
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 Although the boat is old it is very well maintained but I think out of date for modern expectations.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 .
Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard, it scores 83% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 10 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax between dives and attend review briefings in comfort. 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 WIFI internet onboard as a paid extra, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip.
You’ll also find it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are topped up, which means your dive kit is always ready for the next dive. Also, 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. Also, the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard is available for private charter, letting your group tailor itinerary focus and day to day rhythm.
On top of that, it maintains a near one to one crew to guest ratio, which supports quick service and strong safety cover. In addition, 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 Nautilus Explorer 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:
- ✓ Air conditioned saloon
- ✓ Audio & video entertainment
- ✓ Available for charter
- ✓ Charging stations
- ✓ Indoor saloon
- ✓ Leisure deck
- ✓ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- ✓ Observation deck
- ✓ Sun deck
- ✓ WIFI Internet (Paid extra)
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Boat FAQs for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard
Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
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Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
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Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard available for private charter?
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Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- ✓The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard provides deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no beach towels are provided. Click Beach Towels to find liveaboards that offer Beach Towels onboard.
- ✓The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard offers a hotel transfer, which incur an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip, but they do not offer an airport transfer. Click Airport Transfers to find liveaboards that offer Airport Transfers onboard.
- ✓ The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- ✓ The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees, and port fees.
- ✓The Nautilus Explorer liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
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Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, it 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
- 9 Double cabins with additional single bed & ensuite bathroom (ideal for families)
- 3 Double/Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 1 Triple Cabin with ensuite bathroom
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Nautilus Explorer 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.
- ✓ 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. 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:
- ✕ En-suite bathrooms
- ✕ Family cabins
- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Rooms with balcony
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
- ✕ TV in cabins
Cabin FAQs for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a laundry service on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 16 of 20 total diving features (see below).
A nitrox course can normally be arranged onboard the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, so you can get certified at the same time as enjoying your dives. In addition, The Nautilus Explorer 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 room, a camera station.
After a dive you can rinse off using outside showers or warm water showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. You’ll also find DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard. Also, Rebreather support is listed for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, just confirm sorb, oxygen and bailout in advance.
Sidemount diving is supported on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, which is useful if you prefer to carry cylinders on your side. Plus, On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. On top of that, A private dive guide is available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding.
The Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. In addition, 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 Nautilus Explorer 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.
The diving features that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer 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:
Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What diver certification is required for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is sidemount diving supported on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Is rental gear available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard run?
The Nautilus Explorer 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
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights , 9 Days/8 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is Included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
Tip, click any of the "Diver certification level required", "Number of logged dives required", "Maximum number of dives..." or "Itinerary options..." to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard, it 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.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Nautilus Explorer 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:
- ✓ 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. 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:
- ✕ Al fresco dining
- ✕ Beach BBQ
- ✕ Half-board option
Dining FAQs for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard offer?
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Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Does the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
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What cuisine is served on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is premium dining available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard, it 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, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Nautilus Explorer 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
- ✓ 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. 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:
- ✕ Free wine w/dinner
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
- • Welcome cocktails
Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard, it 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.
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Nautilus Explorer 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 Kayaks on-board
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel equipment
- Included Stand up paddleboard
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer. 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 Library
- Not included Massage
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Spa
- Not included Wakeboarding
- Not included Water ski
- Not included Yoga
Other Activities FAQs for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is snorkel equipment provided on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Kayaks
- • Stand-up paddle boards
All Mexico's Discounted Liveaboard Deals & Last Minute Discounts
Nautilus Explorer Included in the Price
When you book the Nautilus Explorer 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 Nautilus Explorer liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Nautilus Explorer 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 Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Kayaks
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Special dinner
- Included Stand-up paddle boards
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Welcome cocktails
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The other features that are not included on the Nautilus Explorer 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 Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Nautilus Explorer Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Nautilus Explorer 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 Nautilus Explorer liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
Nautilus Explorer Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Nautilus Explorer 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. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Nautilus Explorer liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Dive insurance
- Included National park fees
- Included Port fees
Nautilus Explorer Vessel Details
- Length: 40.23m (132.0ft)
- Beam: 8.23m (27.0ft)
- Max guests: 25
- Cabins: 13
- Bathrooms: 13
Nautilus Explorer Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard. Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard scores 64% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 11 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
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The nautilus explorer boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Nautilus Explorer Liveaboard:
- Not included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included Fishfinder
- Not included Oxygen
- Not included Search light