Valentina Liveaboard, Mexico

Name: Socorro Islands Exploration (San Jose Del Cabo - San Jose Del Cabo)
Start: 2026-11-15
End: 2026-11-24
Location: Mexico

9.1 Superb

Nitrox available
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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“Perfect trip, great dives, helpful and friendly crew, good food”
Giuseppe S, Italy

Highlights

Dive with sea lions and hammerhead sharks
Explore Socorro Islands for humpback whales
Excellent cuisine with Mexican, European, and Asian dishes

Enjoy spectacular diving in the Baja California Peninsular aboard the MV Valentina Liveaboard Mexico. The MV Valentina Liveaboard visits the abundant dive sites of the Sea Of Cortez from August to November, where divers can hope to see sea lions, huge schools of sardines and hammerhead sharks, and the amazing diving of the Socorro Islands to look for humpback whales, manta rays and whale sharks from November to May.

In 2013 the 38m M/V Valentina Liveaboard underwent a re-fit to ensure the highest standards. The MV Valentina Liveaboard has 10 air-conditioned cabins, each with an en-suite bathroom. The air-conditioned dining room offers excellent cuisine with a variety of Mexican, European, and Asian dishes, and also an open bar with a choice of various soft drinks, cocktails, liquors, and draft beer (some beverages require payment on site).

There is a large, partially covered sun deck for relaxation in-between dives or enjoying the stars in the evening. Let the MV Valentina crew take care of your needs and help you to create a diving liveaboard holiday to remember in the spectacular Baja California Peninsula. Book online today.

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15 Nov

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$ 4,300

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Included: VAT, Port Fees, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Land Excursions, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries.

Required Extras: Dive Insurance, Chamber Fees (15 USD / trip), Fuel Surcharge (25 USD / night), National Park Fees (225-3,760 MXN / day), Airport Transfer (25-45 USD).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Extra Dives, Nitrox (25-30 USD / day), Nitrox Course (355 USD), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, WiFi internet (80-150 USD / item).

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Boat features

En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
BBQ Area
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Snorkeling Equipment
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Free Wine w/Dinner
Fine Cuisine
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Snacks All Day
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
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English, Japanese, 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: 1999

Year renovated: 2013

Length: 38m

Beam: 10m

Cruising speed: 12 knots

Max guests: 20

Number of cabins: 10

Number of bathrooms: 10

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen

Valentina Reviews

9.1 Superb

Vessel

8.4
Crew

9.5
Food

9.8
Diving

9.4
Value

8.6

10 Exceptional
Rodolfo P
Chile

Best all round experience
The boat itself was very comfortable, but what stands out the most is the amazing wildlife, it was the best diving of my life. Also the crew was super friendly and professional. Francisca, Lorenzo and David were great. In addition, the food was the best i’ve ever had on a boat, shoutout to the chefs
Recommended for
Wild life. Friendliness. Food.
01 May, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Austin G
United States

Sea of Cortez, Nov 2025
Our time aboard the Valentina was exceptional. The staff, food, and diving were all top notch.
Recommended for
The staff!. The diving!. The food!.
13 Nov, 2025

10 Exceptional
Pamela W
United States

Great crew, very professional, fantastic dive masters and wonderful diving, comfortable boat.
I liked the dive masters and people we dove with. Food was excellent too.
Recommended for
The crew, the diving and a comfortable boat.
11 Oct, 2021

10 Exceptional
Katherine D
United Kingdom

Just exceptional
Honestly, this trip is still on my mind. The diving was absolutely brilliant, the food was delicious and the crew and guides were exceptional. The cabins arent super modern but you will be too busy thinking about your previous dive to notice! I cant wait to go back!
Recommended for
Amazing dives. Awesome crew. Fantastic food.
21 Jul, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Warren P
United Kingdom

A genuine 5 star liveaboard !
Third time on this liveaboard and it’s a brilliant boat, super slick operation, very customer focused on giving you the best possible experience. My only finicky thing I would improve is the dive time seemed sometimes short. I think 60 minutes is reasonable rather than the 40 - 45 minutes.
Recommended for
Diving / Food / Staff
30 Sep, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
Eric K
United States

Great time diving aboard the M/V Valentina
The sea lion rookery at Los Islotes was absolutely amazing!
Recommended for
Food, crew, attention to details
11 Sep, 2019

9.2 Superb
Jorge S
United States

Great diving and ship. Sealions are amazing
The best diving trip of my life. All the dive sites are great and different, but the highlight for me was diving with sealions puppies.
Recommended for
The crew and the dive masters. The diving sities. The cabin was very comfortable.
24 Oct, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Alex F
United States

Great diving, crew, and experience
Great diving and DMs. Rest of the crew was also excellent. A little bit of an older boat with small cabins and so-so common space.
Recommended for
Dives, dive masters, crew
29 Mar, 2024

9.2 Superb
Paul M
Australia

incredible hosts and diving in the aquarium of the sea
seeing hammerheads in the thermoclines was a dream of mine. Valentina is a little older but super homie and comfortable so great value for money!
Recommended for
crew were excellent attention to detail, cruisy itenerary to maximize diving, sunsets
20 Oct, 2021

9.6 Exceptional
Timothy F
United States

First class crew, diving team and facilities.
October 2021, water temperature was 85-86F. Everyone was super flexible and accommodating.
Recommended for
Diving with sea lion pups, night dive with mobula rays, and our final dive on Swany Reef.
30 Oct, 2021

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9.1 Superb
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10 Exceptional
Jane L
Canada

Fantastic trip
Loved seeing Mantas and dolphins. The dive leaders were exceptional and the food amazing. I’m vegan and the chef , Eduardo, went above and beyond to feed me well
Recommended for
The sea life, the crew, the boat
09 Feb, 2024

10 Exceptional
Richard S
United States

This was easily the best scuba trip I have yet been on
The scuba diving was amazing, the water was clear, the manta rays were everywhere, the crew could not have been nicer, The Dive Masters could not have been more professional and helpful.
Recommended for
Diving experiences. Crew effort to provide a great experience. Comfort and service were the best.
08 Apr, 2026

9.2 Superb
Adelheid D
Switzerland

Great experience!
The diving with the Sea Lions and the Hammerheads at las Animas was amazing. Overall the amazing crew made this trip unforgettable. Thank you very much!
Recommended for
Crew Services and Friendliness. Diving. Food.
15 Nov, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Storrer M
Switzerland

Amazing Trip
Excellent crew, Manta interaction, pelagic sightings
Recommended for
Crew, Manta interaction, dive spots
17 Dec, 2018

8.8 Fabulous
Lawrence G
United States

Great diving experience and staff but the boat needs updating
We had an incredible experience aboard the Valentina. The staff truly made the trip special. From the dive masters to the boat crew, everyone was friendly, professional, and always had a smile. They worked hard every day to make sure the experience was top-notch. The diving was outstanding. We saw an amazing variety of marine life, including rays, sharks, whale sharks, dolphins, octopus, and much more. Every dive felt memorable. The boat itself is a bit dated and could definitely benefit from modernization, but that did not take away from the overall experience. The crew, service, and diving more than made up for it. Overall, we had a fantastic trip and would recommend the Valentina to anyone looking for a memorable liveaboard scuba adventure.
Recommended for
Unbelievable diving. Great staff/dive guides. Great food.
27 May, 2026

8.4 Very good
Charles L
United States

Crew was outstanding but diving was disappointing.
The grew were friendly, helpful and accommodating.
Recommended for
Crew, food
21 Nov, 2022

8.8 Fabulous
Frederique S
France

Amazing
Extraordinary dives, like nowhere else,A top team, always available to please us, friendliness
Recommended for
The dives. Crew. The Socorro Islands.
05 Jan, 2026

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Thomas R
United States

Best live-aboard dive boat ever.
Manta Ray. Bull sharks. Moray eels. Torpedo rays. Large schools of fish. Sea horse. Octopus. Large cabin. Stable boat. Delicious food at all meals.
Recommended for
Abundant underwater life, large and small creatures. Excellent dive guides. Fantastic food.
26 Aug, 2019

10 Exceptional
Richard B
United States

It was an amazing trip.
Awesome
Recommended for
Boat, crew, diving
09 May, 2015

10 Exceptional
Nicholas B
United Kingdom

Very professional and attentive crew.
The Cabo Pulmo dives were my best, the food was fabulous, the staff were always there to help with anything - nothing too much trouble, the sights above as well as underwater were beautiful. A memorable trip from someone who has done a number of liveaboard trips.
Recommended for
Friendly staff, problem-free trip, spacious boat.
18 Nov, 2019

8.8 Fabulous
Victoria L
France

Very professional, experienced and friendly Liveaboard
Globally one of the best liveaboards that I have been on. The Crew is very caring, professional and friendly, we felt really good on the boat and under water. We had 4 dives a day, everything was on time and very well organized. The Boat was very clean, it’s also one of the most spacious one I have been on. The food was very tasty, however the coffee and the beverages could be better. The WiFi worked everywhere and without interruption. Definitely will be back!
Recommended for
Amazing dives, delicious food, super friendly crew
16 May, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
Matthew O
United States

Great experience!
Great trip in the Sea of Cortez. Can'y say enough about the crew, a great bunch of people, who also helped me with an emergency, with complete professionalism. I want to thank them all for all of their help, and the owner Enrique, who jumped in and gave his time towards seeing me back to the boat. I highly recommend going on this trip, an all around terrific experience.
Recommended for
The crew, the location, and the sea lions!
18 Sep, 2019

10 Exceptional
Lisa H
United States

Fabulous Trip to Socorro on the Valentina
My friend Mary and I had a wonderful trip to Socorro aboard the Valentina. I was a bit nervous at first because I hadn't spoken to anyone who had first hand experience aboard the boat Valentina, but it had open dates for the week we wanted to go to Socorro and excellent reviews, so we went ahead and booked it. We are lucky we did because we couldn't have been any happier with our experience on the boat! From the moment we stepped on board the crew was so helpful and friendly and we immediately felt welcome. Our room was small (there are bigger ones available), but the beds were super comfy. I liked that the doors opened out to the deck. It was great taking post-dive afternoon naps with the door open and ocean breeze coming in. Our dive guides Lorenzo, Chabello, and Fernando made sure we saw all of the things Socorro is famous for. We were treated to dolphins, schooling hammerheads, tons of white tips, and of course, manta rays. The skiffs were easy to board and the crew was great about getting us on and off. For those who are curious, we boarded with our gear on and then took our gear off in the water when our dive was over to make it easier to climb back on. At the end of the trip Lorenzo had made a 20 minute movie of our trip that was available to download and take with us, which was an extra-special touch. The service we received on the boat was incredible. Luigi, our chef, made the most delicious dishes I've had on a liveaboard and his presentation made us feel like we were in a 5 star restaurant. There was so much delicious food it was impossible to eat it all! Juan Manuel was our bartender and made sure we always had the drinks we needed, and we bonded by talking about our cats at home! We had quite the diverse group of people on board with people from the UK, USA, Dubai, Argentina, Costa Rica, and Japan. It was fun to have such a global group of divers together.
Recommended for
Spectacular Diving, Comfortable Boat, Amazing Food
03 Mar, 2024

10 Exceptional
Lisa S
Germany

Incredible Dives, Amazing Crew – A Perfect Liveaboard Experience!
Our dive trip aboard the Valentina Liveaboard was truly unforgettable! The underwater world was absolutely breathtaking—we saw everything we had hoped for and more. From a humpback whale during our dives to giant mantas that came incredibly close, along with countless sharks, hammerheads, and an abundance of marine life, every dive was spectacular. The dive guides went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience possible. They were knowledgeable, attentive, and made sure we got the most out of every dive. The entire crew was outstanding—caring, friendly, and always ready to help, whether it was dealing with seasickness, making sure we were well-fed, or assisting with anything we needed. Speaking of food, the chef was amazing! As vegetarians, we were delighted by the creative and delicious meals—we never felt like we were missing out. Cabins were comfortable, with private bathrooms and hot showers—a must after a long day of diving! Overall, this trip exceeded our expectations, and we would 100% recommend it to anyone looking for an incredible liveaboard experience. 10/10, would do it again!
Recommended for
amazing, friendly, and skilled dive guides. incredible underwater action. caring staff, 24 h tea/coffee, lots of foods.
04 Mar, 2025

10 Exceptional
Ian S
United States

I had a very positive experience on the boat
The Cabo Pearce dive site was spectacular. I ate vegetarian and the chefs made me great dinners . Juan was so friendly with everyone and just a great guy with positive energy.
Recommended for
1) Diving was awesome 2) the food was outstanding 3) Diago was a really great guy
06 Jun, 2024

8.4 Very good
Robin S
United Kingdom

World-class diving with an experienced liveaboard crew
Overall it was a wonderful trip with highlights including close-up encounters with dolphins, oceanic mantas on most dives and lots of sharks (Scalloped hammerheads, Galapagos, Silky, Silver tips, Oceanic black tips, and 1 whale shark). Some of the dive sites were stunning, with Roca Partida being the most spectacular of them all
Recommended for
Lots of pelagics species. Some spectacular dive sites. Wonderfully friendly crew.
22 Apr, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Gary C
United States

Socorro Isles for 10 days
Tiger Shark, Hammerheads, Mantas, Dolphins. Great food.
Recommended for
1. Of course the diving 2. Meeting great people 3. Disconnecting from the mainland
14 Dec, 2022

10 Exceptional
David I
United States

Sea of Cortez - Amazing experience with a great crew!
I spent six days on the Valentina diving the Sea of Cortez in mid-November. We departed and disembarked from La Paz. Although there is an airport in La Paz, flights are more readily available into Cabo SJD. La Paz is a two hour drive from the Cabo airport. The Valentina is 130 feet long and was last refit in 2013. The cabins are individually AC controlled with ensuite bathrooms. The public areas are comfortable. The food was superb and plentiful. The crew from the captain to the stewards was awesome. Very attentive to passenger needs both while diving and onboard the ship. The diving was great! Dives are conducted from zodiacs. The highlight was the sea lions at Los Islotes. Their playfulness and love for interacting with divers is legendary. We also encountered schools of Mexican Barracuda , Sardines and one group (6) Scalloped Hammerheads. We did two night dives with Mobula Rays in the same bay in about 20 feet of water. Lights are used to attract the plankton which brings in the Mobula.
Recommended for
Location, Crew & Food
29 Nov, 2022

8.8 Fabulous
Antonio M
Chile

A wonderful trip. They must change the ship's electricity generator, it produces an unbearable noise and vibration even with earplugs.
I exceed my expectations in terms of the quantity and variety of marine life: oceanic mantas, sharks, dolphins and schools of fish.
Recommended for
The dive sites, the crew and the guides.
01 Jul, 2024

Translated from Spanish

Best diving I’ve ever done.
The diving! I don’t have comments on the food or the boat because the diving was great and that’s what I was there for. The crew was great though. Always very helpful.
Recommended for
1. Mantas 2. Dolphins 3. Sharks
10 Jan, 2023