Overview

• The vessel went down on October 10 near Mismaloya in the Bay of Banderas while attempting to return to port for technical repairs.
• Officials and the owner reported a failure in the bilge system that allowed uncontrolled water ingress and caused a loss of stability.
• No tourists were aboard, and all nine crew members were evacuated safely with no injuries reported.
• Maritime authorities, Protección Civil and local firefighters secured the scene as witness videos documented the sinking.
• The operator promised refunds for ticket holders with upcoming reservations, and formal inquiries into the incident are pending.