Solmar V is a luxury live-aboard dive vessel, well within range of the most exciting diving in the Sea of Cortez and Soccoro Islands. During the weeks of the great white shark season at Guadalupe Island they depart from Ensenada, Mexico. The Solmar V travels with a crew of 10 and a maximum of 22 divers.

Side scanning sonar, multiple radar systems and the most modern electronic marine technology package provide an excellent compliment to the experienced crew. Twin compressors, with cascade storage for fast filling, provide guests with an endless air supply and quick fills between dives. Two main engines and three full-time generators power the Solmar V to a top cruising speed of 11 knots. Two freshwater makers produce 1,600 gallons per day, more than adequate for passenger capacity.

The vessel has 12 cabins located on the lower deck:

 

Superior Cabins - There are six double/twin bed cabins, slightly larger than the Sdandard cabins.

 

Standard Cabins - There are four Standard double/twin bed cabins.

 

All the cabins have:

 

Guest facilities include a comfortable salon that seats all of the guests and offers a large-screen HDTV, VCR, DVD player and stereo system. Moreover, a partially-shaded sundeck with sunbeds and chairs is at your disposal.

Each day starts with fresh, hot coffee or tea for the early risers. Before the first dive passengers are served their choice of continental or/and hot breakfast. Meals consist of international and Mexican dishes. Snacks including ice cream, biscuits, fruit, bread and toast are provided. Coffee, tea, drinking water, soft drinks, beer and wine during dinner are all provided free of charge. Spirits are available for purchase on board.

Please send advanced notice for all dietary requirements.

Built: 1978, refitted in 2009

Length: 34.1m

Breadth: 7.6m

Engines: 2 x 500 HP Detroit engines

Generators: 2 x 75 KW Detroit generators

Fresh Water Capacity: 6,000 litres per day

 

Max of guests: 22

Number of cabins: 12

Number of crew: 10 (including a Cruise Leader/Divemaster and two Dive Masters)

 

Safety Equipment: SOLAS safety certified, 2 x Life rafts (40 pax), Searchlight and horn, Side scanning sonars, Oxygen, Medic first aid box, Full alarm system, Fire extinguishers throughout, two fire hoses & firefighting suit with mask, eight life rings with tethers and floats, Life jackets in each cabin

Dives are made from the pangas and sometimes from the Solmar V, depending on the dive site and conditions. From the Solmar V, there are entry gates on both sides of the vessel, as well as the custom-built double swim step. The dive deck is very spacious and designed for flow and easy of use. At the center of the dive deck is a huge multi-level camera table, complete with charging stations and an air gun. At the back of the dive deck are four large rinse bins; two for rising gear and two separate bins for cameras. There are also two fresh water showers so you can rinse off after getting out of the water.

 

Includes:

Tanks, Weights and Weight belts

Excludes:

Scuba equipment, Dive insurance, Nitrox, Torches