Socorro Islands (Revillagigedo) Liveaboard Expedition

Experience the "Galapagos of Mexico" – the world's premier destination for up-close encounters with giant Pacific manta rays, wild dolphins, and schooling sharks.

The Destination: Revillagigedo Archipelago

Located approximately 250 miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the Revillagigedo Archipelago (often called the Socorro Islands) is a remote group of four volcanic islands: Socorro, Clarion, San Benedicto, and Roca Partida. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and North America's largest marine reserve, these nutrient-rich waters converge to create a pelagic paradise unmatched on Earth.

Signature Dive Highlights

• The Mantas of San Benedicto: Giant Pacific mantas (wingspans up to 24 feet) actively seek out human interaction. They will swim inches from you, hover in your bubbles, and maintain eye contact for the entire dive.
• Roca Partida Pinnacle: A sheer volcanic pillar rising from the deep ocean floor. This site is a magnet for schooling hammerheads, Galapagos sharks, silky sharks, and massive yellowfin tuna.
• Wild Bottlenose Dolphins: The resident dolphins at Cabo Pearce are famous for mimicking the behavior of the mantas, coming close to divers to play and socialize.
• Humpback Whales (Jan - Apr): During winter, humpbacks migrate here to breed. You can hear their whale songs underwater, and lucky divers may encounter mother and calf pairs.

The Nautilus Fleet & Onboard Luxury

Nautilus Liveaboards operates a fleet of heavy-duty, ocean-going vessels built for safety and stability in open waters: Nautilus Belle Amie, Nautilus Explorer, and Nautilus Under Sea. All vessels feature air-conditioned cabins, private ensuite bathrooms, comfortable lounges, hot tubs on the sun deck, and a dedicated camera table with charging stations for photographers.

A Typical Day Onboard

Trip Details & Inclusions

Diver Requirements & Packing

This is an open-ocean destination with deep dives, potential currents, and offshore swells. All divers must have an Advanced Open Water certification and at least 50 logged dives. Water temperatures range from 70°F to 78°F, so a 5mm or 7mm wetsuit with hood is highly recommended. All divers must carry a dive computer and an SMB (surface marker buoy).