About this trip
Experience the very Best of the Solomon Islands on this 10 night scuba diving liveaboard itinerary. Renowned for its thriving marine life and biodiversity, this secluded destination is a scuba diver's dream. There are numerous unspoiled hard and soft coral reefs, plus a wide variety of dive sites ranging from caverns, walls, pinnacles and stunning, sunlit swim-throughs. You will have a chance to see a variety of macro species as well as scores of reef and predatory fish, numerous sharks, rays and, if you're lucky, maybe even pilot whales!
● Embarkation: Coral Sea Resort, Honiara at 18:00
● Disembarkation: Coral Sea Resort, Honiara at 09:00
Transfer from the local airport or your hotel to the embarkation point, and from the disembarkation point to the local airport or your hotel, are provided free of charge on embarkation and disembarkation days only. Guests arriving on morning flights or departing on afternoon flights are welcome to relax at the resort or can leave their luggage there if they wish to venture into town.
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The Boat
The steel-hulled Solomons Master (formerly Truk Master) boasts eight double occupancy cabins providing comfortable accommodation for up to 16 guests with a choice of classic, premium or superior cabins. Each cabin benefits from private, EnSite bathroom facilities and individually controlled air-conditioning.
The dive deck on Solomons Master is large and spacious with individual set-up stations, under-bench storage and a platform at the rear complete with a deco bar. The boat is fully equipped to cater for recreational, technical and rebreather divers.
The main deck houses a spacious indoor dining room as well as a camera station complete with numerous charging points and storage space. After a fantastic day of diving, unwind and relax in Solomon's Master’s indoor lounge and bar area which is equipped with a plasma screen ideal for watching a movie or photo viewing. Alternatively, head out to the shaded relaxation area or the large sundeck on the upper deck and sink into a lounge chair to soak up the atmosphere and stunning views.
Suggested Flight Itinerary
New Zealand and Solomon Islands
United 917 08APR San Francisco to Auckland Depart 1050P Arrive 710A 10APR
Qantas 628 16APR Queenstown to Brisbane Depart 425P Arrive 620P
Solomon Air 726 17APR Brisbane to Port Vila Depart 900A Arrive 235P
Solomon Air 723 17APR Port Vila to Honiara Depart 315P Arrive 515P
Qantas 358 27APR Honiara to Brisbane Depart 420P Arrive 630P
Qantas 557 27APR Brisbane to Sydney Depart 815P Arrive. 950P
United 870 28APR Sydney to San Francisco Depart 1020A Arrive 650A
$3124.20 Approximate roundtrip coach
Fares are subject to change until ticketed.
Solomons Trip Only:
United 96 14APR San Francisco to Brisbane Depart 1115P Arrive 630A 16APR
Solomon Air 726 17APR Brisbane to Port Vila Depart 900A Arrive 235P
Solomon Air 723 17APR Port Vila to Honiara Depart 315P Arrive 515P
Qantas 358 27APR Honiara to Brisbane Depart 420P Arrive 630P
Qantas 557 27APR Brisbane to Sydney Depart 815P Arrive. 950P
United 870 28APR Sydney to San Francisco Depart 1020A Arrive 650A
$2470.80 Approximate roundtrip coach
Fares are subject to change until ticketed.
What’s included
- TransferTransfer between Honiara Airport or hotel and embarkation / disembarkation point.
- Lodging10 nights full board accommodation.
- MealsBreakfast, lunch, dinners and snacks.
- BeveragesUnlimited drinking water, tea, coffee, fruit juice & soft drinks.
- DivingUp to 4 dives per day.
What’s not included
- InsuranceDiving and travel insurance are mandatory for all guests.
- FeesMarine, park and port fees : $250 USD per trip, to be paid on board.
- NitroxStandard Nitrox Package: $225 USD per trip, to be paid in advance, on board. Can be paid after selecting your room.
- FlightsInternational or domestics flights.
Available Packages
Located on the lower deck of the vessel, each cabin benefits from ensuite bathroom facilities and individually controlled air-conditioning.
Pricing is based on double occupancy. For single occupancy rate, select the single supplement add.
Situated on the main deck of the vessel, these cabins offer flexible twin or double bed accommodation along with ensuite facilities, air-conditioning and ample storage.
Situated on the upper deck of the vessel, this spacious cabin offers fabulous views along with ensuite facilities, air-conditioning and ample storage space.
Room for couples or single supplement
Available options
Standard Nitrox package (10 nights)
Itinerary
Embarkation at 18:00, followed by introductions, boat and safety briefings and dinner. There is no diving on embarkation day