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Scuba Center Eagan
1571 Century Point
Eagan, Minnesota 55121
(651) 681-8434 |
Scuba Center Minneapolis
5015 Penn Ave South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55419
(612) 925-4818 |
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Northern
Sea of Cortez: Sep 5-12, 2026 |
Midriff Islands in the Sea of Cortez, Mexico. |
The
Sea of Cortez is along the same fault line as the San Andreas Fault. The
only other similar topography can be found in the Red Sea! Its northern
terminus is in northern Mexico - just a 4 hour drive from Phoenix,
Arizona. Legendary explorer and inventor, Jacques Cousteau, called it
the “world’s aquarium”. You will dive with sea lion colonies, dense
schools of fish, eels, octopuses and jumping mobula rays. Macro
photographers will delight in seeing colorful blennies, dancing jawfish,
nudibranchs and sea horses. |
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To
enjoy these amazing dives, we will be traveling on the Rocio Del Mar. The
vessel is 110’ feet long with a 25’ beam. It comfortably accommodates 20
guests in 10 air conditioned cabins. There is a large salon with full sized
sofas to relax in after your dives. A shaded deck offers another space
perfect for relaxing and taking in the beautiful desert scenery. It is also
where you want to be to enjoy the amazing desert sunrises and sunsets!
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There is a myriad of surface attractions to enjoy while the boat is
underway. Guests consistently see giant pods of dolphins and whale species -
including pilot, fin, sperm, and orcas. As you might expect with waters
teeming with life, bird life is also fantastic. Blue and brown footed boobie
birds, cormorants, frigate birds, and the endemic yellow-footed gulls are
commonly seen. |
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 3-4
dives are offered daily. The dive deck is well organized with each diver
assigned a dive station. For photographers there is a spacious camera table
with plenty of 110 outlets. Dives are done from 18 foot inflatable pangas.
Boat rides are typically just a few minutes long. A custom designed boarding
ladder makes exiting the water easy. The dive crew is happy to assist divers
with knee or back issues.
You will enjoy ample and delicious meals
during your stay on the Rocio Del Mar. Each day starts with a continental
breakfast with fresh fruit, cereals, bagels, yogurt, breads and freshly
brewed coffee. After the first dive guests enjoy a made to order breakfast.
After the second dive you will be served homemade soup and a hot plated
lunch. Snacks are served after the 3rd dive. Dinner is three courses; salad,
entrée, and homemade dessert. |
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great thing about this trip is how easy it is to get there! We will fly into
Phoenix. Upon arriving at the Sky Harbor Airport, a shuttle service will
take us the rest of the way crossing the border to Puerto Penasco, Mexico
where the Rocio Del Mar docks. After boarding, we sail 12 hours to the
Midriff islands where we begin our week of incredible diving the following
morning! |
Includes: |
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Ground transfers from Sky Harbor Airport, Phoenix to Puerto Penasco,
Mexico and return.
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7 nights on board the Rocio Del Mar
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All meals,
snacks and beverages, including soft drinks, local beer and wine
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All
taxes and port fees
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3 to 4 dives daily plus 2 night dives*
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Tanks
and weights
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*Friday before departure there will be 2 morning
dives followed by a whale shark snorkeling excursion.
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Not included in the package: |
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Roundtrip airfare to Phoenix
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National Park Fee – $5.75 per day of
diving**
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Nitrox Fee - $140
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Crew gratuity
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Mexican Tourist Card - $35**
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Incidental charges: Individual group members will be responsible for
their own charges including but not limited to beverages and bar bill,
telephone, internet usage, sightseeing, equipment rental of any sort,
gratuities and any other items of a personal nature.
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**Note: Costs may vary due to changes in the exchange rate.
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Please note the following: |
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Scuba certification card required for each
diver.
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We recommend all divers purchase DAN
membership.
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We highly recommend all travelers purchase
travel insurance.
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A passport is required for travel.
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Dates: Sep 5-12, 2026 |
Trip Cost:
$3325 *** (Per Person/Double
Occupancy) |
***All rates quoted by Scuba Center include
a 2% discount for cash/check payments. |
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Reservations /
Deposit Information: |
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Registration:
An application for this
trip must be completed by each traveler at the time of registration. You may
pick up a trip application at either store or print out our
Scuba Center Trip Application. Complete the application and fax, mail or drop off in
person with a $500 non-refundable deposit per person. |
For more information, contact our
Travel Department. |
DAN
Membership & Diving Insurance
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Sample packing checklist
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