November 13-20, 2025*

Magdalena Bay

Experience Baja’s wild coast, where marlin, sharks, and whales chase the great sardine migration.

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*dates may vary slightly due to final flight schedule

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Each fall, the waters off Magdalena Bay come alive as striped marlin, sea lions, and countless seabirds gather for the second-largest sardine run in the world. During this special week, you’ll be in the water with dense bait balls, surrounded by fast-moving marlin and marine life in motion. The Gallant Lady combines the comfort of a luxury yacht with the functionality of a dive vessel, making this the perfect base for a week of action, photography, and discovery. Above the surface, enjoy quiet evenings on deck and the beauty of Baja’s Pacific coastline — a perfect mix of adrenaline and serenity.

  • The Nautilus Gallant Lady accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 beautifully appointed suites, combining the comfort of a luxury yacht with the functionality of a professional dive platform.

    • Main lounge and dining room with wrap-around views

    • Large water-level dive platform

    • Sky lounge and sun deck

    • Crow’s nest for panoramic ocean watching

    • Hydraulic stabilizers for smooth sailing

    • 1 Premium Suite — Lower deck, configurable as a California King or two doubles

    • 5 Superior Suites — Two on the main deck, three on the lower deck; four configurable as California King or two doubles

    • Each suite includes individually controlled A/C

  • Sardine bait balls

  • Bryde whales

  • Striped marlin

  • Turtles, dolphins and sharks

Trip Highlights

  • Daily snorkeling and optional diving

  • Wildlife encounters: marlin, sharks, whales

  • All meals & snacks included

  • Luxury small-group yacht experience

Trip Cost

$4,295 Premium Suite per person/double occupancy

 $3795 Standard Suite per person/double occupancy

Inclusions

✓ 7 nights / 8 days aboard the Nautilus Gallant Lady

✓ All taxes

✓ Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks

✓ Coffee, tea, juice, soda, and water

Requirements

  • Scuba certification card required for all divers

  • Dive medical insurance required

  • DAN membership strongly recommended

  • Valid passport required for travel

Not Included

X Round-trip airfare from Minneapolis (airfare details to be announced)

X $35 port fee (payable onboard)

X Diving equipment, Nitrox, and courses

X Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, phone/internet use, sightseeing, rentals, gratuities, etc.
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