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M/V VALENTINA – Sea of Cortez Liveaboard – Schedule 2026
PASSENGERS : 20
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 05 Sep / 10 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 5 | 12 Sep / 17 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 6 | 19 Sep / 24 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 7 | 26 Sep / 01 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 03 Oct / 08 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 9 | 10 Oct / 15 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 10 | 17 Oct / 22 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 11 | 24 Oct / 29 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 12 | 31 Oct / 05 Nov | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
M/V VALENTINA – Sea of Cortez Liveaboard – Schedule 2027
PASSENGERS : 20
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 04 Sep / 09 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 5 | 11 Sep / 16 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 6 | 18 Sep / 23 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 7 | 25 Sep / 30 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 02 Oct / 07 Oct | 5nights/6days/5daysdiving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 9 | 09 Oct / 14 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 10 | 16 Oct / 21 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 11 | 24 Oct / 29 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 01 Nov / 06 Nov | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
M/V VALENTINA – Sea of Cortez Liveaboard – Schedule 2028
PASSENGERS : 20
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 Aug / 24 Aug | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 09 Sep / 14 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 4 | 16 Sep / 21 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 5 | 23 Sep / 28 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 2 | 02 Sep / 07 Sep | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 30 Sep / 06 Oct 2028 | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $3,468
| |
| 7 | 08 Oct / 14 Oct | 6nights/7days/6days diving
| 18-20DV | Sea of Cortez
| $3,468
| |
| 8 | 15 Oct / 20 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 18-20DV | Sea of Cortez
| $3,468
| |
| 9 | 21 Oct / 26 Oct | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
| |
| 10 | 28 Oct / 02 Nov | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
| Number | Check in/out | Contents | Tank | Route | Rate (USD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 04 Nov / 09 Nov | 5nights/6days/5days diving
| 15-16DV | Sea of Cortez
| $2,890
|
M/V VALENTINA
Our Fleet M/V VALENTINA
M/V VALENTINA will introduce you to the inspiring magnificence of the BAJA CALIFORNIA PENINSULA by comfortably sailing the SEA OF CORTEZ from the beautiful BAY OF LA PAZ, and sailing Socorro Islands from Puerto Los Cabos in Winter.
In 2013, M/V VALENTINA was re-born as a FUN BAJA dive safari boat.
We have 15 YEARS of experience in the Baja Peninsula providing DIVING CRUISE SERVICES with an unbeatablly friendly crew on spacious, comfortable and fast modern vessels.
M/V VALENTINA accommodates a maximum of 20 guests. All cabins are with same gender double occupancy unless otherwise requested.
All Cabins have A/C and a private restroom and a shower room.
–2 out of 10 cabins are Deluxe Double Plus cabins with 1 double bed and 1 single bed (non-bunk).
–1 out of 10 cabins is a Valentina Double cabin with 1 double bed. Great room for a couple!
–7 out of 10 cabins are Deluxe Twin cabins with spacious wide bunk beds
Dining room on the main deck is air-conditioned and equipped with comfortable sofas and chairs.
We offer an OPEN BAR complimentary beverage including draft-beer and soft drinks.
You will also find audio equipment.
M/V VALENTINA’s kitchen provides a variety of Mexican food ,European, Asian dishes. Also we offer MEXICAN BBQ dinner on board when possible.
Diving Deck
Deluxe Twin (Bunk) Cabin
Valentina Double Cabin
Deluxe double Plus Cabin
Saloon
Sun Deck
M/V VALENTINA: CABIN LAYOUT & SPEC
SUN DECK
UPPER DECK
MAIN DECK
LOWER DECK
Cabin Information
| Cabin# | ROOM TYPE | BED TYPE (width x Height(cm/feet)) | CABIN SIZE (m/feet) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DELUXE DOUBLE (2Beds - Separate) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 5.0 / 9.84 x 16.40 |
| 2 | DELUXE DOUBLE (2Beds - Separate) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 5.0 / 9.84 x 16.40 |
| 3 | VALENTINA DOUBLE | 150 x 200 / 4.92 x 6.56 | 3.0 x 4.0 / 9.84 x 13.10 |
| 4 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 4.0 / 9.84 x 13.10 |
| 5 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 4.0 / 9.84 x 13.10 |
| 6 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 4.0 / 9.84 x 13.10 |
| 7 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 3.5 / 9.84 x 11.48 |
| 8 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 3.5 / 9.84 x 11.48 |
| 9 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 5.0 / 9.84 x 16.40 |
| 10 | DELUXE TWIN (2Beds - Bunk) | 100 x 200 / 3.28 x 6.56 140 x 200 / 4.59 x 6.56 |
3.0 x 5.0 / 9.84 x 16.40 |
Mother Boat
| Year Built | 1999 |
| Year Refit | 2010 & 2013 |
| Length | 38m / 130ft |
| Beam | 10m / 30ft |
| Cruising Speed | 12 knots |
| Capacity | 20 |
| Safety | Oxygen, Fire extinguishers, Life Jackets |
| Decks | Our bar facility in the Salon offers a choice of various soft drinks, cocktails, liquors, and draft beer. Some beverages require payment on site. |
| Cabin | Total 10 Cabins - Capacity 20 Guests All Cabins are equipped with A/C and a private restroom and a shower room. - 2 Cabins: Deluxe Double Plus Cabins with 1 double bed and 1 single bed - 1 Cabin: Valentina Double Cabin with 1 double bed. - 7 Cabins: Deluxe Twin Cabins with spacious wide bunk bed. |
| Bar | Our bar facility in the Salon offers a choice of various soft drinks, cocktails, liquors, and draft beer. Some beverages require payment on site. |
Sea of Cortez Liveaboard: ROUTE


Sea of Cortez 5nights 5days diving
The Sea of Cortez is known to encounter large pelagics such as whale sharks sharks, big school of hammer heads and to swin with Sea lions 100%.
Golden cow norse rays and Mobla rays are getting polpar year by year.
Come and dive with us! You will have the best diving experience of your life.
SAMPLE ITINERARY /5 nights/ 6 days/ 5 days diving
Check in 19:00 – 21:00
Arrival at La paz airport
Shared transfer from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina – complimentary
*The transfer can be arranged according to flight
From the 2024 season see below:
– Shared transportation from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina on the day of check-in. 25USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
– Shared transportation from hotels in LaPaz to LaPaz (LAP) airport on the following day after the cruise. 15USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
Check in at LaPaz Malecon
If you arrive at San Jose Del Cabo (SJD) airport, you are responsible for your own transfer
(No dinner service)
All guests must check-in by 18:00.
M/V VALENTINA
Time
Check in 19:00 – 21:00
Activity
Arrival at La paz airport
Shared transfer from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina – complimentary
*The transfer can be arranged according to flight
From the 2024 season see below:
– Shared transportation from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina on the day of check-in. 25USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
– Shared transportation from hotels in LaPaz to LaPaz (LAP) airport on the following day after the cruise. 15USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
Check in at LaPaz Malecon
If you arrive at San Jose Del Cabo (SJD) airport, you are responsible for your own transfer
(No dinner service)
All guests must check-in by 18:00.
Accommodation
M/V VALENTINA
*Schedules are subject to change.
All day
3-4dive at Swanee reef and La Reina
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Total 15-16 dives
M/V VALENTINA
All day
3-4DV at San Francisquito
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
M/V VALENTINA
All day
3 Dives at Sea lion point
1 night dive with Mobula rays
Land on Esprit Santo island hiking
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
M/V VALENTINA
All day
1-2DV around Salvatiela
Disembark the ship around at 16:00
Check out at LaPaz Malecon
Shared transportation from M/V Valentina to hotels in LaPaz – complimentary
If you return to Los Cabos area or San Jose del Cabo airport, you are responsible for own transfer.
(Breakfast / Lunch)
M/V VALENTINA


Sea of Cortez 6nights 6days diving
The Sea of Cortez is known to encounter large pelagics such as whale sharks sharks, big school of hammer heads and to swin with Sea lions 100%.
Golden cow norse rays and Mobla rays are getting polpar year by year.
Come and dive with us! You will have the best diving experience of your life.
SAMPLE ITINERARY /6 nights/7 days/6 days diving
Check in 19:00
Arrival at La paz airport
Shared transfer from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina – complimentary
*The transfer can be arranged according to flight
From the 2024 season see below:
– Shared transportation from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina on the day of check-in. 25USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
– Shared transportation from hotels in LaPaz to LaPaz (LAP) airport on the following day after the cruise. 15USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
Check in at LaPaz Malecon
*Dock in front of hotel La Perla
If you arrive at SJD airport, you are responsible for own transfer.
No dinner service
All guests must check-in by 18:00.
All day
3-4dive at Swanee reef and La Reina (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Maximum 18-20 dives during stay
M/V VALENTINA
All day
3-4 DV at Sea Lion Point
1night dive with Mobual rays
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
M/V VALENTINA
All day
3-4DV at San Francisquito
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
M/V VALENTINA
All day
3 Dives at Sea Lion Point
1 night dive with Mobula rays
Land on Esprit Santo island hiking
(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
M/V VALENTINA
*Schedules are subject to change.
La Paz & Cabo Pulmo Route1
It is the newest and gorgeous cruising route, which covers from Sea of Cortes and East cape in Baja California.
Highlights: Sea lions, Hammerhead sharks, Mobula rays, Mexican Barracudas and Whale sharks.


La Paz & Cabo Pulmo Route2
It is the newest and gorgeous cruising route, which covers from Sea of Cortes and East cape in Baja California.
Highlights: Sea lions, Hammerhead sharks, Mobula rays, Mexican Barracudas and Whale sharks.
Safety Standard of: Valentina
Dive insurance is required.
Medical Check Form Submission is required.
In order to ensure your safety, please read following safety standard.
(A) Certification
All divers must be certified as advanced open water scuba divers by an internationally
recognized certification organization.
(B) Guided diving
All dives are guided by instructor or dive master guide.
Divers must use a dive computer to keep their non-decompression time.
Divers must be in buddies and follow safety and dive planning briefing. Solo diving / Re-breather are not permitted, at any time.
(C) Side Mount diving
Side Mount diving is possible as long as you keep within our trip schedule (Max dive time,
Max depth) and follow safe diving practices at any time.
No solo diving. No Deco diving.
Additional 2nd Air Tank: US$ 3 /dive/ refill. Minimum 50 bar for 2nd tank.
Additional 2nd Nitrox tank: US$ 6 / dive / refill. Minimum 50 bar for 2nd tank.
Equipment: please bring own regulators and harness.



Experience
Sea of Cortes
Advance Open Water certification is required.
We recommend that you have more than 30 logged dives and have logged at least one
dive within 12 months before boarding the trip.
Dives are often at an advanced level such as El bajo and Las Animas. Current often can be
strong and divers often are required to swim against them.
Socorro Island
Advance Open Water certification is required.
We recommend that you have more than 50 logged dives and have logged at least one
dive within 6 months before boarding the trip.
All dives are often at an advanced level such and Current often can be strong and divers often are required to swim against them.
■ 3-4 dives per diving day except for the last day
(5 Nights – Max 16 dive | 6 Nights – Max 20 dive)
■ Full board meals except for dinner on the first day
■ Tanks, weights and weight belts
■ Qualified and experienced dive guide services
■ Beverages (water, local beer, soft drink, hot coffee and tea)
■ A glass of wine at dinner
■ Complimentary Transfer *Complimentary until the end of the 2023 season
– Shared transportation from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina on the day of check-in
– Shared transportation from M/V Valentina to hotels in LaPaz area on the day of cruise check-out
– Shared transportation from hotels in LaPaz to LaPaz (LAP) airport on the day after the check-out
*Guests shall arrange hotels separately in LaPaz on the night of check out and fly back one day after check out.
■ Complimentary Transfer *From the 2024 season (for airport transfers see PRICE EXCLUDE)
Shared transportation from M/V Valentina to hotels in LaPaz area on the day of cruise check-out.
*Guests shall arrange hotels separately in LaPaz on the night of check out and fly back on the following day.
■ National park fee (7USD per person per diving day) *The fee is subject to change.
■ Transfer on check in & check out date
– Shared transportation from La Paz (LAP) airport to M/V Valentina on the day of check-in. 25USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
– Shared transportation from hotels in LaPaz to LaPaz (LAP) airport on the following day after the cruise. 15USD/OW (1-2 pax per van)
■ Single Use Surcharge — 50% at the trip fee
■ Fuel Surcharge — 20USD per person per night
■ Gratuity (10-15% of trip cost)
■ Other Beverages at the bar
■ Rental Equipment
Full (BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, Mask, Fin, Snorkel 25USD/day or 120USD/week Wetsuit 15USD/day
BCD 15USD/day
REG 15USD/day
Mask + Snorkel + Fin 15USD/day
Dive Light 12USD/day
Dive Computer 15USD/day
Use of Nitrox 25USD/day or 120USD/week
Air Big Tank (100cu ft = approx 13.2L) tank 25USD/day
Nitrox Big Tank (100cu ft = approx 13.2L) tank 50USD/day
Certification Nitrox Course 270USD (Nitrox week use included)
*Pricing is subject to change
【Applicable to new bookings only Effective from August-01-2023】
■Individuals :
1. $500USD of the cruise rate per person is due within 14 days of the reservation.
2. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure date.
■Groups (Half yacht or more):
1. A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of US$1,500 accompanied by a signed contract is required within 14 days of the reservation.
2. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure date.
【Applicable to new bookings only Effective from August-01-2023】
■Individuals: If a cancellation is made
1) 61 days or more prior to departure, deposit is forfeited.
2) 60 days or less prior to departure, 100% of the cruise rate is forfeited and no refund is available.
■Groups (half yacht or more):
1. 61 days or more prior to departure, US$ 1,500 deposit is forfeited.
2. 60 days or less prior to departure, 100% of the charter rate is forfeited and no refund is available.
■NUMBER REDUCTIONS
Once a deposit has been made, the charterer becomes financially responsible for the charterer. In the event the charterer cannot fulfill the contracted commitment for a whole boat charter and drops to a half boat charter, there will be a loss of free spaces according to our policy. If charter drops below half boat charter, all free spaces will be forfeited.
In addition, all cancellation terms apply, regardless of the charter status, which are non-refundable and non-transferable. Penalties must be settled with final payment of 60 days prior to the departure date.
If the number of passengers is reduced from the original reservation the followings apply:
1. More than 4 months prior to departure, if no. of passengers is reduced by 20%, it will result in loss of complimentary space(s) accordingly.
2. 60 days or less prior to departure, if no. of passenger(s) is reduced, 100% of the rate per person is forfeited and there will be a reduction/loss of free space(s)
Video Galleries
Welcome to Sea of Cortez ~Dive in World Heritage Site
Diving in Sea of Cortez
DIVE SITES
Los IsLotes
El Bajo
El Bajo is well known to have hammerhead sharks, whale sharks and marlin. There are three seamounts and even the pinnacles of the reefs are still 59 to 72 ft of deep. Mostly we do drift dives here from one of the pinnacle to 98 ft aiming to see hammerhead sharks.
During diving here, you can be surrounded by hundreds of bonitos or skip jacks. Then a hundred of parent-child hammerhead sharks pass by you snaking their head and body! It is a thrilling experience!
Besides that, you can see marlin passing in front of you and whale sharks swimming passing you on the way to descent or ascent. “El Bajo” is captivating with so many gorgeous big-fish, it is so hard to take a break until you get back on board.
Punta Lobo
Whale Island
This precipitous island looks like a whale. That’s the reason why it has the name. On the southwest side of the island there is a ship wreck and some caves lead to the north side. You can see many of seafans inside of the caves.
After you enjoy the feeling of exploration using your underwater light up in the cave, you are welcomed by Cortez angel fish around the exit area. Please watch your fins and guages when you pass through the caves not to bang and break these seafans.
And although you try hard very enough to proceed you never get out from the big school of Mobula rays. On the surface of the water, you can see the Mobula rays jumping around and rolling upside down.
La Paz Bay
Swannee Reef
Salvatierra Wreck
El Corralito
San Francisquito
Las Animas
Cabo Pulmo