A 33-year-old Edmonton man has drowned while in Mexico.

The family of Kelly Callin confirmed to CTV News on Monday that his body had been recovered on Sunday.

Callin had been at a surf camp near Cabo San Lucus with a friend and slipped on some rocks while taking some photos on Thursday, June 27.

A search party of U.S. Marines and Coast Guard set out on Friday but they could not locate him.

The family described Callin as quick witted with a magnetic smile.

"Kelly Callin loved life to the fullest. He was kind and gentle, and had an incredible knack for putting those in his midst at ease. He was a leader, and his penchant for mischief and fun made others follow without trepidation,” a family statement read.

“Kelly was the type of friend that many people all over the world would have called their best. He was a loving husband and will be missed forever.”

Callin was also member of local band The Soulicitors, which took to Facebook to announce the news to fans.

“With heavy hearts and our deepest sympathy we regret to inform you that we tragically lost our founding member, friend, brother and husband today,” they wrote.

“Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to Kelly, his wife, family and friends. Never have we known such a compassionate, sincere, loving and caring person. You will be truly missed everyday.

“We know your soul will always be with us. See you on the other side brother. We love you so much.”

The family said that Callin was to celebrate his first wedding anniversary with Tarah Callin next week.

They will now focus on getting his body home before they make any arrangements.