Socorro Islands

Quino del Mar · Mexico · 19D/18N

Duration
19D/18N
Embarkation
La Paz
Disembarkation
San Jose Del Cabo
Dives
33

Regions on this route

Socorro Islands

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Board Rocio del Mar at 5 pm in San Jose del Cabo.

    Board Rocio del Mar at 5 pm in San Jose del Cabo.

  2. Day 2: Day at Sea.

    Day at Sea.

  3. Day 3: San Benedicto/4 dives

    San Benedicto/4 dives

  4. Day 4: Socorro/3 dives + Navy Inspection

    Socorro/3 dives + Navy Inspection

  5. Day 5: Roca Partida/3 dives

    Roca Partida/3 dives

  6. Day 6: Roca Partida/2 dives - leave for Clarion after the second dive.

    Roca Partida/2 dives - leave for Clarion after the second dive.

  7. Day 7: Clarion/3-4 dives (depends on the weather during the crossing)

    Clarion/3-4 dives (depends on the weather during the crossing)

  8. Day 8: Clarion/2 dives - leave Clarion after the second dive.

    Clarion/2 dives - leave Clarion after the second dive.

  9. Day 9: Roca Partida/3 dives

    Roca Partida/3 dives

  10. Day 10: Socorro/4 dives

    Socorro/4 dives

  11. Day 11: Open - we will go wherever conditions are best, i.e. San Benedicto or Socorro/4…

    Open - we will go wherever conditions are best, i.e. San Benedicto or Socorro/4 dives.

  12. Day 12: Day at Sea.

    Day at Sea.

  13. Day 13: Disembark at approximately 8:30 am in San Jose Del Cabo.

    Disembark at approximately 8:30 am in San Jose Del Cabo. Most divers can name up to three islands of the Archipièlago de Revillagigedo (commonly called the Socorro Islands): Socorro, Roca Partida, and San Benedicto. But few know the fourth: Clarion Island. 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, Tiger sharks, dolphins, silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, clouds of jacks and barracuda, tuna, wahoo, oceanic white tips sharks, whale sharks, and mantas. Humpback whales visit during the winter months of January through April. This is a splendid time to hear the sound of the singing mating male escorts underwater. This destination can only be dived by a liveaboard dive vessel. It takes approximately 26 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. The crossing from Los Cabos San Lucas to the Socorro Islands takes approximately 26-28 hrs. It is open sea, please be prepared in case we are faced with rough seas. There are several over the counter remedies that can help you. In case you have a propensity to motion sickness or are concerned that you might develop symptoms, please arm yourself with preventive measures beforehand. 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.

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