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Socorro Islands ARTICLES

Socorro 2023 Trip Report

Sun, 03/05/2023 - 06:49 — Jacqui

Mark B. Hatter led Bluewater Travel's February 2023 photo workshop in Socorro, Mexico, aboard the Rocio Del Mar. Highlights included encounters with whale sharks, humpback whales, and numerous species of sharks and mantas. The trip boasted excellent weather, clear seas, and successful photography opportunities, drawing repeat guests and showcasing vibrant marine life.

Socorro Trip Report - February 2022

Mon, 03/14/2022 - 14:36 — Nirupam Nigam

humpback whales at Socorro
Led by Nirupam Nigam, the trip focused on underwater photography. Participants encountered diverse marine life including manta rays, sharks (silvertip, hammerheads), and humpback whales. The Rocio Del Mar liveaboard provided a comfortable base for learning and exploring, with participants using a variety of camera systems. Conditions varied from calm to challenging, but each dive offered unique photographic opportunities, culminating in close encounters with humpback whales at Roca Partida.

Eco Socorro May 2021 Recap

Sun, 06/20/2021 - 23:56 — bettyr

Socorro Trip Recap May 2021
Bluewater Travel's Eco Socorro Trip in May 2021, led by Tim Yeo, involved an 8-day diving adventure in the Revillagigedo Archipelago. Highlights included encounters with various shark species, mantas, dolphins, and groupers. The team experienced diverse dive sites like San Benedicto Island, Roca Partida, and Socorro Island, making the trip memorable despite occasional challenging conditions.

Socorro Dive Report: March 2019 Photo Workshop

Wed, 05/15/2019 - 11:08 — colombiana9

socorro diving
Helen Brierley describes an unforgettable journey aboard the Rocio del Mar from San Jose del Cabo to San Benedicto Island. The liveaboard's stabilizers ensured a smooth crossing, essential for seasick-prone travelers. Diving highlights included encounters with mantas, sharks, and rare False killer whales, culminating at Roca Partida with its legendary currents and diverse marine life.

Diving Socorro in December - 2017 Trip Report

Tue, 01/09/2018 - 14:50 — timyeo

A whale shark, dolphins, and a manta ray in Socorro
Tim Yeo recounts the exhilarating Socorro Island diving experience aboard the Quino El Guardian liveaboard. Known for encounters with mantas, sharks, and diverse marine life, Socorro offered spectacular visibility and warm waters. The trip included festive onboard celebrations and exceptional culinary experiences, making it a memorable adventure for all divers.

Trip Report of 2017 Socorro Workshop by Mark Strickland

Thu, 05/11/2017 - 17:56 — Travel Editor

Socorro Islands diving
Mark Strickland led a diverse group of 20 global divers to Socorro Islands, renowned for encounters with large marine species. Highlights included mantas, tiger sharks, and dolphins at sites like El Boiler and Roca Partida. Despite strong currents, the trip provided ample photo opportunities and unforgettable marine life interactions.

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