Description
Boat
Solomons Master previously operating in Truk Lagoon as M/V Truk Master, It was constructed in 1974 and refit during 2015 to 2016, it was launched in mid 2016. The refit was overseen by the experienced yacht building team of Siren Fleet, Jan & Frank Van Der Linde.
It is a 34 meters long, 7 meters wide professional steel dive liveaboard, with cruising speed at 10 knots, it provide 110/220 volt outlets with US plugs, there are many adapters available for fee use.
Solomons Master‘s communal relaxation areas are split between the main deck and upper decks, comprising of a spacious indoor dining area, camera set up station, guest storage drawers, lounge bar with comfortable bench seating, as well as plasma screen TV, music system, library. There are also shaded outdoor seating lounge area and a sundeck for guest use.
For those who enjoy the sun, there is a flybridge as sun-deck with deck chairs (un-shaded), where guest can soak up the stunning views of the islands of Truk Lagoon.
Onboard, the chef offer a choice of international and local cuisine, all meals are served in buffet style. In between the meals, there is always some tasty treats for you to pick up. If you have any special dietary requirements, please let our booking agents know, so we can put an note for you.
There is a range of fruit juices, balck/green herbal teas, carbonated soft drinks available any time of the day, as well as instant and freshly brewed coffee. Guests may also select beer, wine or spirit from the cocktail bar for an additional fee, in accordace with local law, we have a "Ship-Only" bar policy.
Solomons Master has a large shaded diving deck, with individual set up station, under bench storage for masks, fins and other personal items. A central camera table can be used to store prepared equipment ahead of the dive, with dedicated rinse tanks provided. There is also n deck shower hoses and an independent toilet.
Cabin
Solomons Master has 8 large guest cabins, it can welcome up to 16 guests per trip:
All cabins have ensuite bathroom, wall fan, A/C, storage area, safety box, bathrobes, hairdryer, shower gel, US plug outlet 110 & 220 Volts, adapters.
1 Superior Cabin (#8):
Located on the upper deck, this is the largest cabin onboard, comes with one large double bed, sitting area, seaview windows.
3 Premium Cabins (# 5, 6, 7):
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side upon request, it can be converted into one king size double bed, seaview windows.
1 Premium Twin Cabin (# 4):
Located on the main deck, this cabin comes with two single beds side by side, shower and toilet are separated, it's the second largest cabin onboard, however, the crew might be pass by this cabin to go to the staff cabin behind.
3 Standard Twin Cabins (# 1 - 3):
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with 2 single beds side by side, portholes.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional sunset/night dives.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- Supports all types of totally closed-circuit rebreathers (CCR)
- Offer Tri-mix support with helium and other Tec dive support
Other Informations
- Nitrox:Available with additional charge
- 15L Tanks:Available with additional charge
- REBREATHER Dive:Available with additional charge
- Technical Dive:Available with additional charge
- Dive Equipment Rental:Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance:Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet :Available with additional charge
- Laundry Service:Available with additional charge
- Massage Service:Not available at the moment
- Payment on board:Cash(USD/EUR/AUD/GBP)
- Crew Number:11, include 3 dive guides
Itineraries
Solomon Diving Itineraries
Solomon Islands are THE destination for the real diving fan looking for a change of scenery, completely off the beaten track. You will also find: wrecks, caverns, wide-angle reefs and large sea fans. Solomon Islands rival any other Indo-Pacific dive travel destination for coral reefs, marine life and diversity but without the tourist numbers.
Best of Solomon Islands - 11 Days / 10 Nights
The Best of the Solomons includes the Russell Islands and Florida Islands and ventures further west to Marovo Lagoon and Mbulo Island. This 10 night liveaboard adventure allows up to 30 dives including several night dives (depending on conditions). During the cruise there will be at least one visit to a village where you can meet local families and get a taste of life in the Solomon Islands. The children come out to play and love our gifts of school supplies.
Requirements: PADI Open Water or equivalent - minimum of 10 logged dives
Guadalcanal and Western Province - 8 Days / 7 Nights
Guadalcanal and the Western Province journeys between Honiara and the Russell Islands to New Georgia island. This 7 night liveaboard adventure allows up to 22 dives including several night dives (depending on conditions).
Requirements: PADI Advanced Open Water, or equivalent with 40 logged dives
Taste of Solomon Islands - 8 Days / 7 Nights
Taste of the Solomons includes the Russell Islands and Florida Islands around Honiara including Ghavutu Island with WWII wrecks. This 7 night liveaboard adventure allows up to 22 dives including several night dives (depending on conditions).
Requirements: PADI Open Water or equivalent - minimum of 10 logged dives.
WWII Wreck Week - 8 Days / 7 Nights
WWII Wrecks includes some of the best wrecks of the Russell Islands, Florida Islands, and around Honiara. Wrecks on this itinerary are all within recreational limits and there will often be two or more dives on a single site, providing time to properly explore the wrecks. This 7 night liveaboard adventure allows up to 22 dives including several night dives (depending on conditions).
Requirements: PADI Advanced Open Water + Deep Diver Speciality (or equivalent), minimun 75 logged dives
Bikini Atoll (Marshall Islands) Itineraries
Located in the remote Republic of the Marshall Islands near Micronesia, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bikini Atoll is one of the most famous places in the world for wreck diving - a true diver’s bucket-list destination for any serious wreck diver. After WWII, the United States gathered a mock naval fleet in order to test the effects of different atomic bombs on warships. Between 1946 and 1958 the US tested 67 nuclear bombs, most notably during ''Operation Crossroads''.
Nowhere else can you dive such a fantastic collection of wrecks, including battleships, submarines, destroyers, and most notably the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga. Over 60 years later, the nuclear ghost fleet (as these wrecks are best known), rest in crystal blue waters that have since become home to an abundance of marine life with thriving reefs and corals. Only since 1996 has Bikini Atoll been open to diving, making this destination a one-of-a-kind combination of spectacular historic wrecks in a remote and otherwise untouched tropical paradise. All divers must hold a technical certification as most of the wrecks sit at 50m or deeper.
Bikini Atoll - 11 Days / 10 Nights to 14 Days / 13 Nights
Located in the remote Republic of the Marshall Islands near Micronesia, Bikini Atoll is one of the most famous places in the world for wreck diving. After WWII the US gathered a mock naval fleet in order to test the effects of different atomic bombs on warships. Between 1946 and 1958 the US tested 67 nuclear bombs, most notably during ''Operation Crossroads''. Nowhere else can you dive such a fantastic collection of wrecks, including battleships, submarines, destroyers, and most notably the aircraft carrier USS Saratoga. Over 60 years later, the nuclear ghost fleet (as these wrecks are known) rest in crystal blue waters that have since become home to an abundance of marine life with thriving reefs and corals. Only since 1996 has Bikini Atoll been open to diving, making this destination a one-of-a-kind combination of spectacular historic wrecks in a remote and otherwise untouched tropical paradise.
As the wrecks of Bikini Atoll are only suited for extended range diving, there will be 2 technical dives offered per day. Divers will be responsible for planning their own dives, with the assistance of the Cruise Director who has dived the wrecks of Bikini a number of times already. For safety, the minimum surface interval between dives is 4 hours and it is mandatory to take an afternoon off mid-trip (optional land tour and beach BBQ will be offered instead of diving). Travel time between Ebeye Island and Bikini Atoll is 23-34 hours depending on conditions. It may be possible to dive the German heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen wreck near Kwajalein as a check dive before sailing overnight to Bikini Atoll.
Requirements: Technical diving certified - minimum PADI Tec 50 or equivalent with wreck diving experience and 100+ logged dives
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Destinations | Solomon Islands |
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Facilities | Nitrox support, Tech Friendly, Camera station, Internet, Rebreathe Friendly, Laundry |
Languages spoken | English |
Schedules & routes
Date | Duration | Destination | Departure - Arrival | Price | |
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24/05/2022 to 03/06/2022 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,550.00 | Detail |
07/06/2022 to 17/06/2022 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,550.00 | Detail |
18/06/2022 to 29/06/2022 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,205.00 | Detail |
30/06/2022 to 13/07/2022 | 13 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $8,515.00 | Detail |
16/07/2022 to 29/07/2022 | 13 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $8,515.00 | Detail |
30/07/2022 to 10/08/2022 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,205.00 | Detail |
11/08/2022 to 22/08/2022 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,205.00 | Detail |
27/08/2022 to 07/09/2022 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,205.00 | Detail |
08/09/2022 to 19/09/2022 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,205.00 | Detail |
20/09/2022 to 30/09/2022 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,550.00 | Detail |
19/10/2022 to 29/10/2022 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,450.00 | Detail |
30/10/2022 to 08/11/2022 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,005.00 | Detail |
30/10/2022 to 09/11/2022 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,450.00 | Detail |
09/11/2022 to 19/11/2022 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,450.00 | Detail |
20/11/2022 to 29/11/2022 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,005.00 | Detail |
11/12/2022 to 18/12/2022 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,115.00 | Detail |
18/12/2022 to 27/12/2022 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,005.00 | Detail |
28/12/2022 to 07/01/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,450.00 | Detail |
08/01/2023 to 15/01/2023 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
15/01/2023 to 24/01/2023 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,149.00 | Detail |
25/01/2023 to 04/02/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
05/02/2023 to 12/02/2023 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
15/02/2023 to 25/02/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
26/02/2023 to 05/03/2023 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
05/03/2023 to 14/03/2023 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
15/03/2023 to 25/03/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
27/04/2023 to 10/05/2023 | 13 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $8,905.00 | Detail |
11/05/2023 to 22/05/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
23/05/2023 to 02/06/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,850.00 | Detail |
06/06/2023 to 16/06/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,850.00 | Detail |
17/06/2023 to 28/06/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
29/06/2023 to 10/07/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
15/07/2023 to 28/07/2023 | 13 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $8,905.00 | Detail |
29/07/2023 to 09/08/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
10/08/2023 to 21/08/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
26/08/2023 to 06/09/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
07/09/2023 to 18/09/2023 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
19/09/2023 to 29/09/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,850.00 | Detail |
18/10/2023 to 28/10/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
29/10/2023 to 05/11/2023 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
05/11/2023 to 14/11/2023 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
15/11/2023 to 25/11/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
26/11/2023 to 03/12/2023 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
03/12/2023 to 12/12/2023 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
13/12/2023 to 23/12/2023 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
24/12/2023 to 02/01/2024 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
03/01/2024 to 13/01/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
14/01/2024 to 21/01/2024 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
21/01/2024 to 30/01/2024 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
24/03/2024 to 31/03/2024 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
31/03/2024 to 09/04/2024 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
25/04/2024 to 08/05/2024 | 13 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $8,905.00 | Detail |
09/05/2024 to 20/05/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
21/05/2024 to 31/05/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,850.00 | Detail |
04/06/2024 to 14/06/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,850.00 | Detail |
15/06/2024 to 26/06/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
27/06/2024 to 08/07/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
13/07/2024 to 26/07/2024 | 13 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $8,905.00 | Detail |
27/07/2024 to 07/08/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
08/08/2024 to 19/08/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
24/08/2024 to 04/09/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
05/09/2024 to 16/09/2024 | 11 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $7,535.00 | Detail |
17/09/2024 to 27/09/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Bikini Atoll - Bikini Atoll | From $6,850.00 | Detail |
16/10/2024 to 26/10/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
27/10/2024 to 03/11/2024 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
03/11/2024 to 12/11/2024 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
13/11/2024 to 23/11/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
24/11/2024 to 01/12/2024 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
01/12/2024 to 10/12/2024 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
11/12/2024 to 21/12/2024 | 10 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,600.00 | Detail |
22/12/2024 to 29/12/2024 | 7 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $3,220.00 | Detail |
29/12/2024 to 07/01/2025 | 9 nights | Truk Lagoon | Weno - Weno | From $4,140.00 | Detail |
Prices & conditions
Destination | Duration | Cabin | Price |
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Truk Lagoon | 7 nights | Classic | From $3,115.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 7 nights | Premium | From $3,220.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 7 nights | Superior | From $3,430.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 9 nights | Classic | From $4,005.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 9 nights | Premium | From $4,140.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 9 nights | Superior | From $4,410.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 10 nights | Classic | From $4,450.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 10 nights | Premium | From $4,600.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 10 nights | Superior | From $4,900.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 11 nights | Classic | From $7,205.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 11 nights | Premium | From $7,370.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 11 nights | Superior | From $7,670.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 13 nights | Classic | From $8,515.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 13 nights | Premium | From $8,710.00 |
Truk Lagoon | 13 nights | Superior | From $9,010.00 |
Included
- Air tanks & weights & weight belts
- Daily housekeeping service
- Land transfer on arrival/depature date
- All meals & complimentary beverages (water & tea & coffee)
- Soft drinks in bottles and/or cans
- Dive guide service
- Fuel surcharge
- Dinner on final evening
- Land tour & Island visit
- Boat accident insurance
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages (beer or/and wine)
- Crew gratuity
- Dive equipment rentals
- Dive insurance
- Travel insurance ( cancellation insurance)
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Marine park fees/Port fees
Useful information
Solomon Islands
Время для посещения: Дайвинг-сафари и дейли-дайвинг на Соломоновых островах возможны в течение всего года.
Климат: Поскольку Соломоновы острова расположены всего на несколько градусов южнее экватора, здесь царит субэкваториальный очень влажный климат. Сезоны выражены не четко, дожди возможны в любой период, но обычно длятся недолго. Муссоны с ноября по апрель приносят немного больше ливней. Среднегодовая температура воздуха варьируется от 26°С до 28°С.
Температура воды: Температура воды обычно колеблется в пределах от 27°С до 29°С.
Визы: Граждане РФ, Украины и Казахстана должны оформить предварительное разрешение на въезд, с которым можно получить визу по прилету. Гражданам Белоруссии визу на Соломоновы острова надо получать заранее.
Логистика: Международный аэропорт Соломоновых островов расположен в столице страны Хониара (HIR). Большинство международных рейсов прибывает сюда из Брисбена (Австралия). Есть также несколько рейсов из Нанди (Фиджи) и Порт-Морсби (Папуа - Новая Гвинея).
Валюта: Национальной валютой Соломоновых островов является доллар Соломоновых островов (SBD). Выдача наличных денег в банкоматах и оплата кредитной картой возможны только в крупных городах и на курортах (обычно с комиссией 5%). Для обмена валют лучше всего использовать доллары США (USD) или Австралии (AUD).
Форма одежды: На дайвинг-сафари идеальна легкая воздушная одежда, которая также предлагает защиту от тропического солнца. При посещении местных деревень желательна длинная юбка или шорты ниже колен.
Электричество: Разъем Тип I (аналогичен Австралии), 240V, 50Hz.