Destination: SEA OF CORTEZ & SOCORRO
Sea of Cortez (6-nights / Aug-Nov) & Socorro (8-nights / ANov - May) | From $231++/night
M/Y Cassiopeia Quick Pitch
The 5-star diving safari liveaboard, M/Y Cassiopeia, was constructed with extensive expertise, prioritizing comfort and safety as key features. The vessel boasts ample space and a massive sun deck, ensuring guests never feel cramped during their week-long adventure.
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Dive Overview
The Sea of Cortez and Socorro are both popular scuba diving destinations located in Mexico.
The Sea of Cortez, also known as the Gulf of California, is a UNESCO World Heritage site that boasts a diverse marine ecosystem. It is home to over 5,000 species of marine animals, including whale sharks, sea lions, manta rays, hammerhead sharks, and many more. The Sea of Cortez is known for its clear water, abundant marine life, and unique geological formations, making it a favorite among scuba divers and snorkelers.
Socorro, on the other hand, is an archipelago located in the Pacific Ocean, about 250 miles off the coast of Cabo San Lucas. It is known for its large marine animals, including whale sharks, humpback whales, dolphins, and several species of sharks, including the famous giant oceanic manta ray. Socorro diving is known for its strong currents and deep waters, which can make it challenging for novice divers, but exhilarating for experienced ones.
Accommodations
Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos
M/Y CASSIOPEIA Accommodation Overview
The M/Y Cassiopeia offers three types of accommodations: 1 Master Cabin (queen bed), 11 Deluxe Cabins (twin beds) and 2 Combi Cabins (one queen, or twin beds) Each room can comfortably accommodate up to two guests. Each room is equipped with complete air-conditioning, an en-suite bathroom containing a hot-water shower, sink, and toilet, and all guests are supplied with fresh bed sheets and towels.
General Facilities
M/Y CASSIOPEIA Boat Features
- Sun deck with deck chairs and cushioned seats
- Covered deck for resting and chatting
- Salon equipped with an LCD TV, VCR, DVD and CD player
M/Y CASSIOPEIA dive facilities
- Dive deck
- Dive platform
- 2 x hand held showers on the platform
- A bathroom with shower and marine head leads directly off the dive deck
- Tanks: 20x 12l aluminium and 10x15l steel tanks
- 2 x zodiacs each equipped with a 40HP engine
- Rental Equipment
- Nitrox (surcharge)
Schedule, Rates & Availability
The actual rates are based in EUR. The starting price indicated above may vary based on the current exchange rate.
INCLUSIONS
- Cabin accomodation in double occupancy
- Experienced English-speaking dive masters
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, Snacks
- Beer and Wine in moderate quantities after diving is over
- Drinking water and soft drinks
- Standard air tanks, weights and weight belts
- Sales tax on cruise price
- Socorro trips: Transfer from Hotels in San José del Cabo (SJD) to Boat and Boat to Hotel / Airport
- Sea of Cortez Trips: Transfer from La Paz hotels to the Boat, and Boat to hotel/airport.
EXCLUSIONS
- National park & dock fee on 8 night Socorro/Revillagigedo trips (USD $570/pp - 2023 fares – cash only)
- National park & dock fee on Sea of Cortez trips (USD $78/pp - 2023 fares)
- Crew Gratuities
- Flights
- Hotel nights before / after the cruise
- Fuel Surcharges – In case of a variation of fuel pricing may apply without further notice.
RATES & AVAILABILITY
For more information on departure dates, rates, and availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at +1-310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!
Dive Information & Destinations
Revillagigedo Cassiopeia OVERVIEW
Embark on the ultimate adventure and submerge into the pristine waters of Socorro Island and Revillagigedo aboard Cassiopia. Our liveaboard excursions provide a unique opportunity to explore some of the most diverse and unspoiled diving spots in the world, with top-notch vessels and a seasoned crew.
Socorro Island and Revillagigedo offer a diver's utopia, teeming with marine life such as gigantic manta rays, hammerhead and whale sharks, and much more. With our liveaboard trips, you can delve into these remote and immaculate locations, accompanied by a skilled and well-informed crew who will lead you through the underwater realm.
REVILLAGIGEDO CASSIOPEIA SAMPLE ITINERARY
- Day 1 - Pickup begins at 09:00 from guest hotels. Boarding at 10:00 and departure. Onboard briefing.
- Day 2 - Arrival at San Benedicto Island, 3 dives at El Cañon
- Day 3 - 3-4 dives at The Boiler. Departure to Socorro Island
- Day 4 - 3-4 dives at Cabo Pearce. Check-in with the Mexican Navy outpost
- Day 5 - 3-4 dives at Socorro Island, sites can be. El Acuario or Roca O’Neal. Sailing to Roca Partida
- Day 6 - 3-4 dives at Roca Partida. Sailing to San Benedicto Island
- Day 7 - 3-4 dives at El Boiler or El Cañón. Sail back to Los Cabos
- Day 8 - Revillagigedo to Los Cabos sailing.. Late night arrival, night stay onboard.
- Day 9 - 08:00 Deboarding.. Shuttle to San José del Cabo Hotel or Airport
AMAZING SEA OF CORTEZ OVERVIEW
The Sea of Cortez, which is encompassed by numerous islands, peaks, and stones, is regarded as a top-tier diving spot worldwide. Jacques Cousteau dubbed it the "World's Aquarium," where a diverse range of marine life can be observed, including friendly sea lions, fish schools, invertebrates, whale sharks, and mantas and rays of various dimensions.
Some of the most notable attractions include colonies of sea lions, Las Ánimas, El Bajo Seamounts, Cerralvo Island, and the occasional sightings of giant mantas, hammerhead sharks, and sea lions during specific seasons.
AMAZING SEA OF CORTEZ SAMPLE ITINERARY
- Day 1 - Pickup from La Paz hotels, 20:00 boarding at Marina Cantamar La Paz
- Day 2 - 3 Dives in San Francisquito
- Day 3 - 3 Dives at Las Ánimas + 1 Night Dive
- Day 4 - 3 Dives at Las Ánimas Sealion Colony
- Day 5 - 3 Dives at El Bajo (Marisla Seamounts)
- Day 6 - 3 Dives at La Reina and La Reinita (close to Jacques Cousteau Island)
- Day 7 - 08:00 Deboarding at Marina Cantamar La Paz - end of services. Shuttle to La Paz hotels or airport
Other Information
Boat Specifications
- Beam: 8 metres
- Engine: 2x MAN diesel 1150HP each
- Generator: 2x Mercedes 80Kw silent generators
- Fresh water: 18 tons plus desalination device (2 tons/day)
- Fuel: 30 tons
- Electricity: 220v in every cabin and in the salon
- Navigation: Compass, GPS, depth sounder, VHF, radio, radar, EPIRB
- Safety: 2x life rafts, 40x life jackets, 2x50L emergency Oxygen, medic First Aid kit, 8x fire extinguishers, Satellite telephone, life bouys, NAUTILUS Lifeline radio safety system
- Extra: Nitrox charging, Nitrox Membrane system (up to 32% O2)
Practical Information
- Time Zone: UTC-6
- Local Currency: MXN (Mexican Peso)
- Language Spoken: English & Spanish
- Electricity: 110 V
- Payment Onboard: US, Mexican and European currency, and Credit Cards
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