Dive the Best Sites of the Sea of ​​Cortez!

Why We Love It

In November, join other reef-friendly divers and dive in the Sea of Cortez, one of the best places in Mexico! In this World Heritage Site, you'll get to see friendly sea lions, some schooling Mobula rays, some whale sharks, huge schools of sardines, and even some hammerhead sharks! We love the excellent value of this liveaboard and its friendly team. There are plenty of shared spaces onboard, and all the cabins are located on the main deck.

Conservation

The liveaboard regularly invites onboard scientists working to protect manta rays and other pelagic species.

Who Is It For?

For divers of all levels who want to experience the rich marine life of the Sea of Cortez with few tourists, non-divers are also welcome.

Prices and Dates

Dive Briefing!

Marine Life

• Off La Paz, the dive sites are famous for their whale shark sightings, some Mobula rays passing by in big groups - including on night dives, their playful sea lions, and huge schools of pelagic fish (jacks, tuna, sardines)!
• Dolphins and hammerhead sharks are also sighted.
• There are plenty of critters to observe: nudibranchs, crabs, shrimp, snails, and more.

Dive Conditions

• Season: You can dive year-round, with an abundance of species between July and November
• Currents: little to medium
• Visibility: 15 to 30 m (50 to 98 ft)
• Water Temperature: 22° to 28°C (72° to 82°F) June to November.
• Depth: shallow and deep dives

Dive Sites

• You will dive all along your trip, even on the last day
• Sites you may visit (depending on the itinerary) are La Paz Bay, Swanee Reef, Fang Ming, San Francisquito, Los Islotes, La Reina, Punta Lobos, and El Bajo.

The Team

• Dive operator in the area since 2000
• Boat renovated in 2013
• Languages spoken: English, Spanish
• Nitrox course available on board with an additional fee
• Maximum 6 divers per guide

Safety Information

• Equipment Recommended: A 5 mm wetsuit, a hood, and the usual dive equipment
• Insurance: Both dive insurance and travel insurance are mandatory. We recommend DAN Europe which has plans to cover both - ask us for a quote.
• Nearest Hyperbaric Chamber: La Paz, Mexico

Visas, Flights, and More!

Visa Requirements

• Many countries’ residents do not require a visa to stay in Mexico for up to 180 days.
• Please check the current visa policy that applies for your country on Mexico's Ministry of Tourism website.

How to Get There

• The trip starts on the first day in La Paz, where guests must check in between 19:00 and 23:00. The liveaboard will be at La Paz Malecon, on the dock in front of Hotel La Perla.
• International flights arrive in La Paz, (LAP), Mexico.
• On the last day, you'll disembark the ship around 16:00 at Marina Palmira, La Paz.
• Spend one night in La Paz before flying as there will be two dives on the last day.

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• Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, a rash guard, a sweater or light-weight jacket, and some comfortable walking shoes.