FAQ

ARRIVAL / CHECK-IN

Check-in is available between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., and we recommend boarding between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to ensure you receive all important trip information. Boarding begins at 5:00 p.m., and luggage drop-off is available from 9:00 a.m.

Dinner on the day of arrival is not included, so you are welcome to explore and dine in town before boarding. You may leave your luggage on board earlier in the day.

All guests must be on board by 8:45 p.m., as the MV Valentina Liveaboard will depart that evening for its first night anchorage, with the first dive scheduled for the following morning.

Dock address:
Muelle Fiscal, Paseo Álvaro Obregón S/N, Centro, La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Tel: +52 612 176 4172 (Lorenzo) or +52 612 103 8042 (Office)
If you arrive at Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), transportation to La Paz is not included. The drive takes approximately 2.5 hours one way. Our reservations team can assist with arranging transportation upon request.

To ensure availability, we recommend notifying the Fun Baja & MV Valentina Liveaboard reservations team of your hotel details and any transfer requests at least two weeks prior to your departure date. Otherwise, you will be responsible for making your own transportation arrangements.

For transfer reservations, please contact: lbvalentina@funbaja.com

DEPARTURE / CHECK-OUT

Check-out is scheduled for approximately 4:00 p.m. on the final day of the charter, although timing may vary depending on weather and diving conditions.
The crew will transfer you to your hotel in downtown La Paz. Guests are responsible for their own transportation to the airport the following day.

We recommend staying at least one additional night in La Paz after your trip. Our reservations team can assist with hotel bookings at special rates, as well as airport transfer arrangements if needed.

If you are extending your stay, transportation to your hotel can be arranged, provided that the reservations team receives your hotel information in advance.

For assistance, please contact:
lbvalentina@funbaja.com
reservation@funbaja.com

Upon arrival at the San José Del Cabo airport (SJD), you must request your transportation to the Marina Puerto Los Cabos, San José del Cabo. The boat will be visible at the location, and you will be received by the crew; you will have to identify yourself with your name.

Please note that two days prior to your departure, you will receive confirmation of the exact dock where the vessel will be anchored.

If you have contracted the transportation service with us (it must be requested in advance) you will be met at the airport and transferred to our marina (M/V VALENTINA dock). A private transfer will be provided from San José Del Cabo Airport to the Marina Puerto Los Cabos. While there will be many airport shuttles waiting for you, be sure to take a “Fun Baja / Trans Fun / M/V Valentina” shuttle.

Check-in is available after 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

If you are staying in the area, you are responsible for your own transportation to our marina.

The transportation to and from La Paz (LAP) is not included in the trip fee.

Dinner on the arrival date is included in this trip.

DEPARTURE / CHECK-OUT

Check out is around 08:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. on the last day of the trip. You are responsible for your own transportation to the San Jose Del Cabo (SJD) airport.

If you have contracted the departure transfer service with us, the crew will tell you the departure time.

Check out time is subject to change depending on the weather and diving conditions.

C/IN: Puerto Los Cabos 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
*Max. check-in 5:45 pm.

The boat will depart from marina around 6:00 p.m. on the day of check in, in case of arriving after 5:45 p.m., boarding the boat will be possible via zodiacs.

C/OUT: Puerto Los Cabos After breakfast
* We recommend that your flight depart SJD Airport after noon to be safe.

Map – Puerto Los Cabos:

Dinner on the arrival date is included only Socorro trip.

Your passport must be effective until returning home and you must have a return airline ticket to travel to Mexico. It is the traveler’s responsibility to ensure they have the proper documentation. Please check with the appropriate consulate to ensure that you have the correct documentation by the traveler’s responsibility.

Qualified and experienced 3 or 4 dive instructors (guides) on board, speaking English and Spanish. Japanese by request.

Nitrox is available with an additional charge as long as the diver is Nitrox certified.
Large tank is limited availability.

Sea of Cortez (2026):
Use of Nitrox 25 USD/per day or 120 USD/week. As for the large tank which is a 100 ft3 (approx. 13.2L) tank with Nitrox would be 50 USD/per day or 240 USD/week.

Socorro Island (2026):
Use of Nitrox 30 USD/per day or 150 USD/week. As for the large tank which is a 100 ft3 (approx. 13.2L) tank with Nitrox would be 60 USD/per day or 300 USD/week.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available on board at an additional cost.

We offer the following packages:

• 5 GB: $80 USD
• 10 GB: $150 USD

Internet packages can be purchased on board at any time during the trip.

The standard valve is “Yoke Type”. A DIN adjustor is also available on board.

Tanks, weights and weight belts are provided. The following items are the diver’s responsibility.

• Certification card
• DAN or other dive accident insurance card
• Diving log book (strongly encouraged)
• Mask *
• Snorkel *
• Fins (full foot and Strap fin) *
• Buoyancy Control Device *
• Regulator w/alternate air source *
• Submersible pressure and depth gauges *
• Dive computer (required) *
• Dive light *
• Tank Marker Lights (for night dives)
• Full wetsuit or shorty – 3 mm to 5 mm *
• Safety sausage (SMB) *
• Reef hook (if you need)

Sea of Cortez:
We suggest you pack the following:
A wetsuit (3-5mm), hood/hooded vest (DECEMBER-APRIL), booties, fins, mask, snorkel, regulator with visible pressure gauge, depth gauge, dive computer, and buoyancy compensator are strongly recommended. If you wish to dive at night, you need your light. Spare mask if you have prescription lenses, safety sausage, whistle, dive alert, mirror, and/or other safety devices. Dive computers are mandatory. Each piece of gear should be marked with waterproof paint or tape.

Socorro Island:
We suggest you pack the following:
A wetsuit (5-7mm), hood/hooded vest (DECEMBER-APRIL), booties, fins, mask, snorkel, regulator with visible pressure gauge, depth gauge, dive computer, and buoyancy compensator are strongly recommended.

All cabins have private toilets and shower booths. Air condition/hairdryer/shampoo/conditioner and body soap.

The electric power is 120V and 60 cycles. Our plugs on board are 2 flat hole plugs, A-type.

Yes! We have a limited stock, please let us know at least 7 days before the charter starts.

Tanks – Sea of Cortez

Tanks – Socorro Island

*Limited availability for Big Tanks

*Pricing is subject to change.

Yes, just in our Sea of Cortez trip. We do night diving with Mobula rays near Espiritu Santo Island, an uninhabited island, during the trip. It is called a “Night Mobula diving program that attracts 20-40 Mobula rays gather around lighting.

Crew gratuities are not included in the trip. We believe gratuities should be voluntary and based on the quality of service the crew has provided. There will be an envelope placed in your cabin with a survey for our service. Once put in the envelope, the gratuities will be divided equally among the crew. For your reference, approximately 10-15% of the trip cost would be appreciated.

Yes! The Nitrox Course is available at a cost of $355 USD.

This includes all necessary equipment (tanks, use of an oxygen analyzer, course materials, instructor, and check-out dives). Certification is provided through an internationally recognized agency such as PADI.

Nitrox is included during the trip.

We kindly ask that you request the course at least one week prior to your trip.

We accept USD and Mexican Pesos (MXN) CASH. If you would like to pay by credit card is acceptable, only USD or MXN with a fee of 16% (IVA).

Whether it’s your anniversary, birthday, honeymoon, or wedding, or you are celebrating a logged dive, please let us know so the crew can celebrate your occasion together. Please advise the reservation center before traveling so the crew is notified in advance.

A blend of Western, Mexican, and Asian cuisine is prepared on board. Meals include a variety of vegetables, rice, pasta, soups, fish, beef, sashimi (raw fish), tacos, ceviche, and more.

During the trip, we host a special Mexican BBQ dinner on one of the evenings on board.

Beers and soft drinks are included in your tour price, and a complimentary glass of wine is served with dinner.

Please indicate any dietary requirements (such as vegetarian preferences or food allergies) on your application form.

Yes! We are happy to accommodate most dietary requirements with advance notice, including vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free, and other common dietary needs.

Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies at the time of booking, or at least prior to your trip, so we can make the necessary arrangements.

While we will do our best to accommodate individual needs, some highly specialized dietary requests may be limited due to provisioning conditions.

Our goal is to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for all guests on board.

Guests are welcome to bring their own alcoholic beverages onboard; however, a corkage fee may apply depending on the type and quantity of bottles brought onboard, and some bottles may not be permitted onboard.

We also offer a selection of cocktails, liquors, and wine available for purchase onboard during the trip.

In case you miss any flights or not be able to make it to MV Valentina on schedule, please call +52 (612) 221 4751, WhatsApp is available with Fernanda Castillo / Ruby Vidales under Fun Baja operation center. Or at +52 (612) 120 2615 (Mr. Enrique Castillo) Email: lbvalentina@funbaja.com

Yes! All guests traveling onboard the M/V VALENTINA are required to carry valid dive accident, medical, and emergency evacuation insurance from a recognized provider before participating in any diving activities. Proof of coverage may be requested prior to departure.

In addition, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance and trip interruption coverage to protect your investment in the event of unexpected situations such as flight delays or cancellations, severe weather, medical emergencies, lost baggage, or other unforeseen travel disruptions.

Please note that Fun Baja / M/V VALENTINA cannot provide refunds, credits, or compensation for circumstances beyond our control if travel insurance coverage has not been purchased.

The safety of our guests and crew is our highest priority. The M/V VALENTINA is fully equipped with lifeboats, life rings, life jackets, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors located throughout the vessel, including all cabins and the engine room.

All required safety equipment is regularly inspected and certified in compliance with Mexican maritime regulations and operational standards established by the Secretaría de Marina (SEMAR).

In addition, M/V VALENTINA has obtained the National Safety Management Certificate issued by the Secretaría de Marina after successfully complying with the maritime safety and environmental protection standards established under NOM-036-SEMAR-2007.

Our certifications and inspections are kept current as part of our ongoing commitment to safe vessel operations in Mexico. We continuously work to maintain high safety standards onboard and provide a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all guests.

If you have any questions regarding onboard safety procedures or equipment, our team will be happy to assist you.

For Sea of Cortez trips, an Open Water Diver certification is required, with generally shallower dives and milder conditions.

For our Socorro Islands / Revillagigedo trips, guests are required to have an Advanced Open Water certification and at least 50 logged dives due to the remote location and more challenging ocean conditions. Nitrox certification is also highly recommended.

Sea of Cortez

Guests typically enjoy 3–4 dives per day, with approximately 15–16 dives during a 5-day diving itinerary. Dive schedules and routes may vary depending on weather and ocean conditions.

Socorro Islands / Revillagigedo

Guests typically complete 3–4 dives per day, with approximately 18–20 dives during a 6-day diving itinerary. Dive schedules and routes are always subject to weather and ocean conditions.

Sea of Cortez Fees

Socorro Island Fees

 *Pricing is subject to change (Last update Jan, 2026)

Marine Park Fee Discounts – Socorro Islands / Revillagigedo

•  100% Marine Park Fee Exemption: Retirees and pensioners. Please send supporting documentation to lbvalentina@funbaja.com.

•  75% Discount on Marine Park Fees: Students and teachers. Please send a valid ID or supporting documentation to lbvalentina@funbaja.com.

•  50% Discount on Marine Park Fees: Mexican citizens and foreign residents in Mexico. Please send a valid ID or residency documentation to lbvalentina@funbaja.com.

Important: Requests for Marine Park Fee discounts or exemptions for Socorro Islands / Revillagigedo trips must be submitted prior to departure and are subject to approval by the corresponding authorities. Discounts cannot be requested or applied after the trip departure date.

If you are visiting Mexico, you may bring the following items tax-free, whether new or used:

• Personal use items such as clothing, footwear, and personal care and beauty products, as appropriate to the length of your trip, including bridal attire if applicable. Baby items such as car seats, portable cribs, strollers, walkers, and their accessories are also permitted.

• Two cameras or video cameras; photographic equipment; three mobile phones or other wireless communication devices; one global positioning system (GPS); one electronic organizer; one portable computer (laptop, notebook, omnibook, or similar); one portable printer or copier; one CD/DVD burner and one portable projector, along with their accessories.

• Two pieces of personal sports equipment, four fishing rods, three boards (with or without sails) and their accessories, as well as trophies or awards, provided they can be commonly and reasonably transported by the passenger.

• One portable audio recording or playback device, or two digital image and sound recording or playback devices, and one portable DVD player; one set of portable speakers and their accessories.

• Five laser discs, ten DVDs, thirty compact discs, three software packages, and five storage devices for electronic equipment.

• Books, magazines, and printed documents.

• Five toys, including collectibles, one video game console, and five video games.

• One blood pressure monitor and one glucose meter (or combined device) and their testing supplies, as well as personal-use medications (in the case of psychotropic substances, a medical prescription must be presented).

• Suitcases, trunks, chests, and any other items necessary for transporting personal belongings.

• One pair of binoculars and one telescope.

• Two musical instruments and their accessories.

• One tent and other camping equipment.

• One set of hand tools in its case, which may include a drill, pliers, wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, power cords, among others.

• Passengers over 18 years old may bring a maximum of 10 packs of cigarettes, 25 cigars, or 200 grams of tobacco; up to 3 liters of alcoholic beverages and 6 liters of wine.

• Elderly passengers and persons with disabilities may bring items that assist with mobility or compensate for limitations, such as walkers, wheelchairs, crutches, canes, among others-on.

For additional information, please contact the Mexican authorities directly:
SAT Servicio de Administración Tributaria Av. Hidalgo 77, Col. Guerrero, C.P. 06300, Mexico City. Telephone assistance: +52 55 6272 2728; from the United
States and Canada: +1 877 448 8728.