Nautilus Explorer
Operated by Nautilus Liveaboards
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration8 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
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Mexico liveaboard diving: compare every operator
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Mexico's great liveaboard destination is Socorro, in the remote Revillagigedo islands, famous for giant oceanic mantas that seek out divers, plus sharks and dolphins. Compare every operator below by season, dive level and real price, cheapest first.
Compare 7 Mexico liveaboards
Nautilus Belle Amie
Operated by Nautilus Liveaboards
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration8 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
Nautilus Under Sea
Operated by Nautilus Liveaboards
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration8 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
Nautilus Gallant Lady
Operated by Nautilus Liveaboards
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration8 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
Rocio Del Mar
Operated by Mexico Liveaboards
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration9 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
Quino Del Mar
Operated by Mexico Liveaboards
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration9 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
Valentina
Operated by Valentina Liveaboard
- RouteSocorro Islands
- Duration8 nights
- Minimum certificationAdvanced Open Water
- Min. logged dives50
- Marine lifemanta rays, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whale sharks
Best time to dive Mexico
Socorro runs from about November to May, when liveaboards cross from Cabo San Lucas to the islands. Giant mantas arrive as the season opens, sharks are strongest from January to March, and the best whale shark chances come at the end of the season. DiveScanner only shows boats that actually sail in the month you choose, so you never see a trip that is not running.
Marine life on Mexico liveaboards
Across these Socorro routes you can realistically encounter giant oceanic mantas, sharks, hammerhead sharks, dolphins and whale sharks, depending on the season, the itinerary and conditions on the day. For the giants here, read reef vs oceanic mantas, and for whale sharks see where to see whale sharks.
Mexico liveaboard FAQs
When is the best time to dive Mexico's Socorro?
About November to May, when the liveaboards run from Cabo San Lucas to the Revillagigedo islands.
What can you see diving Mexico's Socorro?
Giant oceanic mantas that seek out divers, scalloped and silvertip and Galapagos sharks, hammerheads, dolphins and, occasionally, whale sharks and humpback whales in season.
Do I need experience for a Mexico Socorro liveaboard?
Yes, Socorro is an advanced destination with cool water, current and blue water dives, so operators ask for Advanced certification and logged dives. DiveScanner shows the exact requirement for every boat.
Can I dive with great whites at Guadalupe?
Guadalupe cage diving is currently restricted by the Mexican authorities, so confirm before planning it.