Quino del Mar
Liveaboard · Mexico
Brand-new custom-built liveaboard for Socorro, Sea of Cortez & Baja California expeditions
About This Vessel
Quino del Mar is a liveaboard cruising the Mexico region. It hosts up to 20 divers on board.
The Pacific waters off Mexico host a diverse marine environment, where the 36-meter Quino del Mar facilitates extensive dive expeditions. The Pacific Ocean's vast currents sweep eastward, meeting the volcanic underwater terrain of Mexico's offshore islands. This interaction forces nutrient-rich deep water toward the sunlit surface, igniting the marine food web from the bottom up. The result is an…
Upcoming Departures
Amenities & Features
Dive Area & Sites
Mexico's diving spans two dramatically different coastlines — the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean — each offering unique underwater experiences. The Socorro Islands (Revillagigedo Archipelago) in the Pacific are a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for close encounters with giant oceanic manta rays, humpback whales, schooling hammerheads, and playful dolphins. On the Caribbean side, the Yucatán Peninsula features the world's second-largest barrier reef, spectacular cenote diving through ancient freshwater cave systems with crystal-clear visibility, and the annual whale shark aggregation near Isla Holbox. Bull sharks gather in impressive numbers off Playa del Carmen from November to March, and Cozumel's drift dives along colorful walls are legendary among divers worldwide. Mexico's marine biodiversity bridges two oceans, making it one of the most versatile diving destinations on the planet.
Important Information
What's Included
All taxes and port fees · Meals
Not Included & Local Fees
Park fee set by CONANP (Comisión Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas). · 3,760 pesos/day = 22,560 pesos for 6-day trip (~$1,289 at 17.5 exchange rate).
Airport Transfers
REVILLAGIGEDO: Marina Puerto Los Cabos, San José del Cabo. Fly into SJD airport (25 min to marina). Taxis available at airport lobby (~$60 for 2 people). · SEA OF CORTEZ (Midriff Islands): Fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX). Private shuttle "Head Out To Rocky Point" picks up at 1pm, arrives by 5:30pm. Return pickup at 7:30am, airport by noon. $175/person round-trip.
Insurance Recommendation
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Medical Form Required
A valid dive medical certificate is required for all guests on this vessel. The medical form must be signed by a licensed physician and confirm fitness for diving. Please upload your medical certificate when managing your booking.
Tourist Card / Visa
All non-Mexican passengers on Sea of Cortez/Midriff Islands trips must have an FMM (Forma Migratoria Múltiple / Mexican Tourist Card), required by the Harbor Master. · Purchase at the border for ~$35 USD (cash or card). Bring $3-5 extra if paying cash.
Rental Gear
BCDs (size required): $75/trip · Regulators: $75/trip
Accommodation
Convertible
Twin/King • Lower Deck
Cabins 7 and 8 offer flexible sleeping arrangements, featuring two individual twin beds that can be seamlessly converted into a spacious king-sized bed. Each of these cabins includes a private, attached bathroom for your convenience.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Quino del Mar, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
When do I need to pay?
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
What documents will I receive?
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
How do I get to the boat?
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
What certifications do I need?
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
Vessel Technical Overview
Vessel Specifications
What guests say online
How is this overall rating calculated?
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
Guests consistently praise the Quino del Mar as a highly professional, comfortable, and luxurious liveaboard. Many highlight the exceptional crew and excellent diving experiences in Socorro, often recommending it over other vessels.
- +Professional organization and execution
- +Exceptional and accommodating crew
- +Newest and most modern vessel in Socorro
- +Very comfortable and luxurious
Based on approximately 27 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
All routes of this liveaboard
- Sea of Cortez - Southern Safari - Citizen Science · 11D/10N
- Sea of Cortez - Southern Safari · 10D/9N
- Archipielago de Revillagigedo / Socorro Island (10D9N) · 10D9N
- Sea of Cortez - Explore Baja · 11D/10N
- Sea of Cortez - Explore Baja · 14D/13N
- Sea of Cortez - Explore Baja (San Jose Del Cabo - Puerto Peñasco) · 12 nights
- Sea of Cortez - Midriff Islands · 10D/9N
- Sea of Cortez - Midriff Islands (Puerto Peñasco - Puerto Peñasco) · 8D/7N
- Socorro Islands · 11D/10N
- Sea of Cortez - Explore Baja · 10 nights
- Sea of Cortez - Explore Baja (Puerto Peñasco - San Jose Del Cabo) · 13D/12N
- Socorro Islands · 14D/13N
- Socorro Islands · 13D/12N
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