Highlights
- The Quino El Guardian is a custom built for scuba diving and scientific research
- Dive with humpbacks, dolphins and friendly mantas, relax in the afternoon before you take part in a shark observation night dive, then enjoy complimentary beer and wine back on board
- Three 3 incredible itineraries take in top dive sites across Socorro and the Sea of Cortez, the latter of which was called the 'World's Aquarium' by Jacques Cousteau
- All dives are done from inflatable pangs with captains and sturdy ladders
Liveaboard Description
The Quino el Guardian liveaboard is 90 ft long with a 25 ft beam, Quino holds room for 16 passengers with additional space for two of the group leaders in the crew quarters. 5 cabins: 4 cabins with 4 beds, each with with privacy curtains and a storage drawer for each gu...
- The Quino el Guardian liveaboard is 90 ft long with a 25 ft beam, Quino holds room for 16 passengers with additional space for two of the group leaders in the crew quarters. 5 cabins: 4 cabins with 4 beds, each with with privacy curtains and a storage drawer for each guest. There is one cabin with 2 bunks that sleeps 2. There is air con throughout for everyone’s comfort.
There are 4 spacious community bathrooms equipped with full size showers. Social areas include the indoor salon with comfortable sofas, TV and computer table.
All meals and snacks are included. Start the day early with a continental breakfast with bagels, toast, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereals, fresh juices, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. After your first dive you will enjoy an American style breakfast consisting of items such as pancakes, waffles, eggs, breakfast meats, and potatoes. After your second dive you will come back to a hearty lunch that starts with a home-made soup followed by a plated meal such with fish, beef or chicken, fresh vegetables, home-made pasta salads, burgers, fish tacos, and more.
In the mid afternoon our chef will prepare a lovely snack with items such as mini sandwiches, sliced cheese and meats, nachos, guacamole, etc. You will end your day with a wonderful, three course dinner that starts with a salad, a main course with seafood, beef, chicken or pork cooked with savory spices, paired with vegetables, pastas and potatoes. Desserts are a sweet surprise made fresh daily.Beers and wines are included.
In between dives, guests can relax on the large partially shaded sundeck with lawn chairs.
The Quino el Guardian liveaboard offers divers the choice of three itineraries, depending on the time of year. The Socorro Islands, which is known for being home to the world's friendliest manta rays, humpback whales and pods of dolphins, the Sea of Cortez, where you can dive untouched walls with abundant marine life and the chance to spot whales and whale sharks, and the final itinerary is Baja California, where divers will explore this amazing region which includes Cabo Pulmo, touted by Jacques Cousteau as ‘the aquarium of the sea’. Diving takes place from the huge dive deck, which is well organised for gear storage and has spacious camera tables.
Dates and Prices
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26 Jul 2025 Best of Sea of Cortez - Midriffs Islands (Puerto Peñasco - Puerto Peñasco)8 days / 7 nights 8 days / 7 nights USD 0.00Full |
02 Aug 2025 Best of Sea of Cortez - Midriffs Islands (Puerto Peñasco - Puerto Peñasco)8 days / 7 nights 8 days / 7 nights USD 0.007 spaces left Select Cabin |
09 Aug 2025 Best of Sea of Cortez - Midriffs Islands (Puerto Peñasco - Puerto Peñasco)8 days / 7 nights 8 days / 7 nights USD 0.00Full |
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23 Aug 2025 Best of Sea of Cortez - Midriffs Islands (Puerto Peñasco - Puerto Peñasco)8 days / 7 nights 8 days / 7 nights USD 0.00Full |
What's included
Insurance , Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals),Snacks, Diving Package, Kayaks, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, VAT. Required Extras
Dive Insurance, National Park Fees (75 USD per day).Optional Extras
Gratuities, Nitrox, Nitrox Course (245 USD),Rental Gear.Booking
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You only need to pay 48hrs after your booking is confirmedPayment options
No Credit Card Or Booking FeesPayment
- Now: 0%
- 48 hours after booking confirmation: 30%
- 90 days before trip start: 100%
Cancellation
- Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation
- If you cancel more than 91 days before the start of the trip you will lose 30% of your total booking
- 100% if you cancel within 90 days of your trip
Accomodation options
Staterooms
Six cabins feature two single beds with reading lights. Adjustable reading lights to focus the illumination without disturbing your cabin-mate. Each cabin is carpeted and air conditioned. There are room length windows with privacy curtains and convenient gear and clothes storage drawers beneath the beds.
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | 2 |
| Shareable: | Yes |
| Private bathroom: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
Double Cabins
Two cabins have a double bed with lots of storage space underneath. Adjustable reading lights to focus the illumination without disturbing your cabin-mate. All cabins have air conditioning, a private bathroom and shower.
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | 2 |
| Shareable: | No |
| Private bathroom: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
Double And Single Cabins
Two staterooms on the second deck behind the bridge on the port and starboard side. Each features a full size lower bed and a single size bed on top with adjustable reading lights. Each cabin is carpeted and air conditioned. There are room length windows with privacy curtains and convenient gear and clothes storage drawers beneath the beds.
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | 2 |
| Shareable: | Yes |
| Private bathroom: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | |
| Shareable: | No |
| Private bathroom: | No |
| Air Conditioning: | No |
Staterooms
Staterooms
Six cabins feature two single beds with reading lights. Adjustable reading lights to focus the illumination without disturbing your cabin-mate. Each cabin is carpeted and air conditioned. There are room length windows with privacy curtains and convenient gear and clothes storage drawers beneath the beds.
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | 2 |
| Shareable: | Yes |
| Private bathroom: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
Double Cabins
Double Cabins
Two cabins have a double bed with lots of storage space underneath. Adjustable reading lights to focus the illumination without disturbing your cabin-mate. All cabins have air conditioning, a private bathroom and shower.
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | 2 |
| Shareable: | No |
| Private bathroom: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
Double And Single Cabins
Double And Single Cabins
Two staterooms on the second deck behind the bridge on the port and starboard side. Each features a full size lower bed and a single size bed on top with adjustable reading lights. Each cabin is carpeted and air conditioned. There are room length windows with privacy curtains and convenient gear and clothes storage drawers beneath the beds.
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | 2 |
| Shareable: | Yes |
| Private bathroom: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
| Bed type: | |
| Max occupancy: | |
| Shareable: | No |
| Private bathroom: | No |
| Air Conditioning: | No |
Boat facilities
Liveaboard Facilities:
- Air-Conditioning
- Non-smoking Rooms
- En-suite Bathrooms
- Warm-water Showers
Diving & Photo:
- Camera & Photography Station
- Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
- Charging Stations
- Tanks with Int (Yoke) Valves