Rocio del Mar Sea of Cortez is a 110ft scuba diving liveaboard that is based in Mexico in either Puerto Peñasco or San Jose del Cabo. The yacht has 10 guest cabins and holds a maximum of 20 divers or a minimum of 10. The two cabins on the upper deck each have 1 full and one single bed. One the main deck 2 cabins have double beds, and 6 cabins have 2 single beds. Each cabin has an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, and storage space under the beds. The cabins also have large picture windows. Enjoy our blog article on
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Rocio del Mar Sea of Cortez Diving
From September to October they cruise the Sea of Cortez also known as the Gulf of California. The cruise either starts in Puerto Peñasco and ends in Cabo San Lucas, or begins in Cabo and ends in Peñasco. It all depends on when you book, which direction you go; Saturday to Saturday. On this trip you most likely will see grey whales, pilot whales, sperm whales, humpback whales, sea lions, mobula rays, and dolphins. From July to September they also go out to the Midriff Island, Angel Island, including Angel Rock, La Vela, and Lolo's Cave. In addition, you'll visit San Pedro Martir, Salsipuedes & Animas and Bahia de los Angeles. Moreover, you can do a night dive at some particular site like El Lavadero. You'll also go out to meet the whales. So, sometimes baby whales come right up to the boat or pangas!
Attractions and Activities
Unique to Rocio del Mar Sea of Cortez, the air-conditioned dining room is located in the forward section of the lower deck. So, just like First Class on an airplane, this prime location reduces motion during the meal service. Square port windows still give you a natural light and a view. A day aboard may start with a continental breakfast, a dive, then a full breakfast, then another dive. Lunch consist of sandwiches, Burgers, pasta salads, or other lunch items. Dinner aboard Rocio del Mar Sea of Cortez is almost always 3 course events with delicious fresh seafood entries or other international cuisine. Dinner is typically followed by desert.
Limited dietary requests can be accommodated if notified well in advance. Also, there are snacks available during the day. So, Rocio del Mar Sea of Cortez has a large camera table and charger outlet station on the dive deck. Two stainless steel ladders are positioned for reentry on the dive platform. They use RIB inflatables for tenders, which they call pangas. So, a 3-5ml wet suit with a hood may be just perfect for you. Finally, 32% Nitrox is available for a fee. Moreover, when not diving? Maybe you’ll like kayaking, visiting uninhabited islands, using the loungers on the top deck, or reading in the covered lounge on the upper deck. After a fun day of scuba diving, salon may be the lace to to relax and unwind with new friends.
Requirements include DAN insurance. They also do private charters and other itineraries.
