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4.7252 Google reviewsCabo Shark Dive
Experience wildlife encounters with expert biologists aboard the Bertram Robalo 2 in the waters of Baja California Sur.
What sets this centre apart
- PADI certified dive instructors
- Marine biologists on staff
- Non-cage shark interactions
- Professional underwater photography and video
- Specialised services for film production crews
- Double engine Bertram Robalo 2 vessel
- Expeditions to Magdalena Bay
- UNESCO World Heritage site access at Cabo Pulmo
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Cabo Shark Dive about the centre
Located in the Marina of Cabo San Lucas, Cabo Shark Dive has been a fixture of the Baja California Sur diving scene since 2015. The centre has built a reputation for specialised shark diving and marine safaris, focusing on the wild, unscripted encounters that define this coastline.
Whether you are looking for a day trip to explore the local reefs or an extended expedition into the open ocean, the centre offers diverse options. Their expeditions range from short outings to multi-day trips, including 5-day and 7-day adventures in Magdalena Bay.
The club and its team
The team is composed of PADI certified dive instructors and marine biologists who bring a deep understanding of shark behaviour to every excursion. This expertise ensures that all interactions with large pelagics are conducted safely and with a focus on conservation.
In addition to their instructional staff, the centre employs professional photographers for those looking to document their underwater experiences. All communication and instruction is conducted in English.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI
- Operating since
- 2015
- Languages spoken
- English
- Website available in
- English
- Management
- English
- Boats
- pêcheur Bertram Robalo 2, super panga, yachts de luxe (Azimut, Searay, Riviera Lux) · 9 passagers + équipage pour le Bertram, 16 invités + équipage pour la Super Panga
- Equipment rental
- équipement de snorkeling inclus sur les tours de snorkeling, location de matériel de plongée et combinaisons disponible
- Oxygen on board
- Yes
- On board
- toilettes, ombre, pont ouvert, cabine sèche, eau, snacks, déjeuner à emporter, sodas
- Access and transfers
- Récupération possible en Ford Ranger 4x4 pour les productions, rendez-vous au centre à la marina de Cabo San Lucas
- Accommodation
- Hébergement en hôtel 3 étoiles à Magdalena Bay inclus dans l'expédition (chambre double avec salle de bain privée et climatisation) ou options de villas avec jacuzzi et chef privé disponibles
- Address
- Boulevard Paseo de la Marina, andador atun, Dock #1D-E adiacent to Captain Tony's restaurant, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
- Official website
- cabosharkdive.com ↗
Courses on offer
As a PADI affiliated centre, they offer a full range of certifications. You can begin with basic training or progress through advanced levels to become a highly skilled diver.
Their instructors are trained to guide you through the specific requirements of the PADI curriculum, ensuring you are prepared for the varied conditions found in the Pacific.
The boats
The fleet includes the Bertram Robalo 2, a double-engine fishing boat capable of carrying 9 passengers plus crew. This vessel is well-equipped for local excursions and provides a stable platform for your dives.
For larger groups or different trip requirements, they operate a Super Panga with a capacity for 16 guests plus crew. The centre also utilises luxury yachts, including models from Azimut, Searay, and Riviera Lux, for premium experiences.
Equipment and gases
For shore-based operations, the centre provides full equipment hire, including wetsuits, regulators, and fins.
Safety is a priority with oxygen availability on site. For those planning longer expeditions, the centre also offers specialised services for film and production crews.
Dive sites with Cabo Shark Dive
Cabo San Lucas offers a protected marine zone featuring fascinating rock formations and a vast array of species including sea turtles and mobula rays. It is suitable for divers of all experience levels.
La Paz Bahia is a plateau-style site with nutrient-rich waters that attract whale sharks, particularly from October to April.
Magdalena Bay is an open ocean environment known as the 'Mexican Serengeti,' where you can witness massive migrations of marlin and sardines. Visibility here can reach up to 30 metres.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Cabo San LucasBahia de La PazMagdalena BayCabo Pulmo
Marine life around Grenada
The region is a premier destination for observing large pelagics. Depending on the season, you can encounter shortfin mako, blue shark, hammerhead, and silky shark. During the months of May to October, mobula rays are frequently seen.
Seasonal visitors include whale sharks in La Paz from October to April, and humpback whales from December to April. If you are in the water between October and March, you may also spot striped marlin.
In the open ocean of Magdalena Bay, you may encounter dolphins, sea lions, tuna, and even orcas, blue whales, or pilot whales.
Diving conditions
Conditions vary significantly depending on the target species. For example, mako shark sightings are most frequent from May to November, while humpback whales are present from December to April.
In Magdalena Bay, visibility can reach up to 30 metres during the peak migration seasons.
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