MV Rocio del Mar Mexico Sea of Cortez Liveaboard Diving Review
Liveaboard Review Introduction
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Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard is a 27m (89f) Mexico Sea of Cortez diving safari boat for up to 20 guests enjoying 10 cabins and 11 bathrooms. This Mexico liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3 out of 10 and is rated 'Superb'.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a superb Mexico liveaboard diving safari, an excellent choice is the MV Rocio del Mar diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Mexico diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3 out of 10, and is rated "Superb".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 8 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 9 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 5 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 4 out of 7, Food Luxury: 9 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 7 out of 9. This makes an average Total Lux Rating of 42 out of 52 (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Sea of Cortez MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard costs from £291 per day ($290/€271)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, diving courses, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard include: no internet.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard is 27 metres (89 feet) long, has 10 cabins and 11 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 20 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights, 13 Days/12 Nights, 14 Days/13 Nights, 15 Days/14 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries have been added or you can book by click here: MV Rocio del Mar).
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose a cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Mexico; 8. Pay for your MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard trip.
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* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.22 and for GBP to Euro is 1.14. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Rocio del Mar.
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Liveaboard Diving
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Liveaboard Review Highlights
Diving Liveaboard ReviewMexico MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard review in detail.
Video TitleDive Socorro on Rocio del Mar Liveaboard! Experience diving Socorro aboard Rocio del Mar!
Flexible BookingThis liveaboard has flexible booking terms, which means you can book with confidence knowing that this dive boat offers a free trip reschedule within 24 months if you are unable to travel due to Covid19 related restrictions (T & Cs apply).
Nitrox DivingPaid nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving if you are happy to pay for it. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving CoursesThis liveaboard offers diving courses, which means you benefit from being able to advance your diving skills. These training courses are an extra charge.
Scuba Gear RentalYou can rent scuba gear on this dive boat so you benefit from being able travel light and simply rent all your scuba equipment once onboard.
InternetThere is no WIFI or internet available on this liveaboard.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon CabinsEach cabin has air-conditioning, which means you can choose your own cabin temperature for personal comfort and a good nights sleep.
Private CharterThis liveaboard is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
DIN AdaptersIf you have DIN regulators do not worry as this liveaboard has DIN to Yoke regulator adaptors onboard.
Relaxing between dives
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Liveaboard Luxury Features Review
Liveaboard Luxury FeaturesThe 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Mexico dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52/52=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard has 42 out of a total of 52 possible benefits and features. This total is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: YES; Outside Showers: YES; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Cabin Features' and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 4 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' features, and include: Beach Towels: YES, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 9 out of 11 'Food Features' and include: BBQ Area: YES; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: NO; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: YES; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option, Set Menu Dinner).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 7 out of 9 'Drink Features' and include: Bar: NO; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: NO; Free Soft Drinks: YES; Free Wine With Dinner: YES; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: YES.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer ReviewsThe MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Sea Lions and Whale Sharks. Best parts were diving and interacting with the sea lions. We also had a long snorkel with the Whale Sharks which was quite memorable. The crew was fantastic and food was very good too. In addition black coral forests were fantastic along with nudibranchs and other sea life. Overall an excellent trip.” Recommended for: Diving, Sea Lions, Whale Sharks, Food on boat.
Customer Review ByGordon P, from: United Kingdom scored the MV Rocio del Mar 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Rocio del Mar.
”Folicking Fun. The crew was excellent in helping us enjoy this wonderful ecosystem. When a superpod of common dolphins were close, after diving, they took us out in the Zodiaks (Pangas) to snorkle with them and see them up close. Great food, presented well with gracious accomodations for special diets. They were always courteous and kind, on the boat and in the water Also, sea lions.” Recommended for: The Crew, Sea Lions, Dolphins.
Customer Review ByBonnie M, from: United States scored the MV Rocio del Mar 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Rocio del Mar.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: MV Rocio del Mar to find out how to get from to join the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the MV Rocio del Mar dive boat.
TitleRocio del Mar Liveaboard Dive Boat - Giant Manta Rays at the Boiler at San Benedicto Island - Dive with magical manta rays at the famous "Boiler" dive site in Socorro!
TitleDive Socorro and the Sea of Cortez aboard Rocio del Mar and Quino el Guardian Liveaboards! Highly regarded liveaboards, both ROCIO DEL MAR & QUINO EL GUARDIAN offer fantastic experiences to the iconic dive areas of the Socorro Islands, Sea of Cortez and B
Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 37 times in total on the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Mexico, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: YES; Advanced Open Water Diver: NO.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard for your dive trip to Mexico, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: YES; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: YES; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: NO.
Your Diver experienceIf you choose the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard for your dive trip to Mexico, make sure you select the right itinerary for your level of diver experience. Itineraries on the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard include the following alternatives: Beginner/Novice (up to 9 logged dives): YES; Advanced Beginner (10-19 dives): NO; Intermediate Diver (20 to 29 logged dives): NO; Advanced Intermediate (30 to 39 logged dives): NO; Proficient Diver (40 to 49 logged dives): NO; Advanced Diver (more than 50 logged dives): YES.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard includes: Cold Water Diving, Coral Gardens, Deep Dives, Drift Diving, Marine Life, Night Dives, Pinnacles, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving.
Marine Life SpeciesThe sea life you might see on your Mexico liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Mexico liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard in Mexico might include:
Ray SpeciesYou may see the following rays species: Manta Rays, Mobula Rays, Sting Rays.
More About Rays
Fish SpeciesYou may also see the following fish species: Barracudas, Clownfish (Anemonefish), Garden Eels, Groupers, Moray Eels, Parrot Fish, Porcupine Fish, Reef Fish, Sailfish, Sea Horses.
More About Fish
Other Marine Life & Bird SpeciesYou may see the following marine and bird life: Crabs, Hard Corals, Jellyfish, Lobsters, Nudibranchs, Octopus, Soft Corals, Squid, Starfish, Turtles.
More About Other Marine Life
Marine Mammal SpeciesYou might encounter the following mammals: Dolphins, Orca (Killer Whales), Pilot Whales, Sea Lions, Sperm Whales.
Video TitleMarine Life of the Sea of Cortez - A survey of marine organisms (including Whale Sharks and California Sea Lions as well as numerous fish and invertebrate species) from a one week diving trip (Spring - 2019) to the La Paz, Cabo Pulmo, and Cabo San Lucas
Another Marine Life Video
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price of booking the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard includes: Alcoholic Beverages, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Kayaks, Snacks, Soft Drinks, Tea & Coffee, Wine with Dinner.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard: Gratuities, Nitrox, Nitrox Course, Rental Gear.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard: Dive Insurance, National Park Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length27 metres (89 feet).
Maximum Guests20
Cabins and BathroomsThe MV Rocio del Mar dive boat has 10 cabins and 11 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe MV Rocio del Mar has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving YES; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 2 out of 3 (i.e. 67%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: NO; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 4 out of 17 (i.e. 24%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: NO; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: YES; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: NO; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: NO; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; YES.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Spanish.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionThe MV Rocio del Mar Sea of Cortez liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3, is rated 'Superb'. This Mexico liveaboard is a 27 metre (89 feet) dive boat for up to 20 guests across 10 cabins (inc. double cabins, twin cabins), and has 11 bathrooms. The MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard has aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, flexible booking, diving courses, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental. To book: MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard prices start at £291 per day ($290/€271)*.
More InformationTo discover more about the MV Rocio del Mar diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Mexico you can do this here: MV Rocio del Mar. But if you want to compare this Mexico liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Mexico, please take a look at the table below. If you are only interested in Mexico liveaboards, select "Country" from the list of searchable options from first dropdown menu and type "Mexico" in the search box:
Searchable Liveaboard CountriesCountries you can search for liveaboards include: Antarctica, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Fiji, Galapagos, Honduras, Indonesia, Maldives, Mexico, Micronesia, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Polynesia, Portugal, Red Sea, Similan Islands, Solomon Islands, St. Maaten, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Virgin Islands (If you want to search a country other than "Mexico", simply copy and past the country name from this list instead).
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.22 and for GBP to Euro is 1.14. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Rocio del Mar Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Rocio del Mar.
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Have Fun & Be SafeThere will also be many more pages and articles about scuba diving and scuba diving safety tips (and on snorkelling too) for you to read and learn about this fabulous sport. Please don't forget to rate the MV Rocio del Mar liveaboard above if you've already dived in Mexico from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
MV Rocio del Mar Mexico Sea of Cortez Liveaboard Diving Review
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Article written by Russell Bowyer who has been a scuba diver since diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1989. After his first dive he trained as a BSAC diver in the UK. He attained his Diver Leader certification with BSAC. He then went on to become a scuba diving instructor, teaching others how to dive and was voted as Diving Officer and Treasurer for the Saffron Walden BSAC club too. Russell has dived all over the world, including the UK, on liveaboards in the Red Sea, the Caribbean, South Africa and the USA. Russell is experienced in all dive types, including drift diving, deep dives that involved decompression stops and recreational dives too.