Socorro with the Quino Del MarFebruary 26, 2028 – March 06, 2028
Join the ECD Crew for 10 amazing days aboard the Quino Del Mar in Socorro!

$4,595per diver*

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Socorro is known as the “Mexican Galapagos”, full of pelagic life. Giant Pacific Mantas, schooling hammerhead sharks, tiger sharks, silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, whale sharks, humpback whales, friendly dolphins and schools of tuna and jacks are all regular visitors to Socorro. There’s something magic about Socorro diving, don’t miss this opportunity to experience it!

About the Diving

Have you ever felt the immensity of the ocean, the sense of being a small part of something truly grand? That's the feeling that washes over you in the Revillagigedo Islands. Rising from the deep Pacific, these volcanic peaks are a sanctuary for marine life found nowhere else on Earth.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Revillagigedo Archipelago, located 250 miles off the southern coast of Baja California, Mexico, blurs the boundaries between the observer and the observed. Socorro Island, a jewel in the archipelago's crown, is a testament to the power and beauty of the natural world. Here, you're not just watching nature; you are immersed in it.
Imagine drifting through the clear waters, surrounded by a kaleidoscope of life. Schools of hammerhead sharks glide effortlessly by, their distinctive silhouettes a testament to the unique biodiversity of these islands. Giant schools of jacks, barracuda, tuna, and wahoo shimmer and swirl around you, a dazzling display of the ocean's abundance. And the sharks! You can encounter Galapagos, silky, whitetip reef, silvertip, and blacktip sharks, each playing a vital role in the oceanic ecosystem. A sleek tiger shark might materialize from the blue, its distinctive stripes a flash of wild beauty. Playful dolphins, curious and intelligent, often approach divers, eager to interact. And then there are the mantas – the stars of the show. With their enormous wings, these majestic creatures perform an underwater ballet, gliding and swirling with effortless grace. They circle and dance, seemingly welcoming you to their world.
Other animal encounters include humpback whales from mid-February to mid-April. During this time, the haunting songs of males fill the water, a symphony of the deep. Surface sightings are common. Whale sharks can be seen in November, December and May. The dramatic display of bait balls and false orcas can add to the May magic.

Our trips have three divemasters on board to lead dives and assist divers. We also have two zodiac drivers vigilantly watching for bubbles and retrieving divers upon surfacing. We provide 80 cubic ft. aluminum tanks that are both DIN & yoke compatible

Quino del Mar is of the utmost seaworthiness and approved by both the US Coast Guard and the Mexican Coast Guard and new to the fleet in 2025. She is equipped with state of the art electronics and all safety equipment required.The amount of guests Quino Del Mar accommodates is 20.

QUINO DEL MAR

118’ with a 26.5’ beam
Takes 20 divers
10 Private Staterooms with ensuite bathroom / 2 people per cabin:
Built-in stabilizers

BELOW DECK
- Cabins 9 and 10 are extra large and have two queen beds

MAIN DECK
- Galley and dining room
- Large Salon
- Large dive deck with fully-equipped camera table
- Bathroom
- Bathroom
- Fresh water showers

UPPER DECK
- Cabins 1-6 have two XL twin beds. The beds are perpendicular to each other to maximize cabin space
- Cabins 7-8 are larger and have two XL twin beds that can be made into one king bed
- Patio area for relaxing

TOP DECK
- Shaded sundeck with deck chairs

The dive deck is large and well organized with a spacious camera table. There is a dive platform for ease ofboarding the inflatables with two outdoor showers. There is a restroom located next to the dive deck. Quino has two 18' Achilles inflatables for our divers' safety and ease with very sturdy ladders.

Included in your trip:

  • 10 nights accommodations aboard the brand new QuinoDel Mar, double occupancy
  • All food and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Domestic beer and wine
  • 7 days of 3-4 dives/day
  • Tanks and weights (and weight belts if needed)
  • ECD trip leaders to handle all the details so you can relax and enjoy your vacation!

 

  • Additional expenses:
  • Marine park fee imposed by the Mexican government paid on board the boat, price subject to change )*
  • Gratuitites
  • Larger capacity tanks
  • Transportation to Cabo San Lucas and to the boat

* 5/8/25 The park fee for Socorro is 3,622 Pesos. For a trip with 6 days of diving, this is 21,732 Pesos.  This fee does not apply to travel days. This duty will be enforceable as of January 01, 2025. PARK FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

$4595 per person

Payment schedule:
$1000 deposit to reserve a spot
$1000 payment due one year before the trip (Feb 2027)
50% of balance due 180 days before the trip (August 2027)
full balance due 90 days before the trip (Dec 2027)