Socorro Giant Mantas Reviews

Any crew standout?
Yes, all the divemasters and the hostess and cook were AWESOME! The Captain was top notch! Everyone was so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.

Guest Comments:
thank you for a great trip

Any crew standout?
Each of the divemasters (Ivan, Manu, Elise) were extremely good at everything they did. They each need a raise for the amount of effort and work they place on their job assignments

Guest Comments:
Can´t wait to book another trip!

Any crew standout?
Elise and Manule were amazing! they made my trip very relaxing and I felt so safe with them. Enjoyed spending time with them after the dives. Leura was amazing! she was literally the back bone of the ship. She did everything down to the T. amazing

Guest Comments:
We had such a wonderful time on the boat.

Any crew standout?
Manu and Elise were absolutely incredible. They made our time on the boat so enjoyable. They were fun on the dives and even more fun while on the boat. They took the time to chat with us, get to know us, and show us a great time. Elise and I were alos whaleshark twins so that was also pretty awesome :)

Guest Comments:
When´s the next trip?

Any crew standout?
We had the pleasure of spending the majority of our trip with our dive masters Elise and Mauele and we couldn´t have asked for a better pair of humans. They were not only helpful and accommodating but they are kind and funny as well. The entire crew did an amazing job making us feel at home in the middle of nowhere.

Guest Comments:
Magnificent trip, I plan to dive again with Nautilus when I can afford another liveaboard excursion. Only possible suggestions would be to add hand sanitizer in the dining area, and I wish there had been some toilet cleaning solution in the bathroom along with the brush, I would have used it as the toilet got stinky after a few days. I don't expect the crew to do this. Otherwise, simply outstanding experience, thank you!

Any crew standout?
Manuele and Elise are always friendly and willing to chat. Patient! Ivan is funny and calm in the water, and amazing at finding sealife for guests. Laura is gracious and elegant in her role as hostess and Gerardo is simply amazing -- everything he cooks and bakes is delicious. I was especially grateful for the special meals (I don't eat meat -- the chicken lasagna was incredible and I know it took a lot of extra time, thank you!). All of the other deckhands were polite, friendly, and helpful too. Really impressive crew. All ambassadors for the company.

Any crew standout?
Truly every single member of the crew made this trip incredible. The dive masters were knowledge, patient, fun, and overall outstanding. I enjoyed diving with Alene, Juan, and Emanuel; I will definitely seek them out when I return to dive in Mexico. The staff were gracious; every need was anticipated, met, and delivered with kindness and good humor.

Guest Comments:
Not at this time.

Any crew standout?
No specific comments

Guest Comments:
This was my second trip with Nautilus and my friend's third. We tell everyone who dives about this trip and company. It is an absolute must.

Any crew standout?
All of them. Even though it may seem improbable - it is not! The entire crew from the kitchen, to the engineers, hosts and dive masters are wonderful. And the captain - kind of like "The Love Boat" (not to date myself).

Guest Comments:
The crew was excellent in making accommodation for the guests. } The only suggestion would be to upgrade the AC units for lower cabin, otherwise, the trip has been perfect. Captain Gordan did a wonderful job getting us to experience the best of Sea of Cortez and Soccorro in the midst of negotiating 2 storm fronts! Bravo!

Any crew standout?
Eline is the best!

Any crew standout?
Tati forgot to mention the Tico-manta/-shark who always made us smile and laugh! Alice very attentive, chef very good, divemasters great, but very hard to pick favorites, because the whole crew is amazing! Love the life line!

Any crew standout?
This trip was way beyond expectations! So many things made it exceptional— I definitely will be recommending, and plan to come back. Alicia always ready with coffees, hot chocolate, waters between dives. The DMs taking our drink orders from the skiff on our last five and radioing them in so they are ready on arrival. Juan David is a great excellent DM. Very safe, professional, excellent eyes for finding things. Plans dive very safely Captain Gordon is so friendly and open with communication. It was so nice to discuss next moves for the following day and the reasons why we were making that decision. Made a great change to the plan (go to sea of Cortez) while storms grew over Socorro. Then to Socorro when safe. Very much appreciated. Kike was an excellent chef. Really great variety. Osa was a great cocktail maker! He would come to rooftop jacuzzi, take orders, make the drinks, then bring them all the way back to jacuzzi! Above and beyond. Eline was wonderful— so friendly and professional. Makes the dives very enjoyable. She gave graded oversight based on a divers experience/comfort level, which was very appreciated.

Any crew standout?
Alice was very attentive, all the dive instructors were great and competent, but the entire crew was just really great, so it's hard to pick favorites ;-)

Any crew standout?
All of them are very competent and hard working. Alicia and Oso stood out as bending over backwards to help people in any way they can. All 3 dive masters are top notch, Juan David, Imil and Elisa.

Guest Comments:
This was a trip of a lifetime for me, fun, safe, an incredible captain and crew, You have an outstanding company, Thank you!

Any crew standout?
The dive masters were incredible, I explained that I was not as experienced as fellow divers and each dive master (Iman and Eileen) encouraged me and checked in with me regularly. We were briefed each dive and safety was always emphasized! I was comfortable with each dive and had the time of my life! The chef was amazing, the food was excellent quality, great recipes and always on time , The variety was perfect, I really enjoyed the food Alicia and Osa were amazing, incredibly service oriented and friendly, always willing to go above and beyond for all of us, Captain Gordon made it a priority to visit with all the guests and he navigated our entire trip away from a hurricane! I feel we had two trips in one! La Paz diving and Socorro diving! Excellent decision making and people skills The deck hands and crew were helpful and friendly, I adored them all!

Guest Comments:
The ship is clean, comfortable, with attention to detail excellent

Any crew standout?
Juan David is professional & personable. Always looking out for safety. During dives he is a reassuring presence.

Any crew standout?
Alicia is an extraordinary hostess

Any crew standout?
All the crew were great !!

Any crew standout?
Fantastic personel. I felt really well taken care of.

Any crew standout?
Pascal, Ivan & Capitano :)

Any crew standout?
The marine life was extraordinary. Dolphins came by to play 4 times on 4 separate dives. The crew was friendly and funny! It was a wonderful experience.

Guest Comments:
As an addition to my earlier review, I'd like to add that the safety drill--putting on life vests, explanations of equipment usage, etc.--was never done on 8 to 9 trips on other boats, namely the Rocio, the Quino, and the Southern Sport. This does put the Nautilus ships (assuming this also occurs on the sister ships) a notch above.

Any crew standout?
Every crew served great sevice and I had fantasic experience. I can't mention any indivisual person, because everybody were great.

Guest Comments:
The only thing that was a bit of an issue for all of the guests was the tempature in the salon. It was uncomfortable to sit anywhere other than right under the AC unit

Any crew standout?
Every single one of the crew members was absolutly friendly, helpful and professional. There is nothing I can single out because everyone went above and beyond expectations

Guest Comments:
I keep saying that but thank you so much for everything. It was just a perfect trip. I'd definately comeback!! Thank you so much! I'll never forget this trip!

Any crew standout?
All the crews are just amazing. The best crew ever. I am sorry but i can not point only one. Honestly, I really appreciate to every single crew but yes, i have to say especially, thank you chef!! for all the great meals.