Socorro islands Scuba diving
2-10 November 2025
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Socorro islands Scuba diving
Liveaboard Charter
Dive into the heart of Mexico's "Little Galapagos" at Socorro Island, also known as The Revillagigedo Archipelago, a pelagic lover's paradise and underwater adventure like no other! We also dive 6 days, 1 more day than many other charters!
Renowned for its unique ecosystem, this archipelago draws large pelagic animals, making it a premier destination for diving with the world's most sociable giant manta rays, playful wild bottlenose dolphins, breaching humpback whales, and over seven shark species, including the majestic whale shark, schooling hammerheads and tiger sharks.
Despite strong currents making it a challenge suitable for advanced divers, the unparalleled underwater experiences offer immense rewards. Comparable to the Pacific giants like the Galapagos, Cocos Island, and Malpelo, Socorro stands out for its accessibility from the Americas and most parts of the world.
Join us for an epic pelagic expedition in Socorro Island, where the wonders of the deep await!
Special Baja Wild Encounters Promotion - we cover the cost of your Nitrox!
Tour Information…
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Sharks:
Scalloped Hammerheads
Tiger
Whale
Galapagos
Silky
Oceanic Blacktip
Silvertip
Whitetip Reef
Dusky
Friendly curious Dolphins
Giant Oceanic Manta Rays
Pelagic Fish:
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Schooling Jacks
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Accommodation (quad occupency, dorm style cabin)
Meals and beverages
Complimentary beer and wine.
Nitrox Tanks (exclusive BWE offer - value of $140 USD) and Weights
Taxes
Port fees
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Scuba Diving Gear - please bring your own or hire prior to the trip - message us and we can help arrange dive gear at an additional cost.
Flights/transfers to and from meeting point in San Jose del Cabo
Extra food & drinks before and after the trip.
National Park Fee - 1811 pesos per day of diving. For a typical Socorro trip with six days of diving, it is 10866 pesos. Divers can pay this in advance or at the end of the trip. We will use the peso/dollar exchange rate on the departure date. *Park fee is subject to change without notice
Crew gratuity (typically 10%-15% of the fare)
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Full Scuba gear - Mask, BCD, Regulators, Belt, Dive Computer (requirement!), Wetsuit, Fins, SMB/Safety Sausage.
Camera to save the moments - although we will be taking and sharing videos with you.
Warm clothing - it can get cold on the boat.
Sunscreen/protection - it can also get really sunny and warm during the day - please bring biodegradable, as normal sun protection is damaging for the reefs.
Sea sickness pills - it can get very wavey in the open ocean, we recommend Meclizine as it is a lot less drowsy than Dramamine.
A good attitude, this is nature, there are no guarantees with what we can see, we will use our experience and expertise to put you in the best places possible for sightings but there is always a chance that you won’t see anything - altough very rare!
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2024: $3500 USD per person
2025: $3600 USD per person
(quad occupancy)
Half Charter so we have space for
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Must be advanced minimum with good level of experience - this is an area with challenging current diving.
Nitrox certified - we offer Nitox icluded in the cost because it is so much better with nitrox. e.g. you are sat at a shark cleaning station and with normal air you have 3 minutes, with nitrox you could have 15 minutes, which could be the difference between good encounters and life changing encounters.
Dive computer must be wor by ALL divers.
Dive insurance (DAN or DiveAssure recommended)
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Dates available
Dedicated Baja Wild Encounters Half Charter!
2- 10 November 2025
This will be all Baja Wild Encounters guests, with Jamie as group leader. Jamie was a previous guide here in Revillagigedo, so you will essentially have 2 guides! We also dive 6 days, 1 more day than many other charters!
Any other dates available you can contact us - we are partnered with various Boats and can offer great pricing, and by booking directly with Baja Wild Encounters you will receive Nitrox free of charge on certain boats, normal price of nitrox is $140 USD!
Itinerary
* Please note that the itinerary may change slightly due to weather, water conditions, marine life sighting reports, and other factors out of our control.
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Day 1 - Embark in San José del Cabo / Dinner and departure at approximately 7 pm
Day 2 - At Sea travel day - it takes around 26-28 hours each way to reach the Socorro Islands
Day 3 - Isla San Benedicto / 4 dives
Day 4 - Isla Roca Partida / 3 dives
Day 5 - Isla Roca Partida / 3 dives
Day 6 - Isla Socorro / 3 dives / Check-in with the Naval Station
Day 7 - Isla Socorro / 4 dives
Day 8 - Isla San Benedicto / 3 dives
Day 9 - At Sea return travel back to mainland
Day 10 - Arrival in San Jose del Cabo and disembark at 8:30 am
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About the vessel
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Quino el Guardian is extremely seaworthy and is approved by both the US Coast Guard and the Mexican Coast Guard. She is equipped with state-of-the-art electronics and all required safety equipment.
Our vessel is 90 ft long with a 23 ft beam.
Quino comfortably accommodates 16 passengers with additional space for two of the group leaders in the crew quarters.
5 cabins:
4 cabins with 4 beds: 2 bunks on each side equaling 4 beds
Each bed has a privacy curtain, light and power outlet
Dresser with 4 large drawers – one for each guest with additional storage under the beds
Rooms are typically assigned by gender
1 cabin with two beds that sleeps 2 (typically reserved for a couple)
We do our best to put a second couple in their own room whenever possible, however this is subject to availability due to the mix of men/women on the boat
There is air conditioning throughout all interior areas for everyone’s comfort – each cabin can be individually controlled
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4 bathrooms with a full size shower in each on the dive deck (also air conditioned) – each bathroom is assigned to a cabin so guests can leave their personal items inside
2 community lavatories on the dive deck
Large galley that comfortably accommodates all passengers with a projector and a drop-down screen for group presentations
Salon is comfortable with sofas, a TV, a computer table set up, books and DVD’s
All power is 110 (just like the US)
Large shaded sundeck with lawn chairs – perfect for relaxing between dives
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Huge, well organized dive deck with gear storage for all your diving equipment
Spacious camera table with lots of power outlets
Dive platform for easy access to the inflatable pangas
Rinse shower on the dive platform
2 on-board compressors
2 inflatable pangas with drivers to get you to and from the dive sites – each has a sturdy ladder for the safety and comfort of our divers
Area Information
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Averages (but can be colder):
November: 24°C - 28°C (75°F - 82°F)
December: 24°C - 28°C (75°F - 82°F)
January: 22°C - 26°C (72°F - 79°F)
February: 22°C - 26°C (72°F - 79°F)
March: 22°C - 26°C (72°F - 79°F)
April: 22°C - 26°C (72°F - 79°F)
May: 24°C - 28°C (75°F - 82°F)
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Averages: High/Low
November: 24°C (75°F) / 17°C (63°F)
December: 23°C (73°F) / 16°C (61°F)
January: 22°C (72°F) / 14°C (57°F)
February: 22°C (72°F) / 13°C (55°F)
March: 23°C (73°F) / 13°C (55°F)
April: 23°C (73°F) / 14°C (57°F)
May: 23°C (73°F) / 15°C (59°F)
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Flights are closest and often cheapest to fly internationally to Los Cabos airport (SJD) However you could also fly into La Paz and travel down.