Nautilus Belle Amie, Mexico

Name: Mexico Sardine Run / Magdalena Bay (Cabo - Cabo)
Start: 2026-10-16
End: 2026-10-22
Location: Mexico

9.3 Superb

Nitrox available
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
Naturalist Guide
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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En-Suite bathrooms - Nautilus Belle Amie

“This was my most awesome liveaboard to date! ”
Sharifa E, United States

Highlights

Amenities & services comparable to a 5-Star boutique hotel
Complimentary pre-trip photography workshop available
Enhanced safety protocols in place

Custom-built for divers, the Nautilus Belle Amie ship is the largest of the Nautilus Liveaboards’ fleet. With amenities akin to a floating boutique hotel, and a reputation for offering high-level service on board, the Nautilus Belle Amie accommodates 32 guests in 17 en-suite staterooms and suites. On the lower deck are 8 twin staterooms plus one affordable triple occupancy stateroom. The main deck has 2 premium suites, and 6 superior suites are on the wheelhouse deck. Bedding in the suites can be converted to twins or doubles. All rooms also feature individually controlled air-conditioning.

On the main deck is a large salon and dining area, where a fusion of Mexican and West Coast North American food is served. All dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, food allergy options, and quasi-kosher, can be catered to with prior notice. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are buffet-style, and the evening meal is served plated buffet or family-style. There are two fully-stocked extensive bars on board, which include single malts, microbrews, and a large selection of wine. The large sun deck has space for everyone to enjoy lounging in the sun and a hot tub to warm up in-between dives or enjoy after diving with a drink and snack.

The heavy steel construction with stabilization of the Nautilus Belle Amie liveaboard means she was perfectly designed for ocean crossings to get divers to the world-class dive sites of the Socorro Islands or over to Guadalupe for up-close encounters with great white sharks. From November - June, the Socorro Islands are open to offering some of the best diving in the world. Friendly mantas, dolphins, humpback whales, pilot whales, and up to 10 species of shark are just some of the marine encounters the Socorro Islands offer. Or for those who want to get up close with great white sharks, the Guadalupe season offers from July - November each year. The large dive deck, onboard nitrox, and 3 large dive skiffs ensure an easy diving experience.

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07 Jul

11 Days / 10 Nights

$ 3,650

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8 Days / 7 Nights

$ 2,245

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$ 2,745

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31 Jul

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$ 2,200

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$ 2,645

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$ 2,545

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Included: Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Special Dinner, Diving Package, Kayaks, Stand Up Paddleboard, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.

Required Extras: 5% VAT, Dive Insurance, National Park Fees (100-192 USD per day), Port Fees (35 USD).

Optional Extras: Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, WiFi internet.

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Boat features

Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
Naturalist Guide
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Stand Up Paddleboard
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Paid Internet
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Indoor Saloon
Library
Audio & video entertainment
BBQ Area
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar
Naturalist Guide

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Fine Wines Selection
Welcome Cocktails
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
DIN Adaptors
Rebreather Support
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Sidemount Diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and Spanish.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2005

Year renovated: 2018

Length: 147 feet

Beam: 33 feet

Max guests: 32

Number of cabins: 17

Tenders: Dive skiffs: 3 x high speed large inflatables

Water capacity: Unlimited

Freshwater maker: High Capacity

Boat navigation and safety

GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Nautilus Belle Amie Reviews

9.3 Superb

Vessel

9.1
Crew

9.2
Food

9.7
Diving

9.5
Value

8.9

10 Exceptional
Lauren B
United States

Top notch diving, delicious food, amazing memories and new friends.
I had an amazing adventure and highly recommended this trip to anyone even remotely interested. I went as a solo diver and had the best time making new friends and seeing incredible sights.
Recommended for
The marine life was absolutely incredible. Hammer head sharks, dolphins, sea lions, it was an absolute dream.. The food was delicious. Every meal was superb.. Dive guides were kind and accommodating..
30 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
Gary C
United Kingdom

Exceeded expectations!!
Just off the boat diving at Socorro with Nautilus on the Belle Amie and man, it did not disappoint! Firstly, the boat and the crew were exceptional. You could never go hungry on that boat, Chef Julio cooked up a storm every day and was the happiest person. Then all the different nationalities and ages of the passengers really made the experience. We were blessed to see giant mantas in abundance, white & silver tip sharks, Galapagos and hammers. The highlight for me was the whale shark who made an appearance 8 out of 8 times at one location. If you’re on the fence about booking it, just do it.
Recommended for
The crew. The abundance of high quality food. The sea life.
06 Apr, 2026

9.2 Superb
Scott S
United States

Manta Show
Amazing manta interactions. Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable boat. Good food.
Recommended for
Diving. Service. Food.
24 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Cindy C
United States

Bravo Nautilus Belle Amie!
The trip was perfect. I felt comfortable with the staff and crew. Everyone was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. They were readily available. The room was nice with good hot showers. All of the staff was fantastic from Julio the chef to Mar and Osa, all of the Dive Masters were great, including Pascal, Enrique, Diego, Juan, etc. Ask the Captain was also fantastic. Overall, it was a great trip.
Recommended for
Whale shark siting. The food and Knowledge and professionalism of dive masters and captain. Meeting new people.
28 Jan, 2026

10 Exceptional
Boris Z
United States

Fantastic diving with a good crew
One of the best liveaboards I've been on! The crew and guides were very friendly, knowledgeable, and very good at their jobs. Socorro is an amazing destination for pelagic life and dramatic vertical wall dive sites.
Recommended for
Fantastic crew and guides. Amazing destination and ocean life. Comfortable accomodations.
02 Jan, 2026

10 Exceptional
Theres F
Austria

Simply great!
Just great !Great diving spots, wonderful team on the ship and super organized.Highly recommended!
Recommended for
Exceptional diving spots. Terrific team. Super organized.
09 Jan, 2025

Translated from German

9.6 Exceptional
Yomgma B
South Korea

Gorgeous
All those marvelous experience underwater
Recommended for
cabin condition, diving experience, friendliness
16 Apr, 2018

10 Exceptional
Ryan M
United States

Trip of a lifetime to see giant mantas!
A trip of a lifetime. Just an incredible experience. The boat was clean and very well kept. The crew was awesome. Ramon, the captain, was extremely involved and a great guy! All of the dive guides (you rotate between them every day) knew the dive sites very well and were great people. The hosts were awesome, especially Marlene with her always enthusiastic personality, were always looking to help you with every single task and waiting with drinks after each dives. The wildlife was of course always jaw dropping. We saw multiple mantas on pretty much every dive, “dancing” and “playing” with us. I will be back!
Recommended for
Amazing crew. Amazing boat. Amazing wildlife. Mantas!.
26 Dec, 2024

10 Exceptional
Scott K
United States

Great trip!
I really enjoyed the enthusiasm of the divemasters-Stein, Carlos, Nico, and Jaime were all excellent. We saw five or six mantas, hammerheads, and dolphins on one dive. The divemasters could spot them well before they came into view, and they were just as excited as we were when they found something good. Lovely trip
Recommended for
The divemasters, pelagics, Stein's presentation on mantas
21 Feb, 2024

10 Exceptional
Octavio Agustin C
United States

Unforgettable experience
See this formidable animal up close, admire its aerodynamic shape and impressive strength.
Recommended for
Food, Crew and Great White Sharks
27 Sep, 2021

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193 reviews

9.3 Superb
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8.0 Very good
Daniel X
Malta

An unforgettable diving trip that lived up to my expectations!
A great experience- energetic dives with sharks, mantas, and more. There were a few dives that were a hit and miss, but overall the experience was memorable and truly special.
Recommended for
The dives with the big pelagics. The staff. The food and boat.
27 May, 2026

9.2 Superb
pierre F
France

The best way to see the amazing oceanic mantas
When you see the mantas so close and so many times , also, a very good atmosphere on board, and every member of the crew is hundred percent dedicated to his job
Recommended for
You see the big mantas for sure, service is above my expectations and the cabin is very comfortable
23 Jun, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
Michael G
United States

Unique place with the best service
We had an unforgettable trip; Dive sites are unique and set the bar high for upcoming trips. The crew is super friendly and professional, from the captain, the instructors, the cook, the hostesses. Special mention to Martyn and Mario for making sure we are safe and having a good time. The boat is very comfortable and ideal for this type of trip.Suggestions: It would be good for the accompanying instructor to be the same during the week for the less experienced group so that we can learn more from the instructor.Dive masters do a lot of work and it would be nice if the boat had an extra employee to give them a hand
Recommended for
Unique place, boat staff, food
02 Mar, 2020

8.8 Fabulous
Binshuang L
China

Unforgettable experience! Highly recommend!
It's an incredible experience to see manta rays (also tons of sharks) up close in Nature! The whole trip is well designed and organized. The boat is well maintained and has lots of nice features that make the whole diving experience more pleasant (e.g. hot showers on the deck, plenty of room and charging outlets at the dry station).
Recommended for
friendly crew, great manta encounters, nice facilities
08 Aug, 2022

8.8 Fabulous
Timothy N
United States

I would rate this trip in the top 3 best dive destinations and crew I've had!
easy diving, good food, awesome staff. The dive safety was the best I've ever seen. Very professional staff! The crew presentations were a highlight!
Recommended for
Mantas/Dolphins. Whale Sharks. Hammerhead Sharks.
24 Feb, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Yevgeniya M
Greece

One of the best trips I’ve ever had
It was an amazing trip. The diving was incredible and the crew worked extremely hard. The dive guides (Ivan, Pascal, Nikes, Slavic and Roger) were amazing. There is a significant focus on safety of both divers and marine life. I particularly enjoyed the marine presentations in the evenings. I’m planning to come back in a couple of years. Highly recommended.
Recommended for
Dive sites. The crew. Cabins.
24 Feb, 2026

10 Exceptional
Miaio W
China

Magical mantas
3 trip with Naulitus in a year! Love the company. This is the biggest vessel yet. 32 divers was A LOT but everything systematically managed by groups so diving worked out just fine. Super nice boat that made the crossing so much smoother/easier. Very experienced, safety first and passionate crew especially guides and their energy underwater shows. Love love love them. Great diving. Life was abundant. Mexican animals are friendly just like the people. Magical manta encounters that (almost) beat my eye to eye orca interactions haha. Food was super yummy too.
Recommended for
Lovely crew, great diving, luxurious cabins
22 Feb, 2024

10 Exceptional
Kai P
Germany

once a lifetime experience
see lots of great white sharks
Recommended for
diving, crew, cabin
24 Oct, 2019

10 Exceptional
Kate K
United States

Run, don’t walk, to book this trip
The dive sites and the crew were equally outstanding. This dive company gave us the best of the best experiences. The Dive Highlights: We saw Giant mantas, dolphins, massive hammerheads, silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, tiger sharks, whitetip reef sharks, tuna, octopuses, wahoo, stingrays, skatefish, eels, and schools of fish. Never did I dream that I would literally be 2-3 ft away from hammerheads casually swimming by. The giant mantas make you feel like you are diving in a dream. The mantas are curious and seem to love an audience. They will put on a show for you. Keep in mind that patience pays off. If you don’t chase them, the mantas willingly come super close and make eye contact with you. With the exception of one day, there were four dives a day. We dived off of zodiacs, which only added to the fun. Don’t worry, there was plenty of human help getting in and out of the zodiacs, along with ladders to help you get into the zodiac after the dive. The Vessel: The Belle Amie is spacious, clean, and comfortable. Photos of the rooms and interior spaces don’t do the vessel justice. From photos, I expected the rooms to be more cramped. The double stateroom had a twin-size bed and a full bed, along with its own shower and bathroom. The boat was spacious enough for all guests to gather comfortably at one time and also steal quiet moments by yourself (outside your room). There were hot showers on the dive platform and a hot tub on the sundeck. If you get Wi-Fi, expect it to be a bit spotty. You’re 230 miles away from land. Don’t expect it to support streaming, but it was enough to provide plenty of opportunities to connect with folks at home. Food: The food was fresh, delicious, and plentiful. I was pleasantly surprised by the healthy meal choices and options. You won’t go hungry. Every day there was a continental breakfast followed by a regular hot breakfast, lunch, big afternoon snacks, and dinner with dessert. There was a wide variety of nonalcoholic beverages and libations. (You will want to eat dinner prior to boarding. There is no dinner the first night you board.) The Crew: The interior service was impeccable. Thanks, Ray! The divemasters were extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helpful. It was obvious that they want you to have the best dives and the most memorable, up close experiences with the animals. The smartest things you can do are listen to them and follow their advice. The captain made sure that we avoided storms in the area and brought us to the best dives sites. Everyone worked incredibly, incredibly hard on your behalf. Safety: On top of all this, it was clear that safety was the #1 priority of this company. The Belle Amie provided free SMBs, dive alert air horns that attached to the BCD, and Nautilus Lifeline GPS devices to every diver. There were two Zodiacs acting as spotters in the immediate vicinity anytime guests were diving. There was fire-safety equipment everywhere onboard coupled with fire-prevention policies. Summary: If you have the opportunity to join this company for the Socorro trip, do so without hesitation. You won’t regret it. I recommend this trip to everyone and I will be back to do it again.
Recommended for
The animals: Giant mantas and so many sharks. The crew was utterly outstanding. The vessel was clean, comfortable, and spacious..
02 Jan, 2026

10 Exceptional
Anna L
United States

Fantastic trip
The diving was incredible and exceeded all my expectations. I went from never having seen a manta ray to thinking "Oh, just anther manta" after a few days. The encounters were incredible-- mantas, soooo many sharks, dolphins, big schools of fish. Just stunning. The boat was lovely and the crew was spectacular on every level. I had the worst room and it was still comfortable! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for pelagic encounters, a comfortable trip with a professional staff that makes you feel right at home.
Recommended for
The diving!. Service. Crew.
22 Apr, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Amy S
United States

Belle Amie was amazing.
Great trip. Enjoyed our trip a lot. Hospitality was amazing.
Recommended for
Diving with seals and seal lions was so fun.. Staff was attentive, knowledge, and made sure we were safe at all times.. Staff was fun..
23 Sep, 2024

8.4 Very good
RUI W
China

Great Trip!
Pretty chill trip. The dive sites were not as good as Cocos island honestly, but the crew were awesome and the vessel were comforable (had good sleep every day which is not common for liveaboard). You can do 4 dives a day if you want though I mostly of the time only do 3 dives which is far than enough.
Recommended for
Comforbale Cabin. Big living room. Food/snacks/drinks all the time.
01 Jan, 2026

8.0 Very good
stephane L
France

To be done at least once in your life!!
Quite an experience! The boat is nice and well thought out, the meals of good quality and the dives breathtaking.If I have to say a negative point, I will talk about the organization of the diving groups. Clearly not by level, which forced many times to finish the dives in a small group without a guide because the guide leaves quickly with those who consume a lot. We would have appreciated a reorganization after 2 or 3 dives with groups per level.For the rest, nothing to say! I recommend this cruise without any problem!
Recommended for
The sites. The organization. The atmosphere.
08 May, 2026

Translated from French

9.2 Superb
yoonjeong C
South Korea

Ultimate whale shark on Belle Amie
This review is for the ultimate whale shark trip in the end of July. We did 15 dives and two 2.5hour snorkeling tours with whale sharks! The marine lives and corals were healthy and amazing the crew members were professional. Almost every dive, we were welcomed by sea lions! On the way back to La Paz, we also spent some time on a beautiful beach for snorkeling. Overall, it was a nice trip for anyone who loves whale sharks and/or sea lions under water!!
Recommended for
Whale shark snorkeling. Interaction with playful sea lions. Amazing black corals.
04 Aug, 2025

10 Exceptional
Kathleen S
United States

A top bucket list dive experience
Socorro was amazing, the boat crew were top notch, the accommodations were fabulous and we saw everything we expected and more. Dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays were incredible, sharks were everywhere and to top it off we saw a whale shark. Water temperature warmed than expected but still cold. Food was excellent too.
Recommended for
Manta Rays, dolphins, and hammerhead sharks
19 Apr, 2021

10 Exceptional
Steven B
United Kingdom

Fantastic week, diving with amazing wildlife in Socorro, on board a great ship
I have never been on a live aboard before - so was a little anxious as to whether I would like it. The Nautilus Belle Amie is an amazing ship, perfectly set up for diving, but also a wonderful ship on which to spend a week. Sure, it isn't cheap, but you get what you pay for, and I thoroughly recommend this ship
Recommended for
The crew are fantastic. The food is exceptional. The accommodation and ship is very comfortable.
20 Jan, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Peter N
New Zealand

The friendliness and experience of the crew matched the superb quality of the dive experience.
This was my first experience diving with both mantas and sharks (the reason for and the highlight of my trip).. Every dive gave me opportunities to meet and interact with these animals in a safe environment. On board, the crew worked very well as a team to provide a friendly and comfortable experience.
Recommended for
Cohesive efficiency of the entire crew. The great diving. The friends I shared the experience with.
03 Jun, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Kathryn B
United Kingdom

Don't dive Socorro with anyone else!
Obviously the diving was superlative. We saw everything we had come for, and the whale shark on the last two safety stops was a very unexpected and major bonus. Oscar and his crew were very focused on guest safety and made sure we were enjoying the diving at all times. Oscar flexed the schedule in response to our feedback giving us more time at one particular site. All of the dive guides were fantastic but a very special call out to Nikee whose sheer enthusiasm for everything we saw was wonderful to see. Ray and Ana as hosts kept all of the happy guests happy throughout the day and always noticed if we needed anything. Pancho's cooking was amazing! Overall this has been the best dive trip we have every been on and the Nautilus Belle Amie is highly recommended.
Recommended for
The Captain and crew, super focused on safety and guest experience. Food and drink, as a vegetarian I was really well catered for with thoughtful and creative choices. The boat was well appointed and even though there were 32 guests there was always space for everyone.
03 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
BRENDA FERNANDA D
Mexico

Best Trip of my Life!
I had one of the most beautiful trips of my life, the scuba diving was out of this world, I felt I was in a dream, with dolphins, giant mantas, hammer heads and all kinds of sharks, volcanic topography, wow! Also the crew so friendly and amazing, and the service was superb. It was worth every peso, I only want to do Liveaboard holidays from now on, especially with Nautilus, thank you!
Recommended for
The crew, working so hard always smiling, always in a good mood, and they're so talented and have so many skills. The food, it was so delicious and there was a lot of it, you definitely won't be starving on the Liveaboard. The sea creatures, oh my goodness, the best diving of my life, I will never forget it :).
05 Jul, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Jessica A
United States

Amazing dive vacation on the Belle Amie
Diving Socorro on the Belle Amie did not disappoint. We saw schooling scalloped hammerheads, giant oceanic mantas, dolphins, and many other shark species. The weather was perfect and the crew went above and beyond to make this dive trip unforgettable.
Recommended for
Hospitality of the crew. Uniqueness of diving and dive sites. Beautiful boat.
28 Dec, 2024