Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“If you're up for some pretty hard core diving, it's a fantastic way to get close to these big animals. Really well organised trip, and very smooth on the diving front despite number of divers on a relatively small boat. The dive guides are crew are incredibly hard working (actually I would say over-worked), but always up for a laugh and a friendly smile. Briefings were very good, and the talks on mantas, shark identification, and conservation efforts (including Clarion angelfish) were excellent. But of course the highlights were the close encounters with giant mantas, sharks and dolphins.”
Recommended for: Awesome close encounters with mantas, sharks, dolphins. Really friendly and helpful dive guides and crew members. Good food, and plenty of it; and nice touches like hot drinks after each dive.
Customer Review By Stephen P, from: United Kingdom scored the Solmar V 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 75 reviews and information click here: Solmar V .
Is The Solmar V Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Advanced & experienced divers (Minimum 50 logged dives required)
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Nitrox divers (free EAN32 included)
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Complete beginners (Advanced Open Water Diver required)
- ✗Divers with limited experience
- ✗Budget-conscious travelers
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •Dive with majestic Giant Mantas at the Revillagigedo Islands
- •Encounter gentle whale sharks
- •Experience hammerhead-packed waters of El Cañon
- •Socorro Island's giant mantas and dolphins
- •Dive the famous 'World's Aquarium' at the Sea of Cortez
- •Challenging dive sites for experienced divers
- •Complimentary nitrox for extended bottom times
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 8 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The Solmar V liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings.
What’s more, it has WIFI internet onboard as a paid extra, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. You’ll also find it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
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- Audio & video entertainment
- Charging stations
- Dedicated crew
- Free deck towels and Paid beach towels
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- Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- Smart Voyager accreditation
Boat FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have an observation deck?
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Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is the Solmar V Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Solmar V Liveaboard available for private charter?
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Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Solmar V liveaboard provides beach towels which incurs an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip, and deck towels which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, onboard.
- The Solmar V liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incurs an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- The Solmar V liveaboard also includes fuel surcharge in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Solmar V liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Solmar V liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees.
- The Solmar V liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
- The Solmar V liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Solmar V liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 12 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Solmar V liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Mexico’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 5 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Solmar V Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as cabin towels, complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
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Cabin FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Solmar V Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Solmar V Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Solmar V Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Solmar V Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Solmar V Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Solmar V Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Solmar V Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 10 Double + 1 single cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Single cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V Liveaboard, it scores 90% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 9 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Solmar V Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras. What’s more, DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Solmar V Liveaboard.
Sidemount diving is supported on the Solmar V Liveaboard, which is useful if you prefer to carry cylinders on your side. You’ll also find On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. Also, The Solmar V Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
Nitrox is included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, which helps you stay within no stop limits and be less tired on repetitive dives, but without any extra cost of nitrox fills. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
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Diving FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Solmar V Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Solmar V Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Solmar V Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Solmar V Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Solmar V Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Solmar V Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Solmar V Liveaboard
The Solmar V Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Solmar V liveaboard are currently: 15 Days/14 Nights, 11 Days/10 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights, 9 Days/8 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Solmar V liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Solmar V liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 8 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The Solmar V Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
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- Dietary requirements
- Fine cuisine
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Snacks all day (Free)
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Western food
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- Al fresco dining
- Beach BBQ
Dining FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V Liveaboard, it scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 10 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Solmar V Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are included in your fare. In addition, it has a selection of fine wines onboard, which is included in the cost of your trip. What’s more, it includes a free wine with dinner as part of the cost of the trip. In addition, this liveaboard includes alcoholic beverages, drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, welcome cocktails, and wine with dinner in the trip price.
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- Alcoholic beverages (Free)
- Bar
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Free wine w/dinner
- Soft drinks (Free)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Welcome cocktails
- Wine available
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Welcome cocktails
- Wine with dinner
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V liveaboard, it scores 0% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 0 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
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- Not included Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Library
- Not included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Not included Snorkel gear
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
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Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
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Are land excursions included on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 4 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Solmar V liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive. You’ll also find it offers WiFi internet onboard as a paid extra, so you can still back up key images and stay connected between dives if you need to.
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
Does the Solmar V Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Solmar V Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Solmar V Liveaboard
On reviewing the Solmar V liveaboard, it scores 33% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 1 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you dive sidemount, the Solmar V supports it, but when planning your dives check cylinder options and the deck set-up, so your configuration is comfortable and properly supported for the dives planned.
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Tech diving FAQs for the Solmar V Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
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Is rebreather diving supported on the Solmar V Liveaboard?
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Solmar V Included in the Price
When you book the Solmar V dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Mexico. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Solmar V liveaboard fare.
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- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Nitrox
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included Welcome cocktails
- Included Wine with dinner
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- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Solmar V Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Solmar V charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Mexico.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
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- Included Airport transfer
- Included Beach towels
- Included Gratuities
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included WiFi Internet
Solmar V Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Solmar V dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Mexico.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
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- Included 16% VAT
- Included National park fees
Solmar V Vessel Details
- Length: 34.14m (112.0ft)
- Beam: 7.44m (24.4ft)
- Max guests: 22
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 13
Solmar V Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Solmar V Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Solmar V Liveaboard. Solmar V Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light