250 nautical miles south of Cabo San Lucas, surrounded by a teeming marine reserve and national park, lays the Revillagigedo Archipelago. These 4 islands and the waters around them are an UNESCO world heritage site and have been compared to the Galapagos and Cocos islands for the amazing abundance of life and their unique eco-system.
Scuba divers come to the Socorro islands to dive and experience the unforgettable Giant Mantas, who seem to enjoy the company of humans and their bubbles. More then 7 different types of sharks, like Hammerheads, Whale-sharks, Galapagos and white-tip sharks, along side whales and dolphins, are also among the species that have been luring wildlife enthusiasts, photographers and scientists for the past 20 years.
The Solmar V takes divers to encounter all these and more between November and June. Itinerary details depend on weather and sea conditions, but you can expect diving near 3 of the 4 islands:
San Benedicto, where Giant Pacific Mantas love to get cleaned by the local Clarion Angelfish. "El Boiler" dive site, is one of the most famous Manta dive spots in the world. On a normal dive you can also see Hammerheads, Whale-sharks and Humpback whales.
Socorro is the second stop of the Solmar V thrilling expedition. In dive sites like "Aquarium", "Punta Tosca" and "Cabo pearce", you can be sure the Manta action will continue. Sharks, dolphins, Tuna and many more animals can be sighted here.
Roca Pertida is the smallest island and the last stop for the trip. This pinnacle, which sticks out of the water 115f/35m, is often visited by Humpback whales, Whale-sharks, dolphins, schools of pelagic fish like tuna, jacks and of coarse, Manta rays. Many shark species can be found here as well.
2 Dives are scheduled after the ship arrives at the first dive site at approximately 4pm, and 3-4 dives per day for the rest. Trip ends after breakfast on the last morning.