Searcher
The 95-foot long Searcher, built in 1970 in the US as a sports-fishing vessel. She has been operating in the Baja Peninsular region for 30 years and is one of the very few to have permits to enter some of the marine parks and lagoons. Although facilities are a little more basic then on some larger trips she offers excellent wildlife viewing itineraries.
There are 14 air-conditioned cabins, 12 are double-occupancy and three are triple-occupancy, each with fresh-water sink, AC electrical outlets, reading lights and a mirror. Each cabin has sleeping bunks, storage shelves, and hammocks for gear storage. There are four bathrooms on the main deck, two with showers and two located near the observation deck in the stern. There are wildlife observation decks on the stern, upper deck, and in the bow area. The library in the salon is available for all to use. There is also a TV and VCR with a selection of natural history videos to view. There is seating for all at meals and the salon is also an indoor relaxation area. Beverages and snacks are available 24 hours per day, in addition to the three meals each day.
With 3 aluminium skiffs aboard for shore excursions and wildlife viewing, these small group cruises ensures unparalleled opportunities for observing wildlife and quality time with crew and naturalists. The Searcher carries 1,500 gallons of fresh water and the ability to make fresh water during travel ideal for extended exploratory cruising.