Nautilus Under Sea Liveaboard Review

The 27 meters Nautilus Under Sea is a liveaboard sailing to the Guadalupe and Socorro Islands of Mexico. The dive boat is part of the Nautilus fleet and operates shark cage diving as well as regular scuba diving operations. Formerly known as the Under Sea Hunter, the vessel has undergone a full refit in 2016 and changed name.

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Boat  Cabins & Layout

The Nautilus Under Sea features 8 cabins on-board, for a maximum capacity of 17 divers. All the cabins have air-conditioning as well as en-suite bathrooms and are spread between the 3 decks. Indeed, the upper deck is home to a premium suite cabin which is spacious and features a large double bed. The six superior cabins are located on the lower deck and feature 2 bunk beds. Hence, the main deck has 1 cabin for either double or triple occupancy.

You can check the latest schedule & prices for this liveaboard here.

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Nautilus Under Sea On-board Facilities

The Under Sea has a massive salon/lounge which is adjacent to the equally spacious dining area. Indeed, there’s plenty of room the 17 guests and it was made to be cozy and feel like home. There are couches, cushions, a big screen television and a media library as well as books and board games.

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Furthermore, if you head outside, you will find a roomy sundeck and lounging areas as well. The sundeck is partially shaded so you can read or nap peacefully. Of course, you can use one of the loungers and enjoy the sun as well as the beautiful view of Mexico!

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Vessel Layout

The Under Sea is the newest addition to the Nautilus Explorer Fleet. Indeed, this means that the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard is the sistership of the Under Sea. If the Explorer was built in 2000, the Under Sea, which just wen through a full refit, doesn’t have much to envy. Hence, the Under Sea is smaller and offers a more personal and customizable experience.

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Diving with the Nautilus Under Sea

The dive deck of the Under Sea is massive. There is everything you need for your camera and personal gear. The set up is made so there are individual stations and plenty of space to roam around even in full gear. The access to the water is easy with the large platform and there’s always the professional team around to help!

 If seeing a great white shark up close is what you always wanted, the Under Sea is going to the Guadalupe Island is the exact boat you need! Either way, there’s also amazing diving awaiting with the scuba diving team. Plus, the Socorro Islands are home to the large pacific mantas as well as many species of sharks and perhaps you’ll meet a humpback whale! Mexico is nothing bu short of option!

Price starts at 2,795$US for 6 days / 5 nights – Guadalupe Island
Socorro Expedition price starts at 2,895$US for 9 days / 8 nights