The very best of the Sea of Cortez
Imagine loads of playful California sea lions swimming all around you, a tornado school of big eye jacks storming divers, schools of skipjacks, mobulas, turtles, tuna and a wide variety of fish. Sharks, shipwrecks and giant mantas if we are lucky. Beach walks. Water temps and visibility rising to mid-80’s by September and vis +100-ft. With seas often so calm that it seems like our yacht is barely moving. This is the Sea of Cortez in peak diving season from July to November.
Dive your own way
With or without a divemaster, we cater to the entire spectrum of diving ability and experiences. Experienced diver are welcome to explore most of our dive sites at their own pace without a divemaster. Note, divers are required to be guided by a divemaster in national parks.
*Our captains and crew will do their very best to give you the most spectaculary dive experience.
Given weather and animal sighting itinerary may vary.
You may wonder…
What are your COVID-19 protocols?
Our job is to keep our guests and crew safe. Now more so than ever during the COVID-19 crisis. Please find our latest covid protocols here.
What am I going to see in the Sea of Cortez ?
Cousteau called the Sea of Cortez the aquarium of the world. Expect to see a lot of fish. A LOT of fish! Whale sharks in season. California sea lions. Giant manta rays at one particular site. A variety of shark species possibly including hammerheads (noting that the Sea of Cortez is nowhere near as sharkie as Socorro), several shipwrecks, garden eels and diving cormorant birds.
When should I go?
Water temperatures and visibility in the southern Sea of Cortez improve dramatically in mid July through the first norte winds at the end of November. Our trips run from August-November.
How many dives do I get?
We will do our best to offer 4 dives on every dive day. Please keep in mind that Mother Ocean can be capricious and this may not always be possible.
How much experience do I need?
Our Sea of Cortez trips are perfect for divers of all experience levels. This is the perfect destination for newer divers. We have always specialized in catering to experienced self-reliant divers and offer a lot of freedom and flexibility for those who want it. Photographers on these trips will never feel rushed and we are happy to leave you on your own to get that perfect shot.
When should I fly in?
Your ship boards at 4:30 pm on departure day. We recommend planning on flying in by 1:30 pm allowing for an hour or longer to clear immigration and customs and collect your bags. It’s a 35 minute drive from the airport to SeeCreatures Dive Centre which is our meeting point. Of course, we recommend that you fly in early to enjoy Cabo San Lucas and sign up for some additional diving.