Rocio del Mar, Mexico

Name: Socorro Islands (San Jose del Cabo - San Jose del Cabo)
Start: 2027-01-26
End: 2027-02-04
Location: Mexico

9.1 Superb

Nitrox available
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

from $ 376 / day Check dates

“The captain even loaned me his own wetsuit. ”
Denis E, United Kingdom

Highlights

Choice of 3 itineraries year-round
BBQ on board

The 27m Rocio del Mar liveaboard cruises through to the iconic dive areas of the Socorro Islands, Sea of Cortez, and Baja California and accommodates 20 guests in 10 comfortable staterooms spread over two decks. It offers divers the choice of 3 itineraries, depending on the time of year. All the rooms have private air conditioning, carpets, windows, storage space, and en-suite bathrooms. Meals and snacks are served in the large dining area in the lower deck's forward part and are available throughout the day. Al fresco dining and vegan options are available too. The boat has many relaxation spots, but the sundeck/top deck or the upper deck salon are favorites among the guests. Rocio Del Mar also has a spacious dive deck for storing all diving gear and a camera table for avid photographers.

Scuba diving off the Rocio Del Mar in Mexican waters is a treat. Socorro Island is part of The Revillagigedo Islands, often called Mexico's "Little Galapagos." The itinerary includes diving at San Benedicto, Socorro, Roca Partida, and Clarion Islands. These islands are a magnet for some of the largest pelagic animals in the world, with schooling Hammerhead sharks that come in the hundreds during their migration. Tiger sharks, dolphins, silky sharks, Galapagos sharks, schools of jacks and barracuda, tuna, wahoo, oceanic white tips sharks, whale sharks, and mantas are some charismatic megafaunas that can be spotted here. All dives are led by experienced divemasters who are enthusiastic about sharing their underwater world, and the diving takes place from two pangas or skiffs.

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03 Oct

13 Days / 12 Nights

$ 4,895

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17 Oct

13 Days / 12 Nights

$ 4,895

FULL

01 Nov

14 Days / 13 Nights

$ 5,540

FULL

15 Nov

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,195

FULL

25 Nov

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,195

FULL

05 Dec

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,195

FULL

14 Dec

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,195

FULL

27 Dec

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,195

FULL

06 Jan

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,295

FULL

16 Jan

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,295

FULL

26 Jan

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,295

FULL

05 Feb

10 Days / 9 Nights

$ 4,295

FULL

Included: VAT, Port Fees, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.

Required Extras: National Park Fees (MXN1,380-21,732 / trip).

Optional Extras: Gratuities, Nitrox ($140), Nitrox Course ($200), Private Dive Guide ($75 / day), Rental Gear, WiFi internet ($50 / item).

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Boat features

En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Paid Internet
Non-Smoking Rooms
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
BBQ Area
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping

Food & Drinks

Free Wine w/Dinner
Fine Cuisine
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Welcome Cocktails
Western Food
Local Food
Set Menu Dinner

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Sidemount Diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English and Spanish.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2008

Year renovated: 2025

Length: 34 meters

Beam: 8 meters

Top speed: 12 knots

Cruising speed: 10 knots

Engines: 2 x Perkins

Max guests: 20

Number of cabins: 10

Number of bathrooms: 12

Tenders: 2 x Yamaha 75hp

Water capacity: 40000 liters

Fuel capacity: 60000 liters

Freshwater maker: 7000 liters per day

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Rocio del Mar Reviews

9.1 Superb

Vessel

8.2
Crew

9.4
Food

9.7
Diving

9.5
Value

8.8

9.6 Exceptional
David B
United States

Great diving and crew.
We had a terrific time. The crew and dive masters were super friendly and helpful and really made the trip special. The food is quite good, freshly made, and nicely served. Dive trips are well organized, though some freedom to manage our own profile would be welcome. The boat is nicely laid out, but it a little dated and some refurbishment is needed.
Recommended for
The crew and dive masters were first rate.. The food was fresh and very tasty.. The diving was terrific..
12 Aug, 2026

10 Exceptional
Carsten B
Germany

Unforgettable diving experience
We saw all kinds of shark species, dived often and long with dolphins and manta rays, got to know incredible dive sites like Roca Partida and saw three humpback whales underwater off Clarion Island. The Rocio del Mar is a great boat with that extra extra of stabilizers that make the long crossings very pleasant, an absolute plus over other boats. Food, team and guiding were perfect.
Recommended for
Dive sites, marine life, boat & crew
25 Mar, 2022

Translated from German

10 Exceptional
Erika H
United States

Was so great I loved the crew!!!!
All of it I had a blast!!!
Recommended for
The crew, the dives, the food
09 Sep, 2020

8.8 Fabulous
Marty R
Canada

An amazing dive trip.
The journey out to the Socorros Islands takes time and can be a bit rough... but it is worth it! The diving was absolutely incredible. It was one of those rare times when reality was even better than what you see on Instagram or YouTube. The crew was fantastic - everyone was there to make your experience better. The food was excellent and they did a great job catering to individual dietary needs. I can't wait to go back!
Recommended for
The crew was amazing.. The diving was incredible.. The other guests were all wonderful and friendly..
29 May, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Kay-Peter S
Germany

Mantas, sharks and dolphins
This trip was a great experience. Together with many very nice people from all over the world, watching the big fish of the Socorro Islands up close was fascinating.
Recommended for
Manta rays, sharks and dolphins. Dive guides and crew. Large windows that can be opened in the cabin.
22 Jan, 2026

Translated from German

10 Exceptional
Denis E
United Kingdom

Sea lions in the Sea of Cortez
The captain and crew were fantastic. My bag containing my dive gear was left at Heathrow by American Airlines but the crew and other guests rallied to ensure I had enough gear to continue with the trip. The captain even loaned me his own wetsuit. Fantastic trip.
Recommended for
The food, sea lions, dive guides
05 Aug, 2022

10 Exceptional
Linda M
United States

Great crew, Yummy Food, Incredible Action!
The marine life action was the highlight! We had many encounters with friendly mantas and dolphins. Lots of hammerhead action with big school sightings frequent. Crew was friendly and helpful. The food was tasty. Highly recommend thus trip.
Recommended for
Mantas, Dolfins, Hammerheads
17 Dec, 2021

10 Exceptional
Tamyko Y
Spain

Hammerheads experience
We were lucky with sightings. Schools of hammersheads nearby
Recommended for
Hammerheads, crew, food
10 Feb, 2024

10 Exceptional
Marcio G
Brazil

amazing
Dives at roca partida. Unbelievable. Dolphin meeting, mantas...
Recommended for
dives, crew, food
27 Jan, 2018

9.2 Superb
Gordon P
United States

Sea Lions and Whale Sharks
Best parts were diving and interacting with the sea lions. We also had a long snorkel with the Whale Sharks which was quite memorable. The crew was fantastic and food was very good too. In addition black coral forests were fantastic along with nudibranchs and other sea life. Overall an excellent trip.
Recommended for
Diving, Sea Lions, Whale Sharks, Food on boat
12 Sep, 2018

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9.1 Superb
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10 Exceptional
Alfred David B
United States

Great time on Rocio del Mar, they did a great job of taking care of us for Snorkeling!
Great job accommodating us for snorkeling. I was somewhat hesitant to book snorkeling (only) on dive boat. But, Rocio del Mar crew did great job accommodating us. We had snorkeling set up every day, with DM -- same schedule as scuba. Everything was top notch -- boats, staff, dive sites, etc. Highly recommended!!
Recommended for
Snorkeling, Food, Friendly Staff
16 Aug, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
Gregor C
United States

Socorro on the Rocio del Mar was everything we hoped for.
Very memorable trip - hundreds of hammerheads and other sharks, many close pelagic manta encounters, and much more. The crew and DMs were excellent, and the food was great. Multiple fellow divers were returning for a second trip on the Rocio del Mar and we can see why!
Recommended for
Amazing dives. Welcoming crew. Excellent food.
10 Jan, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Juan M
Mexico

Fantastic
Creew atention Food We were so happy to be there. Thanks for all the crew
Recommended for
Food, dive guide, crew service
21 Aug, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
Renaud L
France

Exceptional cruise
Magnificent underwater encounters!
Recommended for
Marine life. Atmosphere in the team. Very efficient general organization.
11 Jan, 2026

Translated from French

10 Exceptional
Freek S
Netherlands

Wonderful and fabulous
A wonderful dive experience, on a wonderful boat with a truly wonderful crew.
Recommended for
Fabulous diving. Fabulous crew. The service around the food was really fabulous..
14 Jan, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Janice S
Canada

Spectacular for manta rays
Incredible experiences with Manta Rays who, on one of our dives, visited each person by flying directly overhead - 2 or 3 feet hoping for a bubble tickle. Awesome. A friendly dolphin also enjoyed repeated stroking. A lifetime experience.
Recommended for
Manta rays, dolphins, crew
27 Jan, 2023

9.6 Exceptional
John G
Canada

Best Crew in the Industry...
Sardines, dolphins and hammer heads. What a treat!
Recommended for
Friendly helpful crew. Delicious food. Organized dives.
07 Nov, 2018

10 Exceptional
Jaclyn B
United States

Unbelievable amenities and crew!
The crew was very welcoming and seemed to work together seamlessly. They made sure you always had everything you needed. Dives were great, we got 22 completed by the end of the trip. Could see humpback whales from the boat, dove with dolphins, schooling hammerheads and countless manta rays who were very friendly. Trip of a lifetime!
Recommended for
1. Attentiveness of crew and captain 2. FOOD (multiple courses each meal) 3. Dive sites with large pelagic animals!
11 Feb, 2022

9.2 Superb
Alfredo R
United States

Easy and Interesting Diving in the Sea of Cortez
An overall great experience. I did the Sea of Cortez Mid Riff Islands itinerary. The boat, while not luxurious, has everything you need. The racks are comfortable and the food is excellent. The location of the galley in the hold is unfortunate but weather permitting we were able to eat top deck one evening and that was fabulous. The entire crew was incredibly friendly and helpful and worked tirelessly to create a good experience. Ship life is unpredictable, with unexpected repairs, weather, etc. and I thought the crew did a great job navigating whatever came and adapting to it. The Sea of Cortez is incredible with stark desert island landscapes and pristine beaches water. The dives themselves were excellent and approachable to wide variety of skill levels, offering a diverse range of topography and life including lots of sea lion interaction. I went in August when the water temp was at its peak and it was certainly warm, averaging 85F or more every dive. I would dive this boat and crew again for sure and am already looking at their Socorro itinerary for next year.
Recommended for
Natural Beauty. Crew. Varied Dive Sites.
26 Aug, 2025

8.0 Very good
Mathilde C
France

An absolut blast
The dive sites were amazing, great organisation, excellent food. Everyone was passionate and professional on board. I can only recommend and I am myself very much looking forward to dive in Revilla again in the future!
Recommended for
Dives, food, crew
05 Feb, 2022

9.2 Superb
David D
Canada

I didn't come for the boat, I came for the diving and I was not disappointed!
I knew what the boat was going to be like, I didn't sign up cuz I like boats. :) The diving was great, so much to see! Vis wasn't great, but there was a lot of life, and for me, the water was warm enough (25c) that I didn't need to wear anything more than a rashguard. The mantas were breathtaking, and even from a distance, the tiger sharks looked menacing, and I was happy to keep them at a little bit of a distance from me. :) While all the crew were great, special shout-out to the chef, every meal was great, and many things I had never had before (still not sure what they all were!), were all very tasty. The boat itself is pretty much as presented in the images, it's "fine", didn't wow anyone, but also didn't present any problems. Oh, the mess is in the front of the boat, below the waterline, and while I didn't have any issues, there were nights when about 1/3rd of the divers didn't come down for meals due to sea-sickness issues. Some were delivered meals in their rooms... but you can hardly blame that on the boat I think. Other than that, the cabins are a bit on the smaller side, but not uncomfortably so.
Recommended for
Largest mantas I've ever seen!. Hammerheads!. Staff that seemed to take their jobs seriously, incl. diver safety..
19 Jan, 2026

8.4 Very good
Antonio Gayá F
Spain

Nice holidays
I expected to see a lot more big life, closer and much much more often. All the rest perfect.
Recommended for
service, friendliness
24 Jan, 2017

9.6 Exceptional
Rolf K
Switzerland

Socorro
Dolphins Mantas Sharks Humpbacks
Recommended for
1) Team of Rocio del Mar 2) Nature reserve 3) diving
26 Feb, 2020

8.8 Fabulous
Destia S
United States

Sunsets and Sea Lions
The crew was fabulous. The Diving was fun with sea lions and Whale sharks. The sunsets were divine
Recommended for
The crew was fabulous. The Diving was fun with sea lions and Whale sharks. The sunsets were divine
30 Jul, 2018

9.2 Superb
Andrei F
Romania

Amazing diving and great crew
Same as above
Recommended for
The hammerhead schools; the dolphins; the people in the crew
30 Jan, 2022

9.6 Exceptional
JUN Z
China

It was a real pleasure to be able to swim with dolphins
Dolphins swim together
Recommended for
Dolphins swim together, manta swim together, and humpback whales sing on the bottom of the sea
26 Feb, 2020

Translated from Chinese

10 Exceptional
Ted S
United States

We saw everything!
Amazing liveaboard. The crew was great and did a amazing job taking care of our gear. Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
Recommended for
Amazing Animal Sightings. Stellar Crew and Divemasters. Good Food.
10 Jun, 2026

9.2 Superb
Debra C
United States

Fantastic experience!
Giant manta rays, whale shark, dolphins, and hammerheads
Recommended for
Amazing sea life we got to see, crew, food
07 Aug, 2022

8.4 Very good
Becky R
United Kingdom

Epic adventure suppprted by an experienced, caring crew.
This trip was brilliant from start to end. The boat was a bit old, but very well designed and everything worked. The cabins have beds that intersect at the food (right angles) rather than bunks, so avoiding that claustrophic feel. Lovely hot showers. Spacious dive deck, which was really well organised. Good variety of food each day, freshly made.
Recommended for
Some of best diving of my life. Friendly, helpful and extremely caring crew. Plentiful, tasty food..
19 Jan, 2026

9.2 Superb
Marc A
Canada

Best live-aboard I've ever done
Exactly as mentioned above, the diving was incredible in the Socorro islands, the food on the boat was truly impressive, and the dive masters and support crew went above and beyond to help with gear, logistics, etc.
Recommended for
The diving was incredible in the Socorro islands, the food on the boat was truly impressive, and the dive masters and support crew went above and beyond to help with gear, logistics, etc.
07 Aug, 2022