Cabo Pearce

Cabo Pearce is a finger-like volcanic ridge on the eastern shore of Socorro Island in the Revillagigedo Islands, featuring steep walls, slopes and rocky outcrops with coral and gorgonian sea fans. The site’s main attractions are large pelagic species: giant manta rays frequently circle and use a cleaning station around 8 m, while schools of scalloped hammerheads, Galapagos sharks and silky sharks patrol the reef; Pacific bottlenose dolphins commonly visit and interact with divers. Access is by boat and dives are typically conducted as drift dives along the ridge or by anchoring above the formation to explore both sides. The reef extends from shallow water down to about 30 m; currents are moderate to strong and nutrient-rich. Visibility often exceeds 20 m and water temperatures generally run in the mid-20s to upper-20s °C (roughly 24–28 °C in summer, somewhat cooler in winter). Divers should be experienced because currents can become strong and the topography includes deep drop-offs; park permits and advance arrangements are required.