- Giant Mantas Of Socorro
- Great Whites in Guadalupe
- Camera Friendly
- Divencounters Alliance
- Wine & Beer with meal included
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When you have travelled to one of the world's best big fish destinations, you want to be sure that your liveaboard holiday is in the hands of the experts. And with Solmar V your diving will come alive thanks to their years of experience in the region of Socorro and Guadalupe. Moving around to hit the diving at its absolute best, few liveaboards can boast the kind of manta and shark encounters that are routine onboard Solmar V. Journey to the remote wilderness that is the Revillagigedos Islands or Guadalupe for an adrenaline rush like no other… just don't forget your camera! Solmar V has 2 types of cabin that sleep up to 22 guests in total. Whilst there is not much difference in size between the standard and superior rooms and every cabin is equipped with air con, TV/DVD and en suite, the superior cabins are mid ships - the ideal choice if you get sea sick - and the standard cabins are foreships. No matter which cabin you chose, you will experience the same exemplary standard from the crew. Solmar V prides itself in the high standard of their cuisine, with a full 3 course dinner served each night. Relax with your fellow divers over a glass of house wine or beer and trade thrilling tales from the day's encounters. Solmar V follows the big fish as they move from season to season. Scuba Travel offer two distinct itineraries, both with diving that will turn hit the mark each and every time. There is nothing pedestrian about the dives in Socorro (Revillagigedos). This tiny archipelago is 250 miles into the Pacific Ocean. Giant Pacific manta congregate here and seem to love divers. These beautiful creatures grow up to 7m from wing to wing yet gently approach divers to play. In Guadalupe the giant of the sea are entirely different. Here 2 cages are lowered into the water so you can come face to face with great whites. Whether it is the thrill or shot that draws you to this adventure, prepare to be amazed at their grace and power Check out Solmar V's latest video trip reports here
Accommodation
- Cabins: 11
- Guests: 22
- Ensuite Cabins: Yes
- Individual A/C: Yes
- Mini bar: No
Diving
- Guides: 3
- Tenders: 2
- Compressors: 2
- Nitrox: Yes
- Rebreather Friendly: No
- Charging Stations: Yes
Technical
- Length: 34m
- Breadth: 8m
- Engines: 2
- Generators: 3
- Construction Material: Steel
- Desalaination: 1600l / day
Camera Facilities
- 2 camera rinse tanks on dive deck and large camera table with air gun. Charging stations inside and outside.
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12 April 2012
I don’t know where to start in thanking you and everyone on the Solmar V for working so hard to make this a very memorable and special trip, but here goes. The Solmar V is a well run vessel, Captain Gerrardo, his crew and the dive guides hard working, helpful, attentive, friendly, everyone working together, everyone hands on, everyone a well oiled cog in a motivated team. Your dive guides on the Solmar V are very special and Richard and I were very impressed by them, especially their highly developed and intuitive sixth sense underwater in supervising each group without being intrusive or overtly controlling, they appeared to know where each member of their group was in the water at all times. My encounters with the Mantas at Socorro and San Benedicto were unforgettable; these large, graceful and playful animals were captivating, engaging and enjoying the interactions as much as me, they all appeared to have a well developed sense of curiosity and the ability to have fun. Maureen & Richard
24 June 2011
Thanks so much for the great two trips Alan and I have taken on your boat. We had a wonderful time and look forward to another trip next year. You have the best crew we have seen on any liveaboards, and the boat was in top notch shape. You don't see that very often! Ledean Paden
24 June 2011
I had a fantastic trip on Solmar V in January, 2011. I have been on many liveaboards in Australia as well as in Palau and Papua New Guinea. Solmar V exceeded all my high expectations. In addition to the nice mix of guests from around the world, the staff were fabulous, vessel well cared for, food sensational and great diving. I had to give myself a mental check when I said I was tired of looking at mantas! Solmar V delivered mantas galore, hammerhead sharks in mass and dolphins and whales just to mix it up a little. The winter sunsets and sunrises were spectacular as was the topography of the islands. Would I recommend Solmar V: absolutely for anyone interested in big critters! Stuart Cutcher
Giant Mantas of Socorro
Manta, manta everywhere... that is what you can expect from a diving liveaboard in Socorro (otherwise known as Revillagigedos). You can only reach this remote island chain by liveaboard but it is well worth the 22 hours sail from...
Great Whites in Guadalupe
Great white sharks are one of natures most impressive and most awe inspiring creations. And the chance to go "diving" with great whites must rank on most adventurer's wish list. If you have are brave of heart, then make a bee li...
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