Nautilus Gallant Lady

Location: Mexico

Rating: 4.5/5 (31 reviews)

Nautilus Gallant Lady

About Nautilus Gallant Lady

Embark on an extraordinary diving adventure through Mexico's vibrant Sea of Cortez aboard the Nautilus Gallant Lady, a luxurious yacht designed for intimate encounters with incredible marine life.

The Sea of Cortez, famously dubbed 'the aquarium of the world' by Jacques Cousteau, is a diver's paradise teeming with an astonishing diversity of marine life. This biodiverse region, nestled between the Baja California Peninsula and the Mexican mainland, offers crystal-clear waters and nutrient-rich currents that attract everything from tiny nudibranchs to colossal whale sharks. Exploring these pristine underwater landscapes, the Nautilus Gallant Lady provides unparalleled access to two distinct and equally captivating diving destinations: the northern Sea of Cortez and the vibrant Cabo Pulmo Marine Park. Your diving experience aboard the Nautilus Gallant Lady is meticulously crafted for both excitement and comfort. The vessel is equipped with a dedicated dive deck, ensuring a smooth and organized preparation for each immersion. While specific details on tender boats and group sizes are not provided, the emphasis on personalized service suggests a well-supported diving operation. Nitrox is available for those seeking extended bottom times, and the crew is experienced in guiding divers to the most spectacular sites. Whether you're seeking encounters with the largest aggregation of whale sharks in the Sea of Cortez or the thriving reef ecosystems of Cabo Pulmo, each dive promises unforgettable moments. Life on board the Nautilus Gallant Lady is designed for relaxation and luxury. With accommodations for just 16 guests, the yacht offers an intimate atmosphere. Cabins, located on both the lower and main decks, feature individually controlled air conditioning, comfortable California King or double beds, ample storage, and private en-suite bathrooms. Beyond the private sanctuaries, guests can unwind in various social spaces. The sky lounge on the top deck, complete with a hot tub, is an ideal spot for evening cocktails and stargazing. A spacious sundeck invites sunbathing and relaxation between dives, while the main salon and dining room boast wrap-around views and a fully stocked bar, perfect for sharing stories of the day's adventures. Culinary delights are a highlight of any voyage on the Nautilus Gallant Lady. The onboard chef masterfully prepares a fusion of fresh Mexican and West Coast North American cuisine, ensuring a diverse and flavorful dining experience. Meals are served buffet-style, offering a variety of options to suit different palates. The crew is adept at accommodating various dietary requirements, including vegetarian and vegan preferences, provided advance notice is given. Complimentary soft drinks, tea, and coffee are always available, alongside welcome cocktails and snacks throughout the day, ensuring guests are well-nourished and refreshed. This luxurious liveaboard, measuring 116 feet in length with a 22-foot beam, is powered by Caterpillar engines, ensuring reliable journeys to remote dive sites. While the year built is not specified, her capacity for just 12 guests across 6 cabins speaks to a focus on exclusive and personalized service. The vessel is custom-built for diving, integrating thoughtful design with practical functionality to enhance the underwater exploration experience. For those seeking an exceptional blend of luxury accommodation, gourmet dining, and world-class diving in one of the planet's most vibrant marine environments, the Nautilus Gallant Lady is an ideal choice. Her itineraries cater to a range of interests, from thrilling encounters with large pelagics to exploring rich reef ecosystems, making her perfect for discerning divers and snorkelers alike.

Vessel Specifications

Cabins

Itineraries

Sea of Cortez Diving

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights

Embarkation: Cabo San Lucas

Jacques Cousteau's 'Aquarium of the World': Liveaboard diving through the Gulf of California with sea lion colonies at Los Islotes, pelagic action at Gordo Banks Seamount, schools of hammerheads at El Bajo, and colorful reefs around Espíritu Santo and Cerralvo.

Ocean Safari: Mobulas, Whales, and even Orcas (Cabo San Lucas - La Paz)

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Embarkation: La Paz

This expedition in the Sea of Cortez is primarily focused on snorkeling and freediving with incredible marine megafauna. The trip is timed to coincide with the presence of massive schools of mobula rays and offers a chance to see orcas, which frequent the area. The itinerary is flexible, allowing the expert crew to follow wildlife sightings, which may also include humpback whales, whale sharks, and dolphins. While surface encounters are the main goal, the trip includes a few opportunities for sc

Baja Ultimate Whales

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

Embarkation: San Carlos

A unique bucket-list experience in Baja California: combines encounters with gray whales and their calves in Magdalena Bay with snorkeling alongside mobula ray schools, mako and blue sharks, as well as searching for whale sharks and orcas in the Sea of Cortez. Strictly a snorkel and free-dive expedition, no scuba.

Mexico Sardine Run & Magdalena Bay

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights

Embarkation: San Carlos

The Mexican answer to the South African Sardine Run: dense sardine bait balls off Magdalena Bay, hunted by marlins, sea lions, Mahi Mahi, and dolphins—combined with the world-famous friendly gray whale encounters in the lagoon. A pure snorkeling and free-diving expedition.

Ultimate Combo - Mobulas, Orcas and Whale Sharks (Cabo - La Paz)

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Embarkation: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

This expedition through the Sea of Cortez focuses on encounters with large marine animals, from mobula rays to orcas. The trip is highly flexible, using a spotter aircraft and a network of local contacts to find the best wildlife action. Guests can expect opportunities to interact with sea lions, dolphins, and potentially various whale species. The itinerary also includes about 27 dives on local sites and special night encounters with mobula rays.

Sea of Cortez (Cabo San Lucas - Cabo San Lucas)

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Embarkation: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

This 6-day expedition through the Sea of Cortez offers a blend of diving and diverse eco-adventures for up to 12 guests. The trip is suitable for all experience levels, with options for guided dives, independent exploration for certified divers, and introductory scuba experiences. The itinerary remains flexible to maximize wildlife encounters, guided by a spotter plane. Besides diving, guests can enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and guided hikes with naturalist experts.

Sea of Cortez Get-Aways (Cabo - Cabo)

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Embarkation: Cabo

This 6-day round-trip from Cabo explores the rich marine environments of the Sea of Cortez. The itinerary is designed to maximize diving opportunities at renowned sites like Las Animas, La Reyna, and El bajo Los Islotes. Guests will complete around 15 dives, including night dives, with chances to see sea lions, shipwrecks, and potentially giant mantas. The trip also offers a variety of other water sports and shore activities in a region known for its calm seas and excellent visibility during thi

Ultimate Whale Sharks in the Sea of Cortez (Cabo San Lucas - La Paz)

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Embarkation: Cabo San Lucas

This voyage presents an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a vast seasonal congregation of whale sharks within the Sea of Cortez. The journey encompasses approximately 15 dives along with a dedicated full day for whale shark snorkeling in Bahia de Los Angeles, a secluded bay frequently hosting as many as 220 individual sharks. A spotter plane assists in pinpointing marine life, potentially including orcas, pilot whales, and sperm whales. The schedule remains adaptable, shifting daily to opt