Solomons Master

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Destination: Solomon Islands & PNG

Solomon Islands & Papua New Guinea (7 & 10 nights) | From $468++/night

Solomons Master liveaboard Quick Pitch

Solomons Master (previously known as Truk Master) liveaboard is a custom-designed diving vessel with 8 cabins accommodating up to 16 guests and a crew of 12 including dive guides skipper, boat crew, and chefs.

Dive Overview

The Solomon Islands is ideal for real scuba diving enthusiasts seeking a change of scenery, completely off the beaten track. Known for their pristine and remote dive sites, the Solomons feature unspoiled hard and soft corals, wrecks, caverns, wide-angle reefs, and large sea fans, making them a hotspot for discovering new marine species. Divers can encounter a rich diversity of marine life, including hammerheads, whale sharks, mantas, dolphins, pilot whales, and various species of colorful reef fish. Embark on one of Master Liveaboards' Solomon itineraries and immerse yourself in postcard-perfect scuba diving.

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Accommodations

Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos

Solomons Master Cabin Overview

Solomons Master has 8 cabins accommodating up to 16 guests. 3x Classic Twin Cabins are situated on the lower deck, 4x Premium Twin/ Double Cabins are on the main deck, and the spacious Superior Double Cabin in on the upper deck. All cabins are equipped with en-suite and have individual air conditioning units.

Classic Twin Cabin (Left). Premium Twin/ Double (Right).

Superior Double

SOLOMONS MASTER CABIN AMENITIES

En-suite bathroom
Air conditioning

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General Facilities

The saloon & dining area

The sundeck & dive deck

Solomons Master Boat Features

Air Conditioning
Starlink WiFi (surcharge)
Indoor photo workstations
Free kayak use
Spacious sun deck
Laundry (fee)
Massage (fee)
Spacious indoor dining area
Guest storage drawers
Lounge bar with comfortable bench seating and plasma screen
Shaded outdoor seating area

Solomons Master Dive Facilities

Individual set up station for guests
Under bench storage for masks, fins, and other personal items
Rinse tanks
On deck shower hoses
Starboard side deckhead

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Food & Drinks Aboard Solomons Master

All-inclusive western & local food served in buffet style. A selection of wines and beer are available.

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Solomons Master Deck Plan

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Schedule, Rates & Availability

Solomons Master Schedule & Rates

Prices are in USD, per person and do not include park and port fees, and taxes.

[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]

Inclusions

Full board, including water, tea, coffee, soft drinks, snacks between meals and after dives
Diving and dive guides
Island tours
Transfers on departure and arrival days

Exclusions

Full dive equipment rental
Nitrox
Alcoholic beverages
Starlink WiFi
Master Liveaboards merchandise
Marine Park & Port Fees

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Important Note

Optional extras, Marine Park, Port fees and taxes payable on board the Solomons Master are priced in USD. Solomons Master accepts cash payment on board in only USD and AUD. They accept Visa and Master card for payments on board and crew tips, but there is a 3% fee on credit card payments.

RATES & AVAILABILITY

For more information on other departure dates, rates, and on availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at +1-310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!

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Dive Information & Itineraries

Solomon Itinerary Overview

Offering both 7 and 10 nights, our itineraries encompass the best diving in the Solomon Islands. The Solomon Islands are the destination for scuba divers looking for a change of scenery, completely off the beaten track. Colorful, lush coral gardens, sea fans, decorative walls and caverns, combined with the most amazing marine life you have ever seen.

Wreck fans will get a thrill out of our special wreck diving itinerary. A significant number of Japanese and Allied Forces’ ships and planes ended up on the bottom of the Iron Bottom Sound near Honiara during WWII. Encrusted in corals and surrounded by a plethora of marine life, these wrecks are silent witnesses of some of the fiercest battles that took place in WWII.

Real adventurous and exploratory are our transit trips to and from Solomons & Papua New Guinea. Many dive sites in this itinerary have rarely or never been dived before. Discover the unrevealed dive treasures of this itinerary with Master Liveaboards on board the Solomons Master!

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Other Information

Boat Specifications

Built: 2004
Length: 30 meters
Breadth: 8 metres
Draft: 3 meters
Construction material: Steel
Engines: 1800 HP MTU; 2000 vl2 engine
Cruising speed: 11 knots
Generators: 2 x 150kw
Water storage: 30 litres
Cabins: 12
Number of guests: 16
Number of crew: 13 (including dive team, skipper, boat crew and chefs)

Practical Information

Time Zone: UTC+11 (Solomons)
Local Currency: SBD (Solomon Islands Dollar)
Language Spoken: English
Payment Onboard: Cash (USD or AUD), Visa and Master card

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Got Questions? Ready to Book?

Call us today at +1-310-915-6677 or email us info@bluewaterdivetravel.com

And let us book your dream vacation!

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Reviews (4)

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LauraTaylor

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I recently returned from a wonderful trip aboard the Solomons Master, exploring the Russell and Florida Islands and the Marova area of the Solomon Islands. The overall experience was great, and I’d recommend it to anyone seeking a diverse diving adventure.
The Crew & Boat:
The crew were polished, friendly, and very attentive. Food was excellent, and they maintained high safety standards throughout the trip. The boat itself is showing its age, but it's impeccably clean with no musty or engine smells often associated with older vessels. A refit is scheduled for early 2025, which will likely enhance its appeal further.
The Diving:
The Best of Solomons itinerary dive sites were well chosen, offering a mix of WWII wrecks, coral seamounts, walls, caverns, and more. We started with a surprisingly interesting check-out dive at White Beach, featuring well-encrusted WWII debris, and continued on with fish-rich seamounts, soft and hard coral reefs, caverns and a few thrilling drift dives.
Highlights included:
• Barracuda Point at Mary Island: teeming with fish and vibrant coral life.
• Cathedral Caverns: fun swim-throughs and a jungle-like surface area.
• Lava Tube Dive: unique topography, featuring camouflaged crocodile fish.
The variety of marine life was impressive, though pelagics were somewhat limited, with only a few sharks, turtles, and one manta. A blue-ringed octopus made an appearance during a night dive, and we spotted a good range of nudibranchs and other macro critters.
Boat & Diving Logistics:
Most dives were "live drops," meaning we entered the water from the main boat and were picked up at the end of the dive by the dingies. Towing us back to the boat via tender was a novel and gentle approach that worked well. Our dive had compatible air consumption, ensuring everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience.
Accommodations & Food:
The rooms were clean and tidied daily. Meals were served buffet-style, with a variety of vegetables, meats, and fresh cakes or cookies each day. Alcohol was available via an honesty tab system. Breakfast consisted of fruit and toast before the first dive, followed by a full cooked breakfast afterward.
Service
The crew consistently went above and beyond to ensure all guests had a comfortable and enjoyable experience, catering to individual needs with great care and attention. This level of dedication speaks volumes about their commitment to delivering outstanding service.
Final Thoughts:
This was an excellent dive trip with an experienced crew, diverse dive sites, and great service. The boat may be older, but it remains a top option for exploring the Solomon Islands’ rich underwater offerings.

Visited on 09/2024 - Submitted on 10/15/2024

Tonga

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I went on 2 trips, both were 10 days. The first was their first Discovery trip going from Solomons to PNG. The next one was the best of. I loved the staff. So helpful, friendly, and informative. We had fish and coral ID presentations and history ones on the significance of each wreck we dived. The corals were beautiful, and marine life pristine. Not much in the way of big stuff here, except for the dolphins that would ride on the bow of the boat.

For me, it was just enough wrecks, so it did not dominate the itinerary. For those of you who are wreck fanatics, they do wreck only trips too.

My only issue with the boat is that only the upper rooms have bathrooms in the room. They also have the least amount of space to put your clothes and toiletries. Though the second trip I had my own room, so not as bad of an issue.
The dive deck was nicely spaced. Divemasters were excellent.

The village tours were heartwarming and interesting. It was wonderful to see the relationship the staff had with the local children and villagers. The food was really good. I loved the dug out canoes that would bring us our produce.

Overall, a fabulous time! I would go back again, especially that they have so many regions for different diving, including into PNG.

Visited on 06/2019 - Submitted on 05/18/2020

Lyon

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A great trip. The diving was very good. Capably led by Mossy and Lacy. Extra effort to ensure we were comfortable and safe. Loved their enthusiasm both in and out of the water. The boat crew were fantastic. Very friendly and couldn't be more helpful. Dive facilities were first class. The land visits were very enjoyable and the Islanders were great fun and seemed to enjoy our visit as much as we did. Meals on board were very good. Lots of variety and tasty. Now trying to shed a few kgs I gained on the trip.
The diving could have included a couple more WW2 wrecks as the area had such an impact on the outcome of the war.

Anyone booking in should consider taking some clothing packs for the locals - particularly kids clothing.

Overall a great trip

Visited on 06/2016 - Submitted on 07/04/2016

Andrew Trahair

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The ten day trip with Taka was my first livaboard experience and I had a wonderful time. The diving was exceptionally good, 4-5 dives per day, each one at different locations depending on the conditions. The captain and dive guide consulted with the guests on what we would like to see, and did their best to plan dives that would deliver. We experienced a few days of bad weather but we were still able to dive some terrific spots around the Russell Islands and the Floridas. We did a couple of village visits that I found interesting as they provided an opportunity to experience remote Solomon Island village life in locations not easily accessible.
I found the boat and accomodation to be comfortable. I was fortunate to have a cabin to myself so I had plenty of room.
The dive gear and facilities were all first rate. Plenty of room for getting geared up and ready, then after the dive step into one of the hot showers. The crew were friendly and relaxed and clearly know the islands, anchorages and dive sites very well. The local boys were happy to talk about their culture and answer any questions.
I have to make special mention of the food, which was outstanding and plentiful. Every meal was delicious, healthy and fresh. Solomon Islands is not known for cuisine but Taka should be!
I had a wonderful trip and did plenty of diving in some of the best locations of one of the best dive destinations in the world. We dived pristine reefs, caves, and wrecks. We saw every kind of fish and shark native to the region. The Taka live aboard experience is definitely for the keen diver. I did 44 great dives in ten days and look forward to my next trip!

Visited on 04/2016 - Submitted on 05/26/2016

Solomons Master

Destination: Solomon Islands & PNG

Solomon Islands & Papua New Guinea (7 & 10 nights) | From $468++/night