Baja Expeditions - Scuba Diving

Live Aboard Diving In The Sea of Cortez

We'll stop at some of the best dive sites in the area that have earned the Sea of Cortez its world-famous reputation for diving excellence on this 8-day live-aboard trip.

Each day brings new surprises in what Cousteau called “the world's aquarium.” Dive into this giant "fish tank" and you'll share the Sea of Cortez with hundreds of fascinating marine species—including scads, grunts, sergeant majors, machetes, and Mexican barracudas. During some seasons you may find pods of pilot whales and dolphins, jumping mobulas, and with luck— perhaps even rarely seen orcas or sperm whales.

Live-aboard means flexibility, range and optimum diving time that day boats can’t match. Comfortable accommodations and superb meals await you aboard our 80’ Don Jose. It comfortably accommodates up to 16 passengers in seven above-deck cabins, each with a changing area, storage closet, adjacent shower and head, plus a sink in most. Air conditioning is available at night in each cabin. With a convenient swim step, storage lockers, DVD and VHS video system and a natural history library for your perusal, this vessel will make your adventure a true pleasure.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are freshly prepared by our onboard cooks. Each evening, you'll also enjoy our famous Don Jose-style happy hour as you witness some of the world's most memorable sunsets.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 ~ Arrive in La Paz, Mexico

Arrive in La Paz and transfer to the Marina Don Jose to meet your dive master and check into the Don Jose. Spend the rest of the day exploring the colorful city of La Paz on your own before spending the night dockside on board the Don Jose. (No meals)

Day 2 - 6 ~ Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California)

For five full days our experienced crew will take you to some of the best dive sites in the Sea of Cortez. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005, it ranks as the second most diverse marine body in the world. With up to 4 dives per day your guides will enhance your appreciation for this remarkable ecosystem. One-third of all the world’s whale and dolphin species either live or migrate here. The region also serves as a breeding ground for sea lions, marine turtles and some 500 fish species. In addition to El Bajo (where late in the season we might also find schooling hammerheads), we'll visit Salvatierra, Cerralvo and Los Islotes—where graceful sea lions may cross our watery path. We’ll visit Las Animas, with its myriad of gorgonian corals—and San Diego Reef, where schooling jacks can number in the thousands. The daily itinerary depends on the groups' experience, weather conditions, and other variables. (B/L/D daily)

Day 7~ Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California) to La Paz

After a morning dive to savor the last moments of this incredible getaway, it's time to say goodbye. We return to La Paz, having lunch en route, and transfer you to the Hotel Los Arcos. (B/L)

Day 8 ~ La Paz to your home city

Depart to your home city. (No meals)

This is a general itinerary and subject to change without previous notice .

Hotel on night 7 and transfers to and from the airport in La Paz are included in the trip fee.

Trip Fee:

2008: Deluxe: $1,750 / Standard $1,550

2009: Deluxe: $1,795 / Standard $1,595

Prices are per person in double ocuppancy.

Includes:

Deluxe or standard shipboard accommodations on days 1-6; B/L/D on Days 2-6; B/L on Day 7, hotel on night 7. Beer, soda and wine while shipboard; Dive tanks, weights and belts; transfer from airport to the Don Jose on Day 1. Services of knowledgeable guides and caring crew members; detailed pre-departure information to help you plan your trip.

Trip Dates:

Dates	Availability
June 7 - June 14, 2009	Available
June 14 - June 21, 2009	Available
June 21 - June 28, 2009	Available
June 28 - July 5, 2009	Available
July 5 - July 12, 2009	Available
July 12 - July 19, 2009	Available
July 19 - July 26, 2009	Sold Out
July 26 - August 2, 2009	Available
August 2 - August 9, 2009	Available
August 9 - August 16, 2009	Sold Out
August 16 - August 23, 2009	Available
August 23 - August 30, 2009	Available
August 30 - September 6, 2009	Available
September 6 - September 13, 2009	Available
September 13 - September 20, 2009	Sold Out
September 20 - September 27, 2009	Available
September 27 - October 4, 2009	Sold Out
October 4 - October 11, 2009	Available
October 11 - October 18, 2009	Sold Out
October 18 - October 25, 2009	Available
October 25 - November 1, 2009	Available
November 1 - November 8, 2009	Available
November 8 - November 15, 2009	Available
November 7 - November 14, 2010	Available