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Socorro Liveaboards

Nautilus Explorer | Rocio Del Mar

Socorro's diving is best reached by live-aboard.

Rocio Del Mar

Experience the adventure of a life time aboard the luxurious vessel
ROCIO DEL MAR LIVEABOARD!

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Diving Revillagigedo Archipelago

The Revillagigedo Islands (also Revillagigedo Archipelago or Islas Revillagigedo) are a group of four volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean, known for their unique ecosystem. The islands are home to many endemic plant and animal species, and are sometimes called Mexico's "little Galapagos". Socorro island is the most diverse in flora, fauna, and topography.

The islands lie 250 miles off Baja Mexico's southern shore. When embarking on a trip to the Socorro Islands; possible destinations on the itinerary are San Benedicto, Socorro, Roca Partida and Clarion Islands.

These islands are a spectacular magnet for the largest ocean pelagic animals in the world. Schooling Hammerhead sharks, dolphins, silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, clouds of jacks and barracuda, tuna, wahoo, marlin, oceanic white tips sharks, whale sharks and mantas.

Mantas are the claim to fame for Socorro Islands; the island on which they seem to congregate the most is San Benedicto! The magical dive site called The Boiler is a submerged sea mount and cleaning station. More than a half dozen Mantas frequent this pinnacle regularly. The Mantas here are the friendliest I have ever experienced, they seem to enjoy the presence of humans. This is truly an exceptional place if you wish to really experience the Manta Magic.

Humpback whales visit during the winter months of December through March. This is a splendid time to hear the sound of the singing mating male escorts underwater. This destination can only be dived by a live aboard dive vessel. It takes approximately 24 hrs one way to reach the islands. This is an excellent dive destination for large pelagics due to the open ocean nature of the islands, which sometimes include currents and choppy conditions. The underwater topography consists of rocky outcroppings, boulders and some walls. There is not much in the way of coral as this is a cooler water destination.

Average Surface Water Temperatures

December - 80º   January - 72º   February - 72º
March - 72º   April - 72º   May - 80º

Diving the Socorro Islands Trips - 2011, 2012 Schedule

Special for the 2011/2012 Socorro season.
Book your trip before June 30th, 2011 and receive the discounted price of $2,895, a $300 savings!

*PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE $25 National Marine Park Fee*
*Price is per person double occupancy*
NITROX (EAN) is also available for an additional $100 per week!
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL CONFIRMED BY DEPOSIT

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