The southern Sea of Cortez is a long-time favorite UnderseaX gay & lesbian scuba destination for several reasons: proximity and short flights, a stunning landscape where the desert meets the sea, unique and beautiful endemic fish species, plus the possibility of big animal encounters such as sea lions, hammerheads, mantas, jacks, bull sharks, and maybe even whale sharks and more.
For a number of years there was no liveaboard in this area that met our standards, until Nautilus Gallant Lady was inaugurated last year. We've chartered her on a special seven-night Southern Sea of Cortez gay scuba expedition than includes much more than her standard Cabo Pulmo itinerary.
We'll board Gallant Lady in easy-to-reach Cabo San Lucas, Baja California, where the fun begins immediately on a check-out dive with sea lions!
From Cabo, we'll motor north to Los Frailes and the protected marine park of Cabo Pulmo, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here we are nearly certain to dive with the schooling jacks that make great wide-angle shots with a diver for scale. This area also offers a chance to dive with bull sharks, and is one of the very few true coral reefs to be found on the west coast of the Americas.
Diving the rocky reefs and islands of the Sea of Cortez, we'll continue on towards the La Paz area and famous dive sites like El Bajo, where we've spotted hammerheads on several past land-based expeditions. It will be a real treat to dive these offshore sites from a liveaboard and avoid long crossings in small boats. Conditions permitting, we'll explore as far north as Las Animas.
If the juvenile whale sharks are around, we'll cruise into the bay of La Paz for a chance to snorkel with them, using a local operator.
Our expedition draws to a close back in the resort town of Cabo San Lucas, so feel free to add a few extra nights here, whether you want to party at Cabo Wabo, relax or golf at a beach resort along the Corridor between here and San Jose del Cabo, or explore the charming small town of Todos Santos on the Pacific.
Some dive sites in the Sea of Cortez can be challenging due to currents and blue water ascents.
Call us if you would like to discuss the scuba skills you'll need to experience this diving adventure of a lifetime!
Our Package Includes:
- Five and a half days of diving, 3-4 dives daily, tanks, weights
and weight belts
- 7 nights aboard the Nautilus Gallant Lady in air-conditioned double occupancy cabins with private bath
- All meals and between meal snacks
- All non-alcoholic beverages
Not Included: Airfare, airport transfers, alcoholic beverages, dive gear rental if required, port fee ($65), Nitrox, tips, and items of a personal nature.
Flights/Transfers:
You must arrive in Los Cabos (SJD) by 4 pm on Saturday, September 26.
It's ok to fly in the same day. Many airlines serve Los Cabos directly from the USA and Canada. Connecting flights from within Mexico are also available.
You'll disembark the ship in Cabo San Lucas at 9 a.m. on October 3. Please plan your flight home from Los Cabos (SJD) no earlier than noon on Saturday, October 3.
Deposit:
$1000 deposit to hold space. Second payment of $700 due at nine months. Third payment of payment of $700 due at 180 days. Balance due 120 days prior to departure. We're also happy to arrange monthly payment plans - just ask!
How to reserve your space:
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We'll place a space on courtesy hold for you and send you a confirmation e-mail.
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Complete and return the trip application and waiver electronically, then make your deposit by check or credit card.
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Book your airline reservations. We're happy to help you find the best flights.
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