Launched in 2025, Quino Del Mar is a Coast Guard approved, 118-foot yacht custom designed with divers in mind. Stocked with two Perkins engines capable of reaching a top speed of 10 knots, the wide, 26.5-foot beam facilitates smooth, stable sailing, while built-in and external stabilizers facilitate effortless navigation through Mexico’s exciting ocean waters. The vessel accommodates up to 20 guests in 10 private ensuite staterooms, providing an ideal place to unwind between excursions. Spacious social areas, modernized dive facilities, and a thoughtful layout make it perfect for extended dive expeditions. Quino Del Mar explores a diverse collection of Mexico's most remarkable underwater regions. Aboard it, divers will embark on thrilling encounters with large pelagic species and colorful reefs filled with marine life. Every itinerary is curated for those on the hunt for vivid scenery, captivating underwater activity, and relaxed lounging while sailing the magic of Mexico’s crystal waters.
Deck Layout - Below Deck: The lower deck features two extra large cabins, each furnished with two queen beds. Every cabin is adequately air conditioned and includes a television, WiFi, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer, and bathroom equipped with a shower and bathtub for added comfort during the restful hours between adventures. Main Deck: The main deck is the center of daily life on board, where guests will find the galley, dining room, spacious salon with oversized seating, a television, and a computer station. The dive deck includes a large camera table, wet gear storage, freshwater showers, and convenient bathrooms in both the dive area and salon. Upper Deck: The upper deck offers six L-shaped cabins with XL twin bunks, along with two flexible cabins that feature XL twin beds that can be converted into a king bed. The outdoor patio includes a coffee and beverage station to recharge and refuel. Top Deck: The shaded top deck is an inviting space designed for peaceful basking in the ocean breeze. Accompanied by ample deck chair seating, the outdoor kitchen and serving area allows for both calm and social settings where guests can gather for meals, regale in evening conversations, or simply enjoy their surroundings.
Dining On Board - Each morning begins with a continental breakfast featuring fresh fruit, cereals, yogurt, breads, bagels, and freshly brewed coffee. After the first dive, guests enjoy a plated breakfast prepared to order. Following the second dive, a homemade soup and hot plated lunch are served. Afternoon snacks often include sandwiches, ceviche, fruit, cheeses, and other fresh options. Dinner features a three-course plated meal with a salad, entrée, and homemade dessert. Hot and cold beverages, including canned soft drinks, are available throughout the day. Complimentary beer and wine are served after the final dive, and most dietary requests, including gluten-free and vegan meals, are easily accommodated.
Diving Aboard Quino Del Mar - Travel with a small group of fellow adventurers and enjoy expertly planned expeditions from start to finish. Every itinerary is designed to showcase each destination at its best, with experienced trip leaders, trusted operators, and seamless logistics throughout the journey.
Quino Del Mar's onboard diving amenities include Nitrox, DIN adaptors, a dedicated camera station, and wet gear storage to help guests prepare for every dive safely and comfortably. The ship offers nitrox but technical diving and rebreathers are not supported.
Multiple Destinations, Endless Memories
Revillagigedo is one of the Pacific's premier destinations for advanced divers. The remote volcanic islands of this UNESCO World Heritage Site attract an impressive diversity of marine life, creating exciting drift dives where every descent offers the possibility of surprising wildlife encounters. Massive manta rays, schooling sharks, dolphins, and the occasional presence of seasonal whales are just the tip of what makes this renowned area a can’t miss magical wonderland. The Sea of Cortez presents an entirely different underwater landscape. Rocky reefs, small islands, and nutrient-rich waters support an incredible variety of marine species. Depending on the itinerary, divers may explore dramatic walls, swim alongside playful sea lions, search for colorful nudibranchs and other macro life, or witness large schools of fish gathering over thriving reefs. The changing scenery beneath these waters ensures each new day is rife with enchantment.
Experience Mexico's Best Diving - Trips aboard Quino Del Mar marry modern comfort with exquisitely curated dive itineraries and opportunities to explore vibrant ocean life unlike anywhere else in the world. For those dreaming of discovering diverse underwater ecosystems, unforgettable menageries of marine life, and a firsthand look at the beauty of the underexplored world, no vessel is better equipped to make this reality than the Quino Del Mar.
Text and photographs courtesy of Mexico Liveaboards