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Highlights

  • The Quino El Guardian is a custom built for scuba diving and scientific research

  • Dive with humpbacks, dolphins and friendly mantas, relax in the afternoon before you take part in a shark observation night dive, then enjoy complimentary beer and wine back on board

  • Three 3 incredible itineraries take in top dive sites across Socorro and the Sea of Cortez, the latter of which was called the 'World's Aquarium' by Jacques Cousteau

  • All dives are done from inflatable pangs with captains and sturdy ladders

  • The Quino El Guardian is a custom built for scuba diving and scientific research

  • Dive with humpbacks, dolphins and friendly mantas, relax in the afternoon before you take part in a shark observation night dive, then enjoy complimentary beer and wine back on board

  • Three 3 incredible itineraries take in top dive sites across Socorro and the Sea of Cortez, the latter of which was called the 'World's Aquarium' by Jacques Cousteau

Description

The Quino el Guardian liveaboard is 90 ft long with a 25 ft beam, Quino holds room for 16 passengers with additional space for two of the group leaders in the crew quarters. 5 cabins: 4 cabins with 4 beds, each with with privacy curtains and a storage drawer for each guest. There is one cabin with 2 bunks that sleeps 2. There is air con throughout for everyone’s comfort. There are 4 spacious community bathrooms equipped with full size showers. Social areas include the indoor salon with comfortable sofas, TV and computer table. All meals and snacks are included. Start the day early with a continental breakfast with bagels, toast, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereals, fresh juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. After your first dive you will enjoy an American style breakfast consisting of items such as pancakes, waffles, eggs, breakfast meats, and potatoes. After your second dive you will come back to a hearty lunch that starts with a home-made soup followed by a plated meal such with fish, beef or chicken, fresh vegetables, home-made pasta salads, burgers, fish tacos, and more. In the mid afternoon our chef will prepare a lovely snack with items such as mini sandwiches, sliced cheese and meats, nachos, guacamole, etc. You will end your day with a wonderful, three course dinner that starts with a salad, a main course with seafood, beef, chicken or pork cooked with savory spices, paired with vegetables, pastas and potatoes. Desserts are a sweet surprise made fresh daily.Beers and wines are included. In between dives, guests can relax on the large partially shaded sundeck with lawn chairs. The Quino el Guardian liveaboard offers divers the choice of three itineraries, depending on the time of year. The Socorro Islands, which is known for being home to the world's friendliest manta rays, humpback whales and pods of dolphins, the Sea of Cortez, where you can dive untouched walls with abundant marine life and the chance to spot whales and whale sharks, and the final itinerary is Baja California, where divers will explore this amazing region which includes Cabo Pulmo, touted by Jacques Cousteau as ‘the aquarium of the sea’. Diving takes place from the huge dive deck, which is well organised for gear storage and has spacious camera tables.
The Quino el Guardian liveaboard is 90 ft long with a 25 ft beam, Quino holds room for 16 passengers with additional space for two of the group leaders in the crew quarters. 5 cabins: 4 cabins with 4 beds, each with with privacy curtains and a storage drawer for each gu...

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What's included

Free den logo Insurance
Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, VAT.

Required Extras

Dive Insurance, National Park Fees (75 USD per day).

Optional Extras

Gratuities, Nitrox, Nitrox Course (245 USD), Rental Gear.

Booking

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Confirmation

You only need to pay 48hrs after your booking is confirmed

Payment options

No Credit Card Or Booking Fees

Payment

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 30%
  • 90 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation

  • Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation
  • If you cancel more than 91 days before the start of the trip you will lose 30% of your total booking
  • 100% if you cancel within 90 days of your trip

Accomodation options

Boat facilities

Liveaboard Facilities:
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Non-smoking Rooms
  • En-suite Bathrooms
  • Warm-water Showers
Food & Beverage:
  • Local Food
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan Options
  • Snacks all Day
Safety:
  • Life Jackets
  • Life Rafts
  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • First Aid Kits
Diving & Photo:
  • Camera & Photography Station
  • Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
  • Charging Stations
  • Tanks with Int (Yoke) Valves

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