Solmar V, Mexico
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8.7 Fabulous
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- Internet
- Free Nitrox
- from $ 273 / day
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“Whole trip, but food choice and quality from Chef Tony was outstanding again!”
Highlights
The M/V Solmar V liveaboard is a staple for diving in the Socorro Islands. With over 25 years of experience and known for having the most experienced dive liveaboard crew in Mexico, the Solmar V caters to 22 guests in 12 cabins. With recent refurbishing and massive upgrades, the SolmarV offers the choice of Staterooms, superior, standard, and single cabin options for solo travelers. Each stateroom features individual climate control, a private bathroom with a shower, a pillow-top mattress, non-allergenic down alternative pillows, and comforters. Superior cabins are located in the middle of the boat and are slightly larger. With its rich mahogany and granite tabletops, the salon provides comfortable seating, a large-screen television, and a full entertainment system. The solarium is partially covered with sun loungers for relaxing in between dives.
The Solmar V offers exciting dive itineraries with some of the world's giant pelagics, from Giant Mantas to whale sharks and humpback whales. The Revillagigedo Archipelago offers all the big-fish encounters a diver could wish for. With over 10 shark species, playful dolphins, and even the chance to dive with orcas, the Socorro Islands will deliver a dive trip to remember for a lifetime. Diving from the Solmar V is easy as the vessel offers a spacious dive deck with a multi-level camera table, rinse tanks and freshwater showers. There is also a dive tender to make getting to and from the dive sites easy.
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Included: Fuel Surcharge, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: 16% VAT, National Park Fees.
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer (35-125 USD), Hotel Transfer, Nitrox Course (250 USD), Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Beach Towels, WiFi internet (100 USD).
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Solmar V Reviews
- 8.7 Fabulous
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Vessel
7.4
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Crew
9.0
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Food
9.6
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Diving
9.3
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Value
8.1
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- 10 Exceptional
- Peter C
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United States
Beyond my wildest dreams!
OMG, is such an understatement! I just returned from diving in the Revillagigedo Archipelago aboard the Solmar V. Beyond my wildest dreams! This was SCUBA, that I grew up watching Jaques Cousteau dive. Beautiful Giant Pacific Manta Rays on almost every dive. Schools of Hammerhead Sharks. Playful Bottlenose Dolphins. World class diving. The Divemasters! Mariana Danny & Servando were the best. Under the water and above. Such hard working fabulous folks. The whole crew was great. The stewards, Idris & Dani were everywhere! Hot tea, hot chocolate after dives, fabulous & attentive. Oue chef, Claudia was a rock star. I like GOOD food, hers is the best! All day, everyday. Four of us celebrated birthdays while on board. She made special birthday celebration deserts for each. The Captain Armando, always available for information or a hand betting up from the banga boat after your dive. I could go on and on about each crew member. I will never forget them. I absolutely need to thank Luis! Helping haul my waterlogged self, back into the banga after EVERY dive, thank you sir! What about the other divers! 20 other divers from all over the world, such wonderful, beautiful people. I deal with significant hearing difficulties and everyone, guests and crew were the best, patient and took time to sincerely chat with me. Thank you ALL for helping fulfill a lifelong dream. Love you all. Pete
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- The crew. The service & attention I received. The marine life!.
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- 8.4 Very good
- Ryan W
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United States
Amazing wildlife great crew
Amazing experience had a great time. Diving masters were awesome! Chef cooked great meals. Service was amazing. Main issues I had was the nitrox compressor membrane failed so we were unable to dive nitrox that limited our dives and was unfortunate, knowing that we paid more for nitrox and never had a refund. The ship needed a little care on safety for slip hazards and the top deck lounge chairs were broken. Besides that the dive sites were great wildlife and encounters were worth it and that’s what I was there for! Will go back again soon!
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- Crew. Diving. Service.
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- 8.0 Very good
- Bill S
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United States
First Socorro trip of the Season
Diving was great, boat crew very courteous, food was nice and DM’s were safe and fun to dive with. Boat is old and needs much work to clean it up. I was on the first trip of the season, the compressor broke down, one panga had leaks and would not hold air, water leaked into several cabins and there was black mold visible in several areas.
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- Diving, big animals. Dive leaders. Food.
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- 7.2 Good
- Samuel P
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United States
Our first liveaboard offered unforgettable diving with abundant marine life and a friendly crew, but it was marred by inconsistent dive instruction, poor pre-trip communication, and a ship that didn’t
The Diving The diving was incredible! We were absolutely amazed by the abundance of marine life—huge schools of fish, close encounters with sharks, graceful mantas, and even playful dolphins. It truly felt like we were immersed in another world, and those moments will stick with us forever. The Crew and Staff The crew and staff were a highlight of the trip. They were friendly, professional, and did their best to make sure we were comfortable and having a good time. Their hard work and enthusiasm were definitely appreciated. Dive Instruction One area of mixed feelings was the dive instruction. While some instructors were exceptional—knowledgeable, patient, and safety-focused—others fell noticeably short. This inconsistency was surprising and something we hadn’t anticipated. Food Onboard The fresh fruit and vegetables served onboard were a pleasant surprise. Meals were generally enjoyable, and it was great to have healthy, refreshing options after long days in the water. The Ship While we loved the diving and the people, we felt the ship itself didn’t live up to expectations, especially considering the price. For the cost, we expected better facilities and overall quality. Pre-Trip Communication Our biggest frustration was the poor communication leading up to the trip. There were multiple schedule changes and a lack of clear updates, which caused unnecessary stress and made planning difficult. Final Thoughts Despite a few shortcomings, we had an amazing experience, especially in the water. However, for the price, we would have hoped for more consistent dive instruction, better pre-trip communication, and a higher-quality vessel. If you’re considering this liveaboard, weigh the cost against your expectations and go for the diving—it’s truly unforgettable!
- Recommended for
- Schooling hammer head sharks. manta rays. dolphins.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Allen F
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United States
great trip
Manta rays close and lots of sharks
- Recommended for
- great diving, great crew, great guests
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- 7.6 Good
- ben B
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United States
great team!
Seeing whales on the way out of cabo harbour
- Recommended for
- The divemasters, experience and friendliness, the chef!!!, the salon
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Jeremiah T
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United States
Great experience
Great diving with a lot of sea life and pelagics! Saw hammerheads, a couple of tigers, Galapagos, whitetips, silvertip sharks, quite a few mantas, schools of tuna and multiple dolphins.
- Recommended for
- The crew, dive guides & sharks!
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Stacey C
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United States
Amazing dives, caring and professional staff
Single cabin, fun staff, beautiful abundant animals
- Recommended for
- Abundance of wildlife, fun people, high level of service
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- 8.4 Very good
- rick B
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United States
Great Trip
Seeing a Manta, Tiger shark, dolphins, and schooling Hammerheads all on the same dive.
- Recommended for
- The crew, dive sites, guides
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- 9.2 Superb
- Alijohn G
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United States
Excellent diving in the remote volcanic islands
This was the best diving I’ve experienced. Canon, Boiler, and Roca Partida were the best sites. However we were lucky with vis and weather but let me briefly talk about the boat and crew as that is controllable. The crew is incredibly professional especially divemasters. Furthermore they are very hardworking. The divemasters are also effectively a deck crew. In many ways they operate like a well oiled machine. The biggest deal was due to boat traffic during windy days - the captain burned an extra 20 hours of fuel by doubling back to island with El Boiler where we were alone then went to Roca Partida where we were 1 of 2 boats before a 30 hour trek home. That was special because it avoided timed and missed dives due to liveaboard traffic and enabled better experience for all the guests. It went from a trip where we saw everything we came for but then 2 absolutely incredible dive days. I don’t have any complaints but did notice that those with dietary restrictions may have challenges. Also the rooms are small and those in the front will be feeling the motion at nights. Should be fine - just be aware. Liquor choices are largely rail - feel free to bring your own wine / liquor for higher quality (will be doing this going forward on liveaboards) and with a long trek each way you may want it for this trip. Beer is Mexican variety. We got lucky with what we saw in April 2022. Many sharks and mantas: White tip reef shark, Silver tip reef shark, Silkie sharks, Galapagos sharks which get massive, Hammerheads, and even a Tiger shark. Mantas dancing, saw 1 of Pods of dolphins underwater (more above), Schools of tuna, Fish hunting schools (Ever see panic on a fish’s face? ) ,Pods of false killer whales (above water) and Humpbacks breaching (above water)
- Recommended for
- Diving, crew, service
