Nautilus Explorer, Mexico
8.8 Fabulous - Nitrox available
- Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
- En-Suite bathrooms
“The scuba diving was some of the best experiences of our diving lives.”
Highlights
Sister ship to the Nautilus Belle Amie, the 35m Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard was custom built for divers to explore the amazing sites of Guadalupe and the Socorro Islands, Mexico. Built by divers, for divers for stability, comfort, and safety, the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard comprises 13 cabins, ranging from a cost-effective mixed-gender triple occupancy stateroom to a luxurious premium suite. On the lower deck are 8 twin/double cabins and 1 triple cabin. The hot tub deck has 3 superior suites and the premium suite, which features a separate lounge and floor-to-ceiling picture window. All cabins are equipped with individually controlled AC and private en-suite bathrooms.
The Nautilus Explorer has many well-designed social areas. There are two upper-floor sun decks and a hot tub deck where guests can relax with a glass of wine or frosty beer under the evening stars. The main salon has large panoramic windows in front of the dive deck. It has couches, a dedicated PC and Mac computer for video editing, and a 42-inch plasma TV. Onboard dining consists of freshly made dishes, including homemade bread, pastries, and soups combining North American, European, and Mexican flavors.
The Nautilus Explorer schedules itineraries to the incredible sites of the Socorro Islands, famous for manta rays, humpback whales, and vast schools of fish. The back of the boat is home to the dive deck, with a 5-ton hydraulic crane, water-level platform, and reinforced steel deck for film and scientific crews. Nitrox is also available for certified divers, and the Nautilus Explorer is rebreather-friendly.
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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 / 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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Nautilus Explorer Reviews
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Vessel 8.1
- Crew 8.9
- Food 9.6
- Diving 9.3
- Value 8.3
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- 9.2 Superb
- tess B
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Switzerland
Top
Great trip, an idyllic break out of time. I received good advice from the dive center about my equipment. The team is top notch and the meals were very good. Being the only boat on the sites was great and it helped to enjoy the dives even more.
- Recommended for
- Dives. Service. Meals.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Kevin S
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United States
Socorro - beautiful, unspoiled, remote and totally worth it!
Socorro is a beautiful destination, remote and unspoiled Large animals were plentiful (sharks of several species, giant manta rays, whale shark, dolphins) - exceeded my expectations This trip requires good physical conditioning - diving is not off the platform but rather requires motoring on a small rubber skiff boat to the dive sites, sometimes in choppy waves
- Recommended for
- Dive guides were focused on safety and comfort of all guests. Cabin was spacious and comfortable (I stayed in the owner's suite). Crew was friendly and courteous.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Andreas F
- United States
Amazing first liveaboard trip
Fantastic liveaboard trip. The crew is stellar. Every single one. The sites are amazing. Only issue was a smell in the downstairs hallway. Very unpleasant.
- Recommended for
- Crew. Mantas. Dolphins.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Gina G
- United States
Just awesome!
Mantas, whale sharks and the fun spirit of all crew members. Everyone was kind and helpful, food was fabulous, Team Chevron was a perfect fit and and a great time was had by all! Upon our return we signed up for the Guadalupe Great White trip for September - lets do it again!!!
- Recommended for
- Marine life, crew spirit, service
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Matthew B
- United States
Most amazing way to celebrate 20th anniversary!
So many Great White sharks of different sizes. We were able to renew of wedding vows on the dive deck and we were surprised by unexpected treats to help us celebrate our 20th anniversary. The Captain is amazing, not only in charge but welcoming and works along side the fantastic crew.
- Recommended for
- Many Great white sharks, the crew and Captain Lowe
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Anne-Sophie M
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France
Absolutely fantastic on every aspect
Truly fantastic experience with Nautilus Expert. We had an amazing week which beat expectations across all aspects of the trips and particularly with wild life encounters (whale sharks, hammerheads, tigers, dolphins, mantas on almost every dive). The crew is truly dedicated, friendly and very professional - more than on any liveaboards I’ve been on. The food was a positive too, with high quality products and different, very good recipes every day. I would give all the above a 12/10. The boat is in good condition, however the cabins are very small which can make it a little uncomfortable sharing, and the experience would be even even better if there were more shade areas during the day. But frankly that shouldn’t stop anyone from taking this trip.
- Recommended for
- The incredible dives. The crew. The food.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Jason D
- United States
Great trip with orcas. The crew was great and I would definitely recommend this trip for the experiences
We did the 11 day Orcas, Mobulas, and Whale Shark and we saw all of them in the Sea of Cortez trip. The orca encounters were especially memorable as we saw them feeding and teaching the young how to feed. The diving wasn’t especially impressive as the water was murky but overall still great. The boat is a bit old and we did lose AC for a day but overall this was an amazing experience.
- Recommended for
- Orcas!. Whale sharks. Sea Lions.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Daniela S
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Germany
Great Trip!
Everything was just great. The crew was amazing. They helped us whenever possible. Food was very delicious. The dives were great. I felt safe all the time. It was an incredible trip and I completely recommend it. Btw, I was traveling by myself and made new friends easily. If you are considering booking a trip on this boat, just book it!
- Recommended for
- Sharks, crew, food
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- 7.6 Good
- Charles M
- Switzerland
Great trip for Giant Mantas!
Perfect complement to a Galápagos trip, as we didn't see many hammersharks and Dolphins but diving with the playfull giant mantas was great!
- Recommended for
- Dive masters, big pelagics, global team (crew and guests)
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- 10 Exceptional
- Victoria S
- United States
The trip of a lifetime!
What an absolutely amazing dive trip! Great dive sites, love the dive masters, the crew, captain, and of course, the chef!
- Recommended for
- Dives, food, and crew
