Socorro – Giant Mantas, Dolphins & Sharks

Socorro – Giant Mantas, Dolphins & Sharks

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Socorro – Giant Mantas, Dolphins & Sharks

Socorro is like an oasis in the Pacific Ocean. Not easy to get to but beautifully worthwhile. It's not just lots of mantas, but these gentle giants want to interact with us through the most amazing interspecies communication. This magical connection has been integral to Socorro since our inaugural exploration in 1978. Additionally, about 15 years ago, dolphins began emulating the mantas, fostering pod interactions with bottlenose dolphins on nearly every expedition. Socorro isn't just about mantas; it's about the captivating harmony among these species

Total Reviews
5,538
Average Rating
4.8
Overall
4.8
Cuisine
4.7
Animals
4.6
Crew
4.9
Cleanliness
4.8
Diving
4.8
Guest Reviews
Jaime Sherman
Nautilus Belle Amie
June 29, 2026
Review
Great trip. We had an amazing time
Staff standout
Elise and Dani went above and beyond as dive guides and really cared about us having an exceptional trip
Sydney Chan
Nautilus Belle Amie
June 29, 2026
Review
Great staff and could tell that they all got along very well
Staff standout
Elise, Ivan, and Ray were spectacular. They went above and beyond in making sure to answer any question or request was answered and fulfilled.
Julie Poirier
Nautilus Belle Amie
June 29, 2026
Review
Everything was perfect!
Staff standout
All the dive guides, they are nice and never stop working!
Ray and Osa, so kind and helpful
The cook made extraodinary food every meal
The capitain and all the rest of the staff
Russell Cooper
Nautilus Explorer
June 27, 2026
Review
All good. I´m looking forward to diving Socorro again :)
Staff standout
All crew more helpful and friendly.
Gianna Fable
Nautilus Explorer
June 27, 2026
Review
The diving was spectacular. We saw friendly mantas, dolphins, hammerhead sharks, Galapagos sharks and a tiger shark.
Staff standout
The entire crew was super attentive and made me feel like a princess.
Charles Kiley
Nautilus Explorer
June 27, 2026
Review
I would like to be added to your last minute special list.
Staff standout
Pascal and Nikee were exceptional in the water. Pascal´s shark talk was a highlight for me. Dani and Jaime were very good as well. Jan and Cris were also always very friendly and made me feel comfortable.
Claire De Biasio
Nautilus Belle Amie
June 21, 2026
Review
You are all amazing!
Staff standout
The dive guides were all amazing, the food was outstanding, and all of the staff was conscientious and attentive.
Amber Stein
Nautilus Explorer
June 19, 2026
Review
Thank you SO much for making this the best, most unique diving experience we´ve ever had! We will be back!
Staff standout
The dive crew were absolutely wonderful! They knew the underwater landscape like the back of their hands- able to make real time decisions based on the current, wind, animal presence... I was very impressed with their knowledge of the islands we visited. Pascal was of course the funniest, but I also found him to be very passionate about diving and about the animals we visited! Dani was the dolphin whisperer, and made those encounters even more memorable.

The food was also amazing! I loved the fresh fruits and veggies, mixed in with authentic cuisine. Any time we were not diving, we were eating something tasty! Everyone was so friendly!
Lindsay Meadows
Nautilus Under Sea
June 16, 2026
Review
Excellent crew. Great week of amazing wildlife, perfect weather and wonderful food!
Staff standout
All of the crew were excellent. All work tirelessly to keep the ship and gear clean and organized and make sure the dives are safe and enjoyable. All dive guides were excellent in their communication and guiding underwater. The guides were always calm underwater and always willing to point out wildlife.
I really enjoyed Slavik´s presentations! Very informative and very well done.
Again, all crew were just excellent!!
Siobhan Farr
Nautilus Under Sea
June 16, 2026
Review
This trip was a once in a life time experience, the crew were outstanding and the trip itself was one of the best excursions that I've ever done! I will 100% be recommending to everybody and for sure, you will see me back again one day!
Staff standout
Every single one went above and beyond, cannot thank them all enough! Excellent service!
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