Dive site · access from Socorro
Cabo Pearce
A long, finger-like rock formation on the east side of Socorro Island, sheltering a calm cove that dive tenders launch from.
- Depth
- 5–30m
- Current
- Strong
- Minimum level
- Advanced open water
- Access
- Boat
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The case for it
Why dive here
- Frequent bottlenose dolphin encounters
- Manta ray cleaning station
- Passing hammerhead schools
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What may rule it out
- Advanced open water certification is the stated minimum.
Access and timing
Plan this through Socorro
Best overall months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. Check the destination planner for operating season, wildlife and other matching sites.
Wildlife
Recorded at this site
rareoccasionalcommonly seenpeak seasondestination closed
Bottlenose dolphin
| Month | Likelihood |
|---|---|
| January | commonly seen |
| February | commonly seen |
| March | commonly seen |
| April | commonly seen |
| May | commonly seen |
| June | destination closed |
| July | destination closed |
| August | destination closed |
| September | destination closed |
| October | destination closed |
| November | commonly seen |
| December | commonly seen |
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Sources & last checked
Checked July 2026
Research is source-backed, but conditions and fees should still be confirmed locally.
View 2 sources and checking notes
- Best Dive Sites in Socorro: Oceanic Mantas & Sharks, Nautilus Liveaboards
- Bottlenose Dolphins entertain our guests at Socorro, Nautilus Liveaboards
Note on the data: Coordinates approximated from Socorro Island's east coast position — no site-specific GPS found.