Socorro Islands (For Newly Certified Divers)

[Diver.Jason]

Hello -

Question. I am an experienced diver, but our friends recently got certified. We have always talked about a dive trip, and I am hooked on diving Socorro. I am a bit worried that this might be a bit much for my friends. Looking for opinions on this trip, and if anyone has an alternative suggestion for a Socorro-like experience, but better suited for us as a group. The last thing I want is for someone (new to diving) to have a bad experience and be turned off to diving afterwards because they were diving above their skill/comfort level. Also - friends get seasick very easily

Regards,

Jason

 

[BoltSnap]

VERY BAD idea for the inexperienced diver and the experienced buddy in the group.

It isn't bad just in the diving part, it is also the boat trip to and from.

 

[Diver.Jason]

Thanks Everyone. Something to work towards

 

[pintodog]

Don't do it. Diving in the open Pacific Ocean is unpredictable. Even if things are "okay", you want them to have a great experience as they are just starting their diving journey. I went to Socorro in December and there were some inexperienced divers onboard. They just were stressed and didn't have a good time. Getting on and off the boat, currents, air consumption, 36 hour crossing, etc. are all something you want to be comfortable with. After all...the point of diving is to have a good time! This is not the destination for beginners!