Socorro Islands liveaboard

ARRIVAL / CHECK-IN
Check-in is available from 15:00 to 17:00. All guests must be on board by 17:00, as the Valentina departs at 17:45.  
If your flight schedule does not allow you to board by 17:00, we will arrange transportation to the vessel by Zodiac boat.
Please arrange your own transportation from the airport to the marina.
If you would like to reserve a shared transportation, feel free to contact us.
Shared transportation from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) airport to M/V Valentina on the day of check-in---45USD per person.
If you are already staying nearby, you may proceed directly to the Marina named “Puerto Los Cabos” by 17:00.
Puerto Los Cabos Marina:
Blvd. Mar de Cortes s/n entre glorieta 2 y glorieta 3 col.
La Playita San Jose del Cabo BCS CP 23403
TEL/FAX  + 010-52-624-105-3028

DEPARTURE / CHECK-OUT
Check out is scheduled for around 10:00 on the last day of the trip.
Please note that check-out time may vary depending on weather and diving conditions.
If you wish to reserve a transportation, please feel free to contact us.
Shared transportation from M/V Valentina to San Jose del Cabo (SJD) airport on the day of check-out---45USD per person.        

Yes. Dinner on the arrival day is included in this trip.

Your passport must be valid until return to your home, and you must have a return airline ticket to return your home. Please check with the appropriate consulate to ensure that you have the proper documentation. It is the traveler's responsibility.

There will be 3 or 4 qualified and experienced dive instructors (guides) on the boat who speak English, Spanish or Japanese.

Nitrox is available with an additional charge, provided the diver is Nitrox certified.
The cost for Nitrox use is 30USD per day or 140USD per week. *From the 2026 season - 30USD/day or 150USD/week
For large tank (100ft³, approx13.2L) with Nitrox, the charge is 60USD per day or 280USD per week. * From the 2026 season - 60USD/day or 300USD per week
Pleas note that large tanks are available in limited quantities.

Yes, we offer Starlink service. Cost : 5GB for 80 USD /  10GB for 150 USD In case of emergency, our captain has a satellite phone to communicate with land.

The standard valve is Y type. DIN adjustor is also available on board.

Tanks, weights and weight belts are provided.

• • 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)

Rental equipment is available on board. Please let us know at least 10days prior to your departure to ensure on-time preparation. The following items are the diver’s responsibility.

Full	30USD/day or 150USD/week
Wetsuit	15USD/day
BCD	15USD/day
REG	15USD/day
Mask + Snorkel + Fin	15USD/day
Dive Computer	15USD/day
Use of Nitrox	30USD/day or 140USD/week
100ft³ (13.2L) air tank	30USD/day or 140SUD/week *limited availability
100ft³ (13.2L) tank Nitrox	60USD/day or 280USD/week *limited availability
* Pricing is subject to change

* CASH ONLY **From 2026 season Full 35USD/day or 200USD/week Use of Nitrox 30USD/day or 150USD/week Air Big Tank (100cu ft = approx 13.2L) tank 30USD/day or 150USD/week Nitrox Big Tank (100cu ft = approx 13.2L) tank 60USD/day or 300USD/week Certification Nitrox Course 280USD (Nitrox week use included)

All cabins have private toilet and shower booth. Air condition/ heir-dryer / shampoo / conditioner and body soap

All of the cabins have an adapter for any type of socket. Electric power is 110V and 60 cycles. We recommend you to bring a transformer if necessary.

100ft³ (approx 13.2L) air tank	30USD/day *limited availability ＊From the 2024 season
100ft³ (approx 13.2L)  tank Nitrox	60USD/day *limited availability ＊From the 2024 season

The number of big tank is limited. Please book ahead to avoid missing out. ** CASH ONLY**

Crew gratuities are not included in your trip fee. The crew members work very hard to provide the best possible service for you. If you are happy with the service, please provide gratuities on the last day. An envelope will be handed to you or placed in your room with service survey. The gratuities will be shared equally among the crew.   For your reference, 10% of the trip rate (US$300-400) per trip per person would be appreciated.

Nitrox Course: $270 - This includes all necessary equipment (tanks, use of oxygen analyzer, use of course materials, instructor, and check out dives). Certification will be from an international certification agency (PADI). (Nitrox week use included) ** CASH ONLY**

We accept USD and MXN. If you would like to pay by credit card, please visit the office of FUNBAJA, local operator, in LaPaz. VISA or MASTER is acceptable with additional handling fee 16%.

Whether it’s your anniversary, birthday, honeymoon, 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 prior to traveling so the crew is notified in advance.

Blend of Western, Mexican, Asian Cuisine are prepared on board. All meals consists of vegetables, rice, pasta, soup, fish, beef, Sashimi(raw fish), Tacos, ceviche ets. We set up a special Mexican BBQ dinner on the last day of the trip. Beers and Soft drinks are included in your tour price. Complimentary glass of wine is served at dinner. Please list on the application form any dietary (vegetarian food, allergic food) needs you have.

Yes, please bring shoes that you can use on board (only for inside).

Yes. It is possible as long as you follow our trip schedule (Max dive time/ Max depths) and respect No Deco Diving / No Solo Diving. Please bring your own harness. Air Extra Tank for side mount = US$15 per day

In case you miss your flight or are not be able to make it to Valentina on schedule, Please call +52 1 (612) 1067148 , WhatsApp is available. Mr. Enrique Castillo under FUN BAJA operation center.   Or at +52 1 (612)1832075 (Ms. Naho) Email: lbvalentina@funbaja.com  

We have life boats, lifesaver rings, life jackets and emergency lights on board which are examined and certified by Harbors Bureau of Mexico annually. Our fire extinguishers are examined and certified by Harbors Bureau of Mexico annually.  We hereby confirm that without the certificates, we are not allowed to operate our boat and we are fully compliant with it.  We also have smoke detectors in each cabin and the engine room. Rest assured that we do everything possible to ensure the safety of our guests and if you have any further questions on the safety issues, we are more than happy to answer any of your queries.  

    *Pricing is subject to change

Please submit the documents and passport  2 weeks before departure. If the document is not in English or Spanish, please attach a document translated into English or Spanish. Please note that It is up to CONANP to review whether or not the discount application is applied, so it is not guaranteed that it will pass if it is applied. ●Eligible for 100% discount -Persons under the age of 12 -Disabled person (proof and/or proof of physical disability) -Elderly and INAPAM holder. If you are a Mexican, this document is mandatory. -Pensioners and retirees (Documents that show that you are retired and that you are receiving a pension are required) ●Eligible for 70% discount -Faculty and students (must have a certificate stating the validity period).