The second day on the Nautilus, or better, in divers heaven. And the most important adventure today was our quick snorkeling encounter with two whales and one baby! What a beautiful day!

By on March 18th, 2013 in Archive

The second day on the  Nautilus, or better, in divers heaven. Yesterday, we had a big show above the water. I did not expect so many whales with its calves. They all jumped out of the water and playing around for hours. Nobody can really imagine the beauty of these animals, you have to see […]

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Wenn das Tauchen auf dieser Tour das haelt was die Ueberfahrt verspricht, dann wird dieser Trip sensationell !

By on March 14th, 2013 in Archive

11.03.2013 Da wir aus technischen Gruenden erst Morgen auslaufen koennen nutzen wir die Zeit um in Cabo einen Tauchgang zu machen. Fazit  wir sind bei 20Grad nass geworden ….   *- -Kay 12.03.2013 Wenn das Tauchen auf dieser Tour das haelt was die Ueberfahrt verspricht, dann wird dieser Trip sensationell ! Von einer grossen Gruppe Spinner […]

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The most awesome sight I've seen underwater. Hammerheads, Galapagos and white tip sharks, schooling tuna and, of course, the whales each time.

By on March 8th, 2013 in Archive

The most awesome sight I’ve seen underwater. Mama and baby humpback interacting with many divers. We were only 15 feet away from a two month old humpback showing off its new breaching skills between nursing trips with a very chilled out Mom. Its impossible to explain the once in a lifetime sights that you can […]

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Great white sharks in California get extra protection starting March 1, 2013!

By on March 7th, 2013 in Archive

Great news! “Commercial fishing for great whites has been banned in California waters for nearly 20 years, but some exceptions previously existed for research purposes. Starting March 1, the Fish and Wildlife department will issue permits for scientific research. Fishers and scuba diving researchers will also have to obtain a permit in case of accidental capture […]

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The water temp is 73 F not too bad, even if it's cold for me, when the whales appear the cold disappears! Best whale encounter that I have ever experienced.

By on March 6th, 2013 in Archive

Here I am back on the go to the best whale encounter that I have ever have experienced . We did our check out at San Benedicto and were just getting everyone ready for the best whale encounter. We started early this morning just to see on the horizon the big blow of the whales […]

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We saw 10 sharks before we even descended to our final depth, I lost count of how many sharks swam past me or challenged me to a staring contest.

By on March 5th, 2013 in Archive

The weather looked nice, so we headed out to Roca Partida a little ahead of schedule.  I was a little worried because Captain thought there might be another boat at this little rock in the middle of the ocean.  Luckily, we passed the other boat in the middle of the night (heading home) and found […]

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We have enjoyed every single day and dive!!! Our expectations were more than met.

By on March 4th, 2013 in Archive, Guests, Socorro

Our second trip to Socorro is nearly over now. We have enjoyed every single day and dive!!! Our expectations were more than met. Basically, we are ready to come back already or join Nautilus for another destination. –Joern and Diana   Without any doubt and thanks to Bufanda and Two-Socks (Calcita), the humpback mom and calf, this […]

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