cash onboard)
  • ✕ Crew Gratuities: commonly 10% of trip price.
  • ✕ Fuel prices can be extremely volatile. Nautilus Explorer reserve the right to add a fuel surcharge if the price of diesel goes over a certain price point.
  • ✕ Wifi is an additional cost of USD100 per device
  • ✕ Rebreather support including zorb and specialized tank rentals (Limited supply on a first come first serve basis)
  • ✕ Offset your carbon emissions & preserve reef biodiversity with the SeaGrass Grow Program
  • ✕ Transfer from the airport (on departure day)
  • ✕ Alcohol
  • ✕ Dive Insurance (Not provided from PADI Travel)
  • ✕ Harbour fees
  • ✕ Nitrox
  • ✕ Alcoholic baverage

Marine life

Whitetip reef sharkHammerhead sharkWhale sharkEagle rayManta rayHumpback whaleDolphinsMobulaBarracudaBlacktip reef sharkSea lionTunaHawksbill turtlePilot whale

Facilities & amenities

Wi-Fi ($)Nitrox ($)Rental Equipment ($)

Reviews · 3

★ 53 guest reviews

★ 5 · James Green · 2023-01-02

Excellent week of new friends, diving, and a well-run boat. The Socorro Islands and National Park was full of life and seemed very balanced and natural. I highly recommend this trip and dive company.

★ 5 · Martin Holroyd · 2023-01-02

Best dive trip so far.

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