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  The Nautilus Diving Center and ANDI Training Academy is one of Baja’s premier diving facilities. October 2010 marks the Grand Opening. Although the facility has been operating privately for a number of years, it will open as a full service diving operation this fall. This dive center has been built on the premise of providing customers with all the tools to safely enjoy diving regardless of training level. Team Nautilus strives to build relationships with their clients that result in well-trained divers who look to continuously expand their knowledge of the sport. The Nautilus Diving Center and ANDI offer their divers top quality education along with the support and service required to keep them diving.  In addition to training, the Center also offers local tours and charters for divers of every certification level. Nautilus Dive Center specializes in small groups and VIP service, but can network with other operators to coordinate large group activities. As the facility was developing, one of the primary goals was to create the necessary logistics to smoothly run classes that range from entry level diving to full technical training. cialis pills
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The nutrient rich waters provide an eco system for a vast array of marine life. Regional dive sites are home to giant mantas, hammerhead sharks, humpback whales, whale sharks, sea lions, turtles, groupers, snappers, amber jacks, tuna, barracuda, scorpion fish, puffer fish, lobsters, sea horses, eels, rays, goat fish, needle fish, and a variety of other animals. The region’s dive sites are split into four different areas.  cialis pills Offers excellent opotunities for dive training and short excursions. The bay is exceptionally calm with little or no current. Depth ranges from 15 feet to the virtual abyss of the Cabo San Lucas Canyon. Sites are less than a ten minute boat ride from the Marina. Dive sites include the North Wall, Pelican Rock, Neptune’s Finger, Lands End, Mid Wall, and the Sand Falls. This area was established as a National Marine Park in 1973. cialis pills The Corridor separates Cabo San Lucas from San Jose del Cabo and is home to several sites that offer a different experience  from the sloping terrain of the Canyon. These sites are 15-30 minutes from the Marina and include Whales Head, Santa Maria, Chilleno, and the Blow Hole. cialis pills Gordo Banks is an advanced dive site about 1.5 hours away by boat. It is located 5 miles off shore. The seamount starts at about 100 feet with an the average depth of 130 feet. This is where the big marine life can be seen. cialis pills Cabo Pulmo was established as a Marine Park in 1995.  It is one of only three living reefs in North America and the only one in the Sea of Cortez.  The park consists of multiple fingers of hard coral that span across the park’s boundaries. Average depth is 50-60 feet. These dive sites are approximately 2 hours away by car with a short boat ride. cialis pills cialis pills Cabo San Lucas is an internationally recognized tourist destination with daily cruise ship activity. It is in one of the fastest growing areas in Mexico. The area between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas has nearly 20 miles of sandy beaches and beachfront resorts. The region offers something for the whole family to enjoy. Divers and non-divers alike can enjoy this desert paradise.  cialis pills Commercial flights are readily available from all parts of the United States and Mexico.   Shuttle and Taxi services bring travelers from the airport in San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas. Travel time is about 45 minutes. cialis pills Hotel accommodations cater to all levels of taste and budget. They span from lavish and luxurious to modest and practical. Hotels may be located on the beach or in the downtown area. There are several properties near the dive center that run $40-$60/night with well appoint air-conditioned rooms, pools, and on site restaurants. cialis pills Cabo San Lucas offers dining that tempts every traveler’s palate and wallet. Local establishments provide excellent bargains that are sure to satisfy, while the tourist walk provides excellent cuisine, intriguing atmospheres, and entertainment that is sure to stimulate the appetite and senses.  It seems travelers are never more than a few feet from a cold beverage or tasty meal.  cialis pills Scuba Diving                          Deep Sea Fishing             Cabo Dolphin Experience              Kayaking                                Snorkeling                       Golf Courses Glass Bottom Boat Tours        Para Sailing                      Party Cruises                    ATV/Baja Racer Tours             Horseback Riding              Beach Activities                          Zip Line Tours                        Jeep Desert Tours             Whale Watching                          Puerto Paraiso Mall                Marina Boardwalk              Local Arts and Crafts          Cultural Centers                    Exciting Nightlife                Art Galleries  |
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