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The Solmar V is a comfortably furnished steel-hulled liveaboard that offers exciting dive trips in the Pacific waters of Mexico. Diving Socorro Islands from November to June and diving the Sea of Cortez from August to October. If you are into big fish, a trip with Solmar V might be the excursion of your dreams.
The Revillagigedo Islands boasts some of the best pelagic animal encounters in the world. You will meet giant manta rays, playful dolphins, tuna, and more than 1 0 species of sharks, and divers are often paid surprise visits by humpback whales, false killer whales, baitballs and schooling sharks.
Discover the breathtaking underwater world of the Sea of Cortez, often called “The Aquarium of the World” by Jacques Cousteau. On board the Solmar V, you’ll experience vibrant coral reefs, dramatic underwater rock formations, and a rich variety of marine life—from playful sea lions to majestic hammerhead sharks. Whether you’re an avid diver or a nature enthusiast, the Sea of Cortez offers crystal-clear waters, stunning biodiversity, and unforgettable encounters beneath the surface.
Facilities
The Solmar V has a classic feel about it: the liveaboard’s spacious lounge is panelled in mahogany wood with brass touches. It offers guests a small library, a large flat screen TV with DVD, an audio system and a PC for image processing. The food served on board is plentiful and delicious. Fresh fruit and snacks, coffee, tea and mineral water are served throughout the day, and local wines, margaritas and beer are served free of charge with dinner.
The spacious, partially shaded deck invites you to relax on board. Throughout the liveaboard, there are US 110V power outlets. Plus, in the same area as the computer work station, six 220V outlets for European guests. Electronic equipment is state of the art and meets the latest safety standards.
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Solmar V is a comfortable dive vessel with great service. They schedule their excursions according to seasons, so you get the best diving possible.
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Solmar V accommodates up to 22 divers in its 11 comfortable double cabins though on most trips no more than 20 divers are on board. All cabins have private bathrooms and are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning and a TV / DVD combination. The 6 superior cabins are slightly larger and are located in the middle of the liveaboard, with the 5 standard cabins forward of these.
Diving
Solmar V offers up to 4 dives daily. Depending on the dive site, the diving is done from the main vessel or the two dinghies. Experienced divers can dive in buddy teams. Nitrox is available for a fee and those who require rental equipment must register in advance.
Dive area
The boat visits the Socorro Islands and the Sea of Cortez in their best seasons. Depending on when you can go, or depending on what you want to see, these are two very different trips.
