< Read less, Cages open at dawn, and you can choose to start as early or late as you like. Not gonna spoil you, come and see for yourself. Certified divers will love spending time in one of our submersible cages. Though we have the only large, steel, stabilized dive boats in this part of the pacific and you can expect the best ride possible, its always a good idea to bring anti-seasickness meds. Female great whites start showing up in September. #318, Sarasota, FL 34243 - phone: 800-644-7382 It is vitally important that the sharks are never affected or injured during their interaction with us. This small volcanic island located in the Pacific 240 kilometers (150 miles) off the west coast of Mexicos Baja California peninsula outperforms both South Africa and Australia with shark sighting consistency and watching conditions. Surface cages open to everyone at 6:30 am. We believe in natural interaction and instead of using oil and blood and chum at the surface, we use submersible cages with open top decks to descend down to where the sharks naturally congregate. Your email address will not be published. Airfare to and from departure point is not included. Even spotting them from the liveaboard is a thrill, so imagine seeing them in the crystal clear waters of Guadalupe Island. Depending on your choice of liveaboard safari, you might even be able to exit the cage and stand with just a single hand-rail between you and these awesome creatures! For your additional safety, each cage is equipped with backup sets of scuba gear for each diver in the exceptionally unlikely event of a problem with the hookah system. She is certified to the same exacting international standards as the largest cruise ship, and has earned a SOLAS passenger certificate to voyage anywhere in the world outside of the polar regions, the ultimate confirmation of seaworthiness and safety. You will need to reserve what you need, in advance, when you complete required pre-trip information. Each submersible cage will take 3 divers + 1 dive master, 3 times a day. Shark Info < Read less, We have a very simple theory on how a shark trip should run. Our treat! Diving with great white sharks and going face-to-face with them at 30 feet is an unforgettable experience but also very different than most people imagine. This hatch must remain closed during normal operations. Read more >. Yes. A two-time Emmy Award winning cinematographer, hes helped produce, shoot and host several Shark Weeks, so safe to say he knows his stuff. See up to 5 sharks at any given time. We like to arrive at the island in the early eveningso that our guests can enjoy dinner in a nice, calm, protected anchorage and have a peaceful snooze before the excitement of diving with our big toothy friends first thing the next morning. Female great whites start showing up in August. Here, you will find information on how to get to Mexico, and then on to Guadalupe Island. Spend three adrenaline-filled days cage diving in multiple shark cages. Snacks are always offered all day long. You won't see colorful reefs here, or watch schools of fish, or take nice macro photographs. We have seen up to six great whites at once circling the cage and even bumping up against it in a gentle way. Note that a 5 7 mm wetsuit is usually adequate to keep you warm but we do have hoods, hooded vests and extra gloves available for loan if needed. Only Guadalupe Island can boast shark viewing in one-hundred-twenty-five-foot visibility. Guadalupe Island was designated as a Biosphere Reserve by the Mexican government in 2005, and since has since an increase in white shark population. Guadalupe Island is home to at least 366 individually identified sharks and still counting. Check out the photo gallery for awesome shark shots orcheck our video galleryto see sharks in action at Guadalupe Island! Read More, Great white sharks are among the worlds most dangerous predators. Diving is done via surface supplied hookah with backup dive gear in each cage. From the safety and comfort of the cage, you will spend all your wet-time checking out the awe-inspiring sight of great white sharks cruising past and coming towards you. Yes! We recently identified 171 unique great white sharks in the bay where we stage our double decker submersible cage diving operations which guarantees unforgettable encounters. July and August features rowdy gangs of male sharks acting just like groups of teenage boys! We offer a rich and natural experience of shark encounters on these trips by descending down to 30 feet where great white sharks naturally spend their time. ----- Overview Ask about our Socorro Trip: Sharks, Manta Rays & Dolphins! Using submersible cages we take you down into the sharks world where they prefer to spend their time. All staterooms have their own bathrooms, with showers. And possibly nowhere in the world that has these shark encounters, has such great visibility of 100 to 150ft (30-45m) as Guadalupe Island. Film Services This has got to be one of the most exciting experiences you can have.. The cages are normally entered and exited through an upper hatch but there is also an emergency escape hatch, painted red, if needed. < Read less. and wonderful customer service. If there are no customs or weather delays, shark divers should arrive at Tijuana Airport by 4 pm and San Diego Airport by 7 pm. We run a schedule of 3 dives a day for certified divers in our submersible deep diving cages and there is often an opportunity to grab an extra dive or two in these cages as well. Sad good-byes from us to you, but we hope to see you again very soon. Submersible cages open to certified divers at 7:30 am. Virtually unlimited diving in the surface cages. Or if you prefer, take advantage of the hotels kayaks, bikes, indoor and outdoor pools, gym or spoil yourself with a massage and spa treatment. No. Travel to the crystal clear waters of Isla Guadalupe, Mexico, aboard a luxury liveaboard custom-built for smooth sailing in rough waters. Actual prices may vary. We have helped identify some of the 350 individual great white sharks so far and we are still counting. It is vitally important that the sharks are never affected or injured during their interaction with us. July: 78 Open the cages at dawn. Read more about Great White Shark facts. Filet Mignon barbecued to order will be on the menu Read more >, for dinner, with special dietary options always available, followed by another entertaining Shark ID session. Its our last day of shark diving and we intend to give you every possible minute on station at Guadalupe Island. This small volcanic island, located in the Pacific 240 kilometres (150 miles) off the west coast of Mexicos Baja California peninsula, outperforms both South Africa and Australia with shark-seeing consistency and conditions. (We recommend arriving a day or two prior to arrival to guard against travel delays and provide an opportunity to enjoy Ensenada.) Rebreather today for further details: 800 644-7382, Home Submersible cages open to certified divers at 8:30 am. Tank Adventures On many dives, we see two to three great whites, although in July and August we have seen up to 47 sharks on one trip! Both ships are custom built, stabilized, beautiful white boats built to SOLAS standards. Female great whites start showing up in September. - Contact - Blog The season here is from July to November, when the ocean is calmest, and colder sea temperatures of 66 to 72F (19C to 22C) are to be expected at this time of year. Big Mommas October and November. It takes more than a great boat to make a great trip. We recommend DUI weight harnesses and approximately 40 lbs of lead depending on your weight and type of wetsuit. Sadly, your time onboard will come to a close when we arrive back at the Hotel Coral in Ensenada around 2:00 pm. (Longer trips offered at higher pricing.). < Read less, Your time onboard will sadly come to a close when we arrive in port at 1:30pm. You will be on our shark boat from the time it leaves the dock in Ensenada until it returns to the dock. It's an incredible adventure open to both certified divers and non-divers. We dont need to use chum at depth; the sharks are already there. Take pre-arranged hotel shuttle to airport in Tijuana or San Diego. Be the first to review White Shark Diving Guadalupe Island. All our diving and PADI courses are thaught by certified instructors. Begin return to Ensenada. We use submersible cages with open top decks to descend down to where the sharks naturally congregate. window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; Modeled after These cages are designed to provide maximum protection for you AND for our sharks. We will get Shark ID going in the late afternoon, followed by cocktail hour at 6 bells. Typically outstanding visiblity of 125 feet plus. The cost starts at 3700 US per person in a cabin and double occupancy (shared) individual cabins 4300 US p/p In 2018 we had 72 trips on offer with 1,800 guests joining us. October and November features the enormous 18 foot dominant females affectionately known as Big Mommas. One of the beautiful things about the way we run our trips is that you can almost always jump into a surface cage whenever you want, and you can stay in as long as you want. Liveaboards depart from either the city of Ensenada in Baja California, Mexico, or from San Diego in California, U.S.A. For more information on these adrenaline infused cruise options, and all the travel information you might need to visit Mexico, read our Guadalupe liveaboard section. Number of shark-dives on the trip is virtually unlimited. Arrive in Ensenada about 2 pm. Guadalupe Island (Mexico) is the top destination for great white shark encounters. The greatest numbers of great white sharks are present in July and August, when the waters are infested by rowdy males all vying for attention. gtag('config', 'UA-4534302-2'); Launched in 2000 Updated and Extended to 132 feet in 2018. Your trip onboard matters. -- Diane Bong, Malaysia. Learn more about Guadalupe Shark Cage Diving. Info, MiGs Over Moscow Mexican park regulations require that you stay within the cages at all times including keeping your arms, hands and cameras inside. We encourage you to spend an extra day or two before going shark cage diving, enjoying the lovely resort town of Ensenada. It is an unforgettable rush when a great white looks at you from 50 feet away and then swims over for a very close look. Driving Adventures Trips can also be booked aboard the Nautilus Belle Amie, Nautilus Under Sea and Solmar V. Call us at 800-644-7382 and well help you to choose the right boat for you. Great white sharks on every dive and most dives had multiple sharks. Take pre-arranged hotel shuttle from pick-up point near airport to Hotel Coral in Ensenada. Our shark boats dock at the hotel. Virtually unlimited diving in our surface cages. Before you disembark, we will ensure you get a copy of the trip highlights DVD that our crew has put together. Absolutely i, I have logged over 2500 dives worldwide, but the great white sharks here at Guadalupe were amazing super fun. Everything is first class and certified to the same exacting international SOLAS and ISM standards as the largest cruise ship. Review our map below of Mexico, showing the location of the island. The cages are normally entered and exited through an upper hatch but there is also an emergency escape hatch painted red if needed. All of them couldnt believe their eyes and were diving into a hypnotizing dream for the last 45min. Surface cages open to everyone at 6:30 am. For your safety, all diving is done using a hookah system otherwise known as surface supplied air and our custom designed double decker cages. features rowdy gangs of male sharks acting just like groups of teenage boys! Airfare to and from departure point is not included. Sheri's Adventures - 8466 Lockwood Ridge Rd. July to November Diving with great white sharks and going face-to-face with them at 30 feet is an unforgettable experience but also very different than most people imagine. It is very rare not to get as much time as you want in the water with the sharks. Understanding great white shark behavior and misconceptions New researchreveals, that they do have a softer side, as they have been observed making friendships and patrolling in groups near Guadalupe Island. Please do not pollute the beautiful clear blue waters of Guadalupe with suntan lotion or any other contaminants. Mid-afternoon, Read more >. Our watermakers produce enough water for you to shower in your private ensuite cabin whenever you like. Take pre-arranged hotel shuttle from pick-up point near airport to Hotel Coral in Ensenada. No dive certification is required to use the surface cages. Find out more how we use. Groups & Promos We have identified 366 unique great white sharks in the bay where we stage our submersible shark cage diving operations, which guarantees unforgettable encounters. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy a drink on the sundeck. Today we will be travelling and relaxing at sea. We encourage you to spend an extra day or two before your trip enjoying the lovely resort town of Ensenada. Plethora of Sharks. Contact us for a personalized quote to dive with the majestic white sharks in Guadalupe Island. But we get to see much more than t, We are on our way to Guadalupe Island to have an adventure with the great white sharks. On departure day, shark divers should check-in at the Hotel Coral Waterfront Marina Bar & Grill, between Noon and 7:00 pm. gtag('js', new Date()); Boarding is available at 9:30 pm. Bay If there are no customs or weather delays, shark divers should arrive at Tijuana Airport by 4 pm and San Diego Airport by 7 pm. August: 76 (Average) An unforgettable experience. We have your comfort covered with hot tubs, ensuite staterooms and suites and high capacity water makers so that you can shower as often and as long as you like. The bay where we stage our submersible diving operations counts a population of 94 great white sharks, which guarantees unforgettable encounters. All Guadalupe adventures are available on the Nautilus Explorer or Nautilus Belle Amie. Surface weather at Guadalupe Island is similar to southern California and can be quite hot during the day and cooler overnight. We especially recommend a Guadalupe Valley wine tour arranged through the Hotel Coral. Diving until dusk. A slight fuel surcharge is also possible. gtag('js', new Date()); Current record is 31.5 hours of cage time over 3 dive days. For yoursafety, all diving is done using a hookah system otherwise known as surface supplied air and our custom designed cages. Select from a variety of accommodations, ranging from a berth in a triple, co-ed stateroom, to a premium suite. Our Captain and divemasters will guide you down to the boat where the rest of our crew will be waiting to greet you with big smiles and trays of champagne. Only Guadalupe Island can boast shark viewing in beautiful clear blue water with 100 150 foot visibility. E-mail or call Incredible Adventures Are you kidding? < Read less, Today is a day of travel and relaxation at sea. On departure day, shark divers should check-in at the Hotel Coral Waterfront Marina Bar & Grill, between Noon and 7:00 pm. There are only a few spots of earth where great whites can be seen in such numbers and in such intimacy. Hotel vans will be waiting to transport everyone else back to either the Tijuana Airport, or the San Diego Airport or 4 Points Sheraton hotel via the Tecate border crossing. Our crew will have put together a DVD of trip highlights and we will ensure you get a copy before you disembark. Typically outstanding visiblity of 125 feet plus. Dive safe. White Shark season at Isla Guadalupe is from July to November. On many dives, we see two to three great whites, although in July and August we have seen up to 47 sharks on one trip! Pricing & Trip Details - The Nautilus Explorer, Prices range from $2934.75 $4404.75, with tax. As soon as we got up and surfaced slowly ascending with the cage, I come out of the cage, disconnect my second stage and help my divers get out of the cage. Guadalupe Island in Mexico is the top destination for great white shark encounters. There are no dive sites at Guadalupe to speak of. - About Cage Diving - California We have seen up to six great whites at once circling the cages. a great crew.