Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Enjoyable trip. I would say the staff onboard the boat made my trip. What a fantastic group. Very professional yet still had a fun side to them. Although the boat is old it is very well maintained but I think out of date for modern expectations. The cabins and bathrooms are just functional. And it lacks a nice seating area outside under cover.”
Recommended for: Crew, guides and food.
Customer Review By David C, from: United Kingdom scored the Nautilus Explorer 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 83 reviews and information click here: Nautilus Explorer .
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Nautilus Explorer Boat Features
The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard scores 68% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 11 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard has an air conditioned saloon so you can stay cool between dives. In addition, it has WIFI internet onboard, which does incurr an additional charge, but it will mean you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Air conditioned saloon
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Available for charter
- • Charging stations
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Indoor saloon
- • Leisure deck
- • Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- • Observation deck
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Paid)
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The boat features that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Deck towels
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Nautilus Explorer Cabin Features
The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard scores 45% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 5 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
Cabin Types Available
- 6 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 1 Triple Cabin with ensuite bathroom
- 6 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • Laundry service
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: En-suite bathrooms, Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Nautilus Explorer Diving Features
The Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard scores 76% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 16 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry, or for getting your kit ready before transferring to a tender for your next dive. In addition, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. What’s more, it has nitrox available as a paid extra so you can extend bottom times if you choose. You’ll also find it offers rebreather support, which makes the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard the perfect dive boat if you dive using a rebreather. Also, it offers sidemount diving for divers who prefer to carry one or two scuba cylinders on their sides, instead of on their back, which allows for easier access to wrecks.
- • Camera room
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Paid)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Rebreather support
- • Rinse hoses
- • Scuba diving course (limited to a nitrox course)
- • Shaded diving area
- • Sidemount diving
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: Separate rinse for u/w camera, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Underwater scooters, Scuba diving courses other than nitrox.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
Nautilus Explorer Food & Dining Features
The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard scores 78% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 11 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Nautilus Explorer 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 has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • BBQ area
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Fine cuisine
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Set menu dinner
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: Al fresco dining, Beach BBQ, Half-board option.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Nautilus Explorer Drink & Refreshment Features
The Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard scores 85% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 6 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. What’s more, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails.
- • Bar
- • Beer available
- • Fine wines selection
- • Free soft drinks
- • Welcome cocktails
- • Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: Free wine w/dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
- • Welcome cocktails
Nautilus Explorer Other Recreational Activities
The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard scores 23% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 4 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives.
- • Kayaks on-board
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Snorkel equipment
- • Stand up paddleboard
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Library, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Spa, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Kayaks
- • Stand-up paddle boards
Nautilus Explorer Included in the Price
When you book the Nautilus Explorer dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Mexico. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Kayaks
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Soft drinks
- ✓ Special dinner
- ✓ Stand-up paddle boards
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ Welcome cocktails
Nautilus Explorer Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Nautilus Explorer dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Mexico.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Gratuities
- + Hotel transfer
- + Nitrox
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
Nautilus Explorer Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Nautilus Explorer dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees are mandatory to support conservation efforts in Mexico and protect the underwater ecosystems you will be diving.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard dive trip.
- ! Dive insurance
- ! National park fees
- ! Port fees
Vessel Details
- Length: 40.23m (132.0ft)
- Beam: 8.23m (27.0ft)
- Max guests: 25
- Cabins: 13
- Bathrooms: 13
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Nautilus Explorer are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Nautilus Explorer. Nautilus Explorer liveaboard scores 64% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 11 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Crew Trained in First Aid
- • Depth Sounder
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer include the following: Bilge Pump Alarm, E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Engine room CCTV, Fishfinder, Oxygen, Search light.