Mobulas and Orcas
About the Experience
Sea of Cortez
Mobula Ray And Orca Expedition
7 Nights/ 8 Days
From mid-May to July, thousands of Mobula rays aggregate in the deep south of the Sea of Cortez, and Nautilus Dive Adventures is excited to unveil a new expedition to witness the Mobula migration first-hand aboard the Nautilus Gallant Lady, for a special Scuba Fest price.
We’ve been plying the Sea of Cortez since 1974 and know some of the best, secret spots for unique animal encounters. On this week-long voyage on the Gallant Lady, experience the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel and free dive with Mobula rays and predatory pods of orcas.
Aside from mingling with mobulas and orcas, witness huge pods of dolphins and even the possibility of sperm and fin whales. Mobula rays often like to breach the surface, so there will be ample opportunity to witness these gravity-defying acrobatics out of the water, whether while sipping on an icy beverage on deck or getting up close and personal on a kayak. This is the perfect trip for both divers and snorkelers.
This adventure is mostly snorkeling and freediving, however, scuba diving will be available for night dives and one day at Cabo Pulmo.
To finish off the trip, kayak, paddleboard, snorkel, and hike on the beautiful, protected Isla Espiritu Santo, before tucking into a delicious beachfront barbecue.2
SUPERIOR SUITE: USD $4,000
PREMIUM SUITE: USD $4,500
AVAILABLE DATES
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Aboard Gallant Lady
The Flying Rays of the Sea of Cortez
Seeing the color variations and geometric patterns of these rays as they dance underwater is a hypnotizing sight and a dream for photographers. Above water, these rays have earned a reputation for their acrobatic prowess. Hailed as the flying rays of the Sea of Cortez, rays are typically five to seven feet across, and witnessing males leaping out of the water, wings (pectoral fins) flapping, is an unforgettable sight. More athletic individuals can reach an altitude of ten feet or more, and while it’s a guess on our part, we believe that the higher the boys jump, the more impressed the girls are!
Trip Itenarary
Day 1 - Welcome Aboard
Meet at SeeCreatures Cabo Dive Center at 4pm for a complimentary antigen test and to be kitted out with a wetsuit and snorkeling gear. Stick around for a complimentary Backscatter photography workshop in preparation for the incredible snaps you’ll be gaining on this adventure!
At 7:30pm we’ll board the Nautilus Gallant Lady to depart for the Sea of Cortez.
Toast to your upcoming adventure with a delicious dinner as we make the five-hour voyage to Cabo Pulmo.
Day 2 - 6 - Swin with Mobulas and Orcas
Slip into a wonderful routine of eating, sleeping, mingling with mobulas and repeat.
We will have airplane support at least two days on this expedition to get you in the water with the biggest squadrons of mobula rays and the best chance of orcas. We will be dividing into two groups of six at a time in our high-speed 32 ft support boat to get you in the water as often as possible. The more times you splash, the greater your chance of a magical encounter with mobulas. And fingers crossed, orcas…
In the late afternoon, take advantage of kayaking, paddleboarding, or a beach hike..
Day 7 - Cabo Pulmo
On the final day, you’ll the opportunity to dive or snorkel at Cabo Pulmo World Heritage Biosphere Reserve, home to some of the fishiest waters we’ve come across (over 6,000 species and counting, to be specific).
Finish the day enjoying a barbecue on the beach before we set sail for Cabo San Lucas.
Day 8 - Wave Goodbye
Sadly, it’s the end of your trip. After a final breakfast, we’ll disembark the boat in Cabo.
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