Its Strange and Beautiful World

While traversing an underwater mountain top ridge, all of a sudden a strong current whisked us forward, and when we regained our stability, a GIANT Manta, with a massive wingspan, was creeping up behind us. It was almost as though the Manta was causing the strong current with its giant wings. It continued to hover […]

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Nothing Rivals It

Appearing from the blue they do not swim as they approach- if you had wings you’d fly too. The biggest brained fish in the sea slows as she gets closer, there is thought behind those alluring elephant like eyes.  Cruising just inches overhead she enjoys your bubbles as they tickle her belly.  In return she […]

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And a SCHOOL of Hammerheads!

“Our adventure into the deep blue today yielded white tip reef sharks, silkies, galapagos sharks, and a SCHOOL of hammerheads! Stupendous day at Roca Partida AKA Roca Fiesta under water! The crew is wonderful and so hospitable as they offer up our favorite beers after the best dive yet. Ivan’s beard is as majestic as […]

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Silky Snorkel and a Galapagos Shark

Tonight the Silky Shark snorkel brought in some unexpected guests. During every trip we offer a chance to swim with the Silky snorkels at night that surround Socorro island. This is done simply by having all the back deck lights on, attracting all kinds of life from mackerel to flying fish. The Silkies soon follow, […]

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The Animals are Large and Topside Scenery is Beautiful!

This was my first time working for the Nautilus team and I am very pleased to say that it has been a great experience so far. The entire crew are hard working and very committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction. The vessel is large, and the dive deck is very impressive. Meals on […]

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A Great Time Aboard and A Lot of Fun!

This trip definitely met my expectations. We had it all. Giant mantas, a whale shark, school of hammer heads, …. The water temperature was at comfortable 28°C which resulted in a free hot tub after the dives. Or maybe the hot tub stayed empty due to lack of sunshine and some unpleasant winds on the […]

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