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Aug 31 2018 Mount Eden deep exploration
Mount Eden is a deep seamount locates north of Loreto. The site was well known by fishermen but was never dove before. The shallowest part of the site is 130 feet / 40 meters deep and it slopes down to more than 180 feet / 60 meters.
The mount is covered with a thick forest of … Continue reading
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Aug 31 2018 The History of the C-54 Agustin Melgar
As we know, Loreto Bay National Park contains many treasures and natural wonders. It also has several sunken vessels in its waters, but these are not very well known nor documented yet. Maybe the most emblematic wreck within the Park limits is the C-54 Agustin Melgar, and old minesweeper sunken in 2000 south of Puerto … Continue reading
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Aug 30 2018 Deep Reef documentation
There is a number of deep drop-offs and seamount scattered around the National Park. The volcanic north coast of Coronados island, with its impressive cliffs and dramatic formations offer lava walls that drop down deep, creating the perfect habitat for black coral forests and big fish. Piedras Blancas is one of the most amazing dives in … Continue reading
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Jul 09 2018 5 things that excellent dive shops have in common
1. Higly experienced and trained staff
Usually, the best dive centres are those ones that count with passionate, seasoned proffesionals as a permanet asset to their team. Surely you have dove in places that you liked, and when you came back, a big part of the team was all new faces. Although staff turn over is natural … Continue reading
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May 27 2018 Meet our boat: the “Aguacuate”
🇺🇸 Half of a dive centre is their boats. Here at Blue Nation we have personally designed our own, and because we are so fun we called it The Aguacuate! It means “Water Buddy”, but sounds like “Avocado” in spanish, ain’t we smart?
The 26 foot long hull can comfortably fit 6 divers plus 2 crew members, and all … Continue reading -
Apr 15 2018 Blue Nation Diving is open! Discover the pristine Sea of Cortez
🇺🇸 Thinking on diving or snorkeling in the Sea of Cortez? We’re so excited to announce our shop doors are finally open! Now you can stop by anytime (9am-1pm and 3pm-7pm) to have a look at our amazing shop and products. We’re located inside Plaza Misión Loreto, right in the Salvatierra pedestrian walkway (across the street … Continue reading
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Mar 19 2018 Playing with the Sea Lions
Sea lions are probably the most interactive animales that can be found in our waters. They live in colonies along the coast and offshore islands and frequently approach to play with the visitors. Loreto counts with two colonies, one of them at only 15 minutes from the marina. Check the video below and you will … Continue reading
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Mar 19 2018 Discover the Sea of Cortez
Have you ever been in a place where you could see whales, dolphins, sea lions, tropical fish, manta rays all in the same place? If so, then you probably were diving and snorkeling in Loreto or around the Gulf of California!
Loreto is a renowned destination for divers, snorkelers and sea lovers in general. The Loreto … Continue reading
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