Aquasub Bahia Solano

Aquasub Bahia Solano is situated in Mutis, in the Choco region of Colombia. The centre operates out of the Rocas de Cabo Marzo hostel, providing a streamlined experience for those travelling from major cities like Bogotá, Medellín, or Cali via included airport transfers.

The area is defined by its rich biodiversity and varied underwater topography, including rocky bottoms and coral structures. Whether you are looking for a structured training programme or an exploratory trip to the Parque Nacional Natural Ensenada de Utría, the centre is positioned to access the best of the Colombian Pacific.

As a PADI IDC Five Star Dive Resort, the centre maintains high standards for both recreational and professional training. They manage a wide spectrum of certifications, catering to everyone from those taking their first Discover Scuba Diving breaths to professional candidates working towards their Instructor rating.

The centre is also equipped to handle professional development, offering courses such as Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, and Open Water Scuba Instructor. For those looking to specialise, they provide training in niche areas like Public Safety Diver and Altitude Diver.

The course catalogue is extensive, covering the entire PADI progression. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or the Open Water Diver course, with subsequent levels including Scuba Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, and Adventure Diver.

For more experienced divers, the centre offers specialised training such as Deep Diver, Wreck Diving, Night Diver, and Underwater Navigator. Professional tracks are also fully supported, with pathways through Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, and eventually Open Water Scuba Instructor, alongside the Master Scuba Diver rating.

The centre provides full equipment hire for divers, covering all the essentials needed for the local conditions. For certified divers, the centre also provides dive computers to ensure safety and precise monitoring of deco limits during your dives.

For those staying at the centre, the service is integrated with the Rocas de Cabo Marzo hostel, which includes meals and accommodation. This setup allows for a focused diving trip where logistics are handled centrally.

The local waters are home to a variety of reef fish, including butterflyfish, angelfish, and groupers. You will also frequently encounter whitetip sharks patrolling the area.

Seasonality plays a major role in the megafauna sightings here. Between May and June, the area is known for whale shark encounters, while the period from July to October brings humpback whales (Yubarta) into the region.

The surrounding ecosystem is supported by a variety of corals and rocky reef structures that provide habitat for the local species.

Divers should be prepared for the presence of currents when exploring the various sites in the Choco region. The depth of the dives typically ranges between 12 and 40 metres, accommodating a wide range of experience levels.

While the area is accessible for diving year-round, the presence of seasonal migrations makes certain months more notable for specific large pelagics.