Called by Jacques Cousteau “The Aquarium of the world” the Sea of Cortez offers a huge diversity in sea life, from playful sea lions, hammerhead sharks, to the biggest fish in the world, the whale shark.

 

 

 

 

 

The Baja Peninsula

Long and deserted, the contrast of the pristine blue ocean and the unique living desert make the peninsula of Baja California one of the last frontiers for the lovers of nature. Endemic plants and animals witnessed for thousands of years the isolation of this land, inhabited only for nomadic tribes that left no signs of culture but only rupestrian paintings of unknown origin but considered now as heritage for the humanity. Later, still nomadic tribes known as Guaycuras, Cochimies and Pericues, roamed the coasts in search of food and shelter, walking into extinction at
the end of the 18th century.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sea Lion

With beautiful year-round weather, The Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez, has everything you could want from a vacation.  Pichilingue Bay gives access to the most beautiful islands and beaches for snorkeling expeditions where you mix with playful Sea Lions and all kinds of tropical fish. Schools of dolphins and the occasional transient whale are also found in this area.  Marina Pichilingue is strategically located for fishing, kayaking, sailing, diving, snorkeling and any other water activity of your choice, as well as hosting boats up to 75ft long.  The highlight of your visit could be a liveaboard dive trip to the unspoilt islands of Socorro and Guadalupe to see the Great White Sharks and huge Manta Rays.

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Great White Shark

Located in the Pacific Ocean 200 miles off the coast from San Diego and Tijuana, Guadalupe Island is one of the best locations in the world to see Great White Sharks, not only because of its constant shark sightings but because of the fantastic clear waters, where you can expect 20-30 meter visibility.  Live aboard scuba dive trips to Guadalupe Island provide endless opportunities to see and photograph these magnificent and misunderstood creatures from the safety of specially constructed cages.  Among a number of regular scheduled trips, “Educational and Research Trips” are organized with lectures and information by a Shark Expert from the Shark Research Institute.

 

 

 

 

Manta Ray

Known worldwide as the “Mexican Galapagos” Socorro Island is a great place to dive. This group of volcanic islands attract large concentrations of fish, whale sharks, Great White Sharks, Sea Lions and the biggest Manta Rays you can ever dream with.   Socorro island is found approximately 240 miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, a remote location where only long range boats s can go, making it an uncrowded and unspoilt place to dive, This fact, along with the preservation efforts of the Mexican Navy base on site, makes it a dream place for divers from all around the world.

For more information on Live Aboard Diving Trips … http://www.seaescapeliveaboard.com

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Cliff Chapman
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