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Quino del Mar

Quino del Mar Itinerary

Socorro Island - Citizen Science Expeditions

10 days / 9 nights

About Quino del Mar

  • 10 staterooms with en-suite bathrooms for up to 20 divers
  • Itineraries to Socorro Islands and Sea of Cortez
  • Spacious dive deck with camera facilities
  • Experienced dive masters leading small groups

Launching in July 2025, Quino del Mar liveaboard is set to redefine liveaboard diving in Mexico. With 10 private staterooms, each boasting en-suite bathrooms, this 36-meter vessel offers unparalleled comfort for up to 20 divers. Designed with built-in stabilizers and spacious common areas, Quino del Mar ensures smooth sailing and a comfortable journey. Divers can explore the rich marine biodiversity of the Socorro Islands and the Sea of Cortez, guided by experienced dive masters. Like its sister liveaboards, Rocio del Mar and Quino El Guardian, what sets Quino del Mar apart is its commitment to providing an intimate and personalized diving experience, combining modern amenities with top-notch diving facilities.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 10 days / 9 nights
Number of dives 20
Experience Open Water - Minimum 5 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Explore the remote Revillagigedo Archipelago National Park
  • Tiger sharks, Galapagos sharks, oceanic whitetips, and whale sharks
  • Meet the friendliest giant oceanic mantas in the world at "El Boiler"
  • Share your dives with large schools of jacks and tuna at Roca Partida
  • Get up close with the curious bottlenose dolphins of Cabo Pearce
  • Encounter schooling hammerheads and dozens of silky sharks
  • Whale shark and manta ray photo-identification
  • Zooplankton sampling and looking at samples under a microscope
  • Measuring sharks and bony fish using a stereo-video system 
These trips follow the same itinerary as our other Revillagigedo adventures but are taken to a whole new level by making it a citizen science expedition.

Embark on a bewitching adventure with Beto Garcia, the passionate Executive Director of Whale Shark Mexico, as we set sail to unravel the mysteries of the elusive whale shark and the oceanic manta ray. Immerse yourself in the world of citizen science as we employ the technique of photo identification to capture the essence of these majestic creatures without disturbing their peace. The secrets of the deep will be unveiled as we use cutting-edge software to identify individuals and the complex population structures of both species. Enjoy daily presentations and participate with Beto as he collects data on these incredible animals. We will unlock even deeper secrets by attaching satellite tags to these creatures and tracing their movements if possible. Join us on this enchanting voyage into the unknown depths, where the realm of the shark reigns supreme. 

Day 1: Embark in San José del Cabo, eat dinner and depart at approximately 7pm

Day 2: At Sea

Day 3: 4 dives around Isla San Benedicto

Day 4: 3 dives around Isla Roca Partida

Day 5: 3 more dives at Isla Roca Partida

Day 6: 3 dives around Isla Socorro and check-in with the Naval Station

Day 7: 4 more dives at Isla Socorro

Day 8: 3 final dives around Isla San Benedicto

Day 9: At Sea

Day 10: Arrival in San Jose del Cabo and disembark at 8:30am

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.


Transfer details

Departure

07:00pm

San Jose Del Cabo

Los Cabos International Airport: SJD

Return

08:30am

San Jose Del Cabo

Los Cabos International Airport: SJD

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/quino-del-mar/itn-2507300332321-socorro-island-citizen-science-expeditions