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Embark on a captivating journey through the Sea of Cortez, departing and returning to the vibrant shores of Cabo. This five-night adventure explores renowned sites like Las Animas and La Reyna, where the waters are often calm and exceptionally clear during the peak season. Divers can expect a mix of volcanic underwater landscapes and rich biodiversity, including playful sea lion colonies and potential megafauna encounters. The itinerary is designed to showcase the best of Baja California Sur with a blend of diving and coastal exploration.

Regiões nesta rota

CaboCortez SeeNiederkalifornienCabo San LucasLa PazSan Jose Del Cabo

Destaques

Cabo

The gateway to the Sea of Cortez, this region offers dramatic granite rock formations and deep underwater canyons where the Pacific meets the Gulf. It is a transition zone rich in nutrients.

Granite rock formations
Pacific-Gulf confluence

Cortez-See

Often called the 'World's Aquarium,' this sheltered body of water features calm conditions and extraordinary biodiversity across its many islands and seamounts.

Calm sea conditions
High biodiversity

La Paz

Renowned for its proximity to Los Islotes and La Reyna, this area is a hotspot for sea lion interactions and seasonal sightings of large rays and schooling pelagics.

Sea lion colony
Pelagic encounters

Las Animas

A remote pinnacle that rises from the depths, attracting massive schools of jacks and providing a habitat for diverse reef fish amidst strong currents.

Deep water pinnacle
Schooling jacks

Requisitos

CertificaçãoOpen-Water
ExperiênciaNo minimum number of logged dives is required for this trip.

Passeios em terra

Guided coastal hikes and shore walks along the desert island landscapes.
Kayaking and paddleboarding excursions in calm, sheltered bays.
Beach relaxation time on the remote shores of the Baja peninsula.

Bom saber

The final dive occurs on the second-to-last day of the cruise.
A 24-hour surface interval is recommended before flying after the last dive.
Water temperatures in September typically reach the mid-80s Fahrenheit.
Visibility during peak season can range between 30 to 45 meters.

Plano dia a dia

Dia 1: Embarkation – Cabo San Lucas
Guests gather at SeeCreatures Cabo by 5:00 pm to begin the boarding process. Once settled on the vessel, the journey into the Sea of Cortez commences as dinner is served against the backdrop of a Pacific sunset.
Dia 2: Sea of Cortez – Volcanic Isles & Sea Lions
The expedition moves into the heart of the Sea of Cortez, focusing on the diverse habitats surrounding islands like Cerralvo and Espiritu Santo. These areas are characterized by rocky reefs and submerged pinnacles where visibility can reach impressive depths. The local waters are famous for resident colonies of California sea lions that often interact with visitors. Beneath the surface, the volcanic topography provides shelter for a vast array of marine life including schooling fish and moray eels.
Pontos de mergulho: Cerralvo Island, La Reyna, Las Animas, Espiritu Santo, El Bajo, Los Islotes
Dia 3: Sea of Cortez – Volcanic Isles & Sea Lions
The expedition moves into the heart of the Sea of Cortez, focusing on the diverse habitats surrounding islands like Cerralvo and Espiritu Santo. These areas are characterized by rocky reefs and submerged pinnacles where visibility can reach impressive depths. The local waters are famous for resident colonies of California sea lions that often interact with visitors. Beneath the surface, the volcanic topography provides shelter for a vast array of marine life including schooling fish and moray eels.
Pontos de mergulho: Cerralvo Island, La Reyna, Las Animas, Espiritu Santo, El Bajo, Los Islotes
Dia 4: Sea of Cortez – Volcanic Isles & Sea Lions
The expedition moves into the heart of the Sea of Cortez, focusing on the diverse habitats surrounding islands like Cerralvo and Espiritu Santo. These areas are characterized by rocky reefs and submerged pinnacles where visibility can reach impressive depths. The local waters are famous for resident colonies of California sea lions that often interact with visitors. Beneath the surface, the volcanic topography provides shelter for a vast array of marine life including schooling fish and moray eels.
Pontos de mergulho: Cerralvo Island, La Reyna, Las Animas, Espiritu Santo, El Bajo, Los Islotes
Dia 5: Sea of Cortez – Volcanic Isles & Sea Lions
The expedition moves into the heart of the Sea of Cortez, focusing on the diverse habitats surrounding islands like Cerralvo and Espiritu Santo. These areas are characterized by rocky reefs and submerged pinnacles where visibility can reach impressive depths. The local waters are famous for resident colonies of California sea lions that often interact with visitors. Beneath the surface, the volcanic topography provides shelter for a vast array of marine life including schooling fish and moray eels.
Pontos de mergulho: Cerralvo Island, La Reyna, Las Animas, Espiritu Santo, El Bajo, Los Islotes
Dia 6: Disembarkation – Cabo San Lucas
The voyage concludes as the ship returns to port in Cabo. Guests will disembark at 8:30 am following a final breakfast on board.

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