Location:
Part of the remote Revillagigedo Archipelago, Socorro Island lies about 600 km off Mexico’s Pacific coast — accessible only by liveaboard and often compared to the Galápagos for its wild pelagic encounters.
 
Why it’s a top dive destination:
Socorro is legendary for its giant oceanic manta rays — graceful creatures that seem to seek out divers for close interaction. The nutrient-rich currents also attract schools of sharks, dolphins, and even humpback whales, making every dive an adrenaline-filled experience in open ocean wilderness.
 
Highlights:
Giant mantas at The Boiler and Cabo Pearce
Hammerheads, silky, and Galápagos sharks
Dolphins, whale sharks, and seasonal humpback whales
Volcanic pinnacles and dramatic underwater topography
 
Fun Fact:
The mantas of Socorro are known to actively interact with divers — circling slowly and making eye contact. Many divers describe it as one of the most emotional wildlife encounters of their lives.