
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“A genuine 5 star liveaboard! Third time on this liveaboard and it’s a brilliant boat, super slick operation, very customer focused on giving you the best possible experience. My only finicky thing I would improve is the dive time seemed sometimes short. I think 60 minutes is reasonable rather than the 40 - 45 minutes.”
Recommended for: Diving / Food / Staff
Customer Review By Warren P, from: United Kingdom scored the Valentina Liveaboard 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 104 reviews and information click here: Valentina Liveaboard .
Is The Valentina Liveaboard Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
(or equivalent)
✓ Best For:
- ✓Advanced & experienced divers (Minimum 50 logged dives required)
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Complete beginners (Advanced Open Water Diver required)
- ✗Divers with limited experience
- ✗Budget-conscious travelers
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •Dive with majestic Giant Mantas at the Revillagigedo Islands
- •Encounter gentle whale sharks
- •Experience hammerhead-packed waters of El Cañon
- •Socorro Island's giant mantas and dolphins
- •Dive the famous 'World's Aquarium' at the Sea of Cortez
- •Challenging dive sites for experienced divers
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 75% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 6 of 8 key boat features (see below).
The Valentina Liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it has an indoor saloon, which is air conditioned, so you can stay cool between dives and stay out of the wind and sun.
What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan, a leisure deck with shade and seating, which is perfect for surface intervals and relaxation. You’ll also find it features an observation deck, ideal for horizon watching, wildlife spotting and night sky views.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
Click here to show boat features not found
The boat features that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
Boat FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is the Valentina Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Valentina Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Valentina Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Valentina liveaboard provides beach towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no deck towels are provided. Click Deck Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- You will need to make your own way to the Valentina liveaboard, as they do not offer a hotel or airport transfer. Click Hotel Transfers or Airport Transfers to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Valentina liveaboard also includes port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Valentina liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Valentina liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include fuel surcharge, and national park fees.
- The Valentina liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
- The Valentina liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Valentina liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 10 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Valentina liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Mexico’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
Video Highlights for the Valentina Liveaboard
Loading video title...
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 63% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 7 of 11 key cabin features (see below).
The Valentina Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as cabin towels, complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board. You’ll also find it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click the feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
Click here to show cabin features not found
The cabin features that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
Cabin FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Valentina Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Valentina Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Valentina Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Valentina Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Valentina Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Valentina Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Valentina Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
-
The Valentina Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 1 Double cabin with an ensuite bathroom
- 2 Double + 1 single cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 7 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 78% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 11 of 14 key diving features (see below).
The Valentina Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, which includes a nitrox course, so you can build on your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Valentina Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. What’s more, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Valentina Liveaboard. You’ll also find Rinse hoses are provided to wash down gear after the dive. Also, A private dive guide is available on the Valentina Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding.
The Valentina Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. Plus, Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
A review of the list of diving features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
Click to show diving features not found
The diving features that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
Diving FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Valentina Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Valentina Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Valentina Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Valentina Liveaboard?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Valentina Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Valentina Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Valentina Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Valentina Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Valentina Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Valentina Liveaboard
The Valentina Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Valentina liveaboard are currently: 6 Days/5 Nights, 7 Days/6 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- If you would like to do extra dives on the Valentina liveaboard, you will have to pay an extra charge for these.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 10 of 14 total food & dining features (see below).
The Valentina Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard.
What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Al fresco dining
- BBQ area
- Dietary requirements
- Fine cuisine
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Snacks all day (Free)
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Western food
Click here to show onboard food features not found
The onboard food features that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Beach BBQ
- Buffet style
- Half-board option
- Set menu dinner
Dining FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Valentina Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Valentina Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 5 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Valentina Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are included in your fare. In addition, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. What’s more, it includes a free wine with dinner as part of the cost of the trip. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and wine with dinner in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Bar
- Beer available
- Free soft drinks
- Free wine w/dinner
- Wine available
Show onboard drink features not found
The onboard drink features that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Fine wines selection
- Welcome cocktails
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Valentina Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Valentina Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Wine with dinner
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Recreational Activities for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 17% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Recreational Activities Features, as it has 3 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Library
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel gear
Show other onboard activities not found
The other onboard activities that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Jet ski
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Massage
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Spa
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Wakeboarding
- Not included Water ski
- Not included Yoga
Other Activities FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is the Valentina Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- Land excursions
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 3 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Valentina Liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive.
A review of the underwater photographer facilities found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific facility, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this facility:
Click here to show photographer facilities not found
Underwater photographer FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Does the Valentina Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Valentina Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Valentina Liveaboard
On reviewing the Valentina Liveaboard, it scores 0% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 0 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
This liveaboard does not offer technical diving options. If you are looking for a liveaboard that supports technical diving, expand the section below and click one of the features to view liveaboards that have that capability onboard.
A review of the technical diving features found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
This liveaboard does not offer technical diving options, but if you are looking for a liveaboard that supports technical diving, expand the “Click to show” section below and click one of the links to view liveaboards with that feature onboard.
Click to show tech diving features not found
The technical diving features that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of liveaboards that have this feature.
Tech diving FAQs for the Valentina Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Valentina Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Valentina Liveaboard?
All Mexico's Discounted Liveaboard Deals & Last Minute Discounts
Valentina Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Valentina dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Mexico. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Valentina liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Valentina liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Beach towels
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Land excursions
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Wine with dinner
Show features not included in the price
The other features that are not included on the Valentina liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Valentina Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Valentina charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Mexico.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Valentina liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Extra dives
- Included Gratuities
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Snorkeling guide
- Included WiFi Internet
Valentina Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Valentina dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Mexico.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. Fuel surcharges may apply depending on fuel prices. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Valentina liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Chamber fees
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included National park fees
Valentina Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 38.0m (124.7ft)
- Beam: 10.0m (32.8ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 10
- Bathrooms: 10
Valentina Liveaboard Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Valentina Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Valentina Liveaboard. Valentina Liveaboard scores 41% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 7 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Show features not found
The valentina liveaboard boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Valentina Liveaboard:
- Not included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Emergency Flares
- Not included Emergency Rafts
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included First Aid Kits
- Not included Fishfinder
- Not included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Not included Search light