Socorro 2026

We are excited to announce we will be diving on the newest vessel in Socorro, Quino del Mar!

Quino del Mar is 118′ long with a 26.5’beam. Quino del Mar accommodates 20 guests in ten air-conditioned cabins, each sleeping two guests.

Boat Faculties: 

Upper deck
– Cabins 1-6 have two XL twin beds. The beds are perpendicular to each other to maximise cabin space.
– Cabins 7-8 are larger and have one queen bed and one XL twin

Below deck
– Cabins 9 and 10 are extra large and have one queen bed and one XL twin.Each cabin has ample storage and clothing/towel hooks. It also has a bathroom with a lavatory, shower, and toilet. We provide shampoo, soap, and bath wash. There are no hair dryers.

Our guests enjoy comfortable mattresses and quality bed linens. Our steward cleans all rooms, bunks, and bathrooms during the first dives of the day.

We provide bath towels and dive deck towels, which are changed mid-trip.

The galley and dining room are on the main deck and comfortably accommodate all 20 passengers. A large salon is also on the main deck with full-sized sofas, a TV, and a computer station. There is shaded sundeck with lawn chairs perfect for relaxing between dives.

There are two outdoor showers and a restroom next to the dive deck.

All voltage is 110, just like in the USA. Each bunk has a double outlet.

Dive Deck:

The dive platforms are meticulously arranged, with each diver assigned a designated dive station.

On board, a well-equipped camera table, with numerous power outlets and access to compressed air is available. They have fire-retardent Lipo bags for charging lithium batteries.

80 cubic ft. aluminum tanks compatible with both DIN and yoke connections, along with weights and belts for divers’ convenience.

The diving operations utilise two 18-foot Achilles inflatable pangas, each accompanied by a vigilant driver who constantly monitors for emerging bubbles. The transfer from the boat to the dive site is typically brief, facilitated by sturdy and user-friendly ladders on the pangas.

The Revillagigedo Islands (also Revillagigedo Archipelago) 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. Socorro Island is the most diverse in flora, fauna, and topography. The islands lie 250 miles off Baja Mexico’s southern shore.

These islands are a spectacular magnet for the largest ocean pelagic animals in the world. Animals include schooling hammerhead sharks, tiger sharks, friendly bottlenose dolphins, silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, clouds of jacks and barracuda, tuna, wahoo, oceanic whitetip sharks, and giant, inquisitive manta rays – Socorro’s claim to fame! Whale sharks may be seen during December.

This destination can only be dived by a liveaboard dive vessel. It takes approximately 26-28 hours one way to reach the islands. This is an excellent dive destination for large pelagics due to the islands’ open ocean nature, which sometimes includes currents and choppy conditions. The underwater topography consists of rocky outcroppings, boulders, and some incredible walls.

Passengers are organized into three groups, each led by a divemaster for the dive excursions. Upon receiving a detailed dive briefing, each group gears up, embarks on the panga, and enters the water with a backroll entry. The attentive crew is available to assist divers with any physical limitations they may have. Group dives are conducted, and at the conclusion of the dive, the panga will approach each diver. Weight belts and BCDs are removed and lifted into the boat by the driver, and divers then remove their fins before boarding the vessel. Upon returning to the main boat, the crew will stow the gear and can hand back any cameras to the divers.

PLEASE NOTE: Socorro Park rules prohibit knives and using flashlights. It also bans night dives. Lights that are attached to a camera are allowed.

Below is our scheduled diving itinerary. Weather and sea conditions may alter this itinerary, and if unique animal sightings arise, we may suggest options to divers.

Day 1: Embark in San José del Cabo / Dinner and departure at approximately 7 pm

Day 2: At Sea

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

Day 10: Arrival in San Jose del Cabo and disembark at 8:30 am

Price: $5,500 per person (twin share basis)*

*Marine park fees included at 2025 rates. If this rate increases in 2026 the price difference will be covered by the guests.

Included in the trip costs:

• 9 nights on board (last night either on board or in a hotel).
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner (food allergies will be catered to).
• Afternoon snacks.
• Unlimited coffee, tea, soft drinks and water.
• 6 days diving
• Dive guides.
• Tanks and weights
• Marine park fees*
• Environmental fees.
• Port departure fees.
• Transport to and from airport.
• Professional photos.
• Custom Blue Horizon Diving trip t-shirt.

Excluded in the trip costs:

• All flights (please book flights with plenty of time)
• Any required visas for travel to Mexico
• All beverages aside from coffee, tea and water
• Travel and Dive insurance (Strongly recommended)
• Tourist tax
• Gratuities (suggested $10-15 per dive per diver)
• Out with trip tours
• Personal expenses
• Dive training costs
• Nitrox tanks
• Rental equipment

By Booking onto our trips you agree to our Booking, Payment & Cancellation Policy.

Booking, Payment & Cancellation Policy

• Blue Horizon Adventures Limited and Blue Horizon Diving Limited’s cancellation policy is inline with the cancellation policy of our operators. Once payment has been made in full there are no refunds.
• To guarantee your space on the trip, a 25% non-refundable deposit is due with the booking. When we receive your deposit, we will send you a detailed trip information pack including welcome letter, booking voucher, invoice, sale receipt, waivers and forms to allow you to prepare for the diving trip.
• The remaining 75% of your payment is due is due by 1st June 2026.
• Full payment is due six (6) months prior to the trip start day.
• We reserve the right to re-sell any space that is not paid in full by this date.
• Deposits are non-refundable.
• No refund is made for any unused parts of the itinerary.
• Trip details such as dates, prices, accommodations, are subject to change without prior notice.
• Travel and dive insurance is not included in the trip price but is strongly recommended to have.
• A dive medical form will be provided for completion on booking to ensure you are fit to dive. If Yes is answered to any question, a doctor sign off will be required. This must be completed prior to our trip. If unable to be cleared our repayment terms apply as per noted in the booking, payment and cancellation policy.
• By booking onto our trips, you agree to assign all rights to the film, videotape, digital media, sound recordings, photography and printed quotes thereof made of you during the trip by representatives of Blue Horizon Diving Limited, Blue Horizon Adventures Limited, or their designee. You hereby authorise the reproduction, copyright, exhibition, and/or distribution of said materials worldwide without limitations for any purpose. No money shall be due to you for such use, now or in the future.
• Payment can be made by wire transfer, credit/debit card or PayPal.
• Blue Horizon Diving Limited and Blue Horizon Adventures Limited are not responsible for any transfer fees associated with payments.
• Flights, visa, travel expenses and taxes are not included in the trip cost.
• Travel and dive insurance is not included in the trip price but is strongly recommended to have.
• Flight time and schedule, weather, water temperature, and animal behavior are all subject to change.
• We strongly recommend and advise all guests to purchase travel insurance in case of unforeseen circumstances.