Dive Solana is a premier resort located in Anilao in southern Luzon. This splendid dive-dedicated resort offers scuba classes and underwater photography. Anilao Peninsula is surrounded by the Batangas Bay and the Balayan Bay, both famous their fabulous reefs and vast schools of colorful fish.

There are fourteen cottages that have private bathrooms, air- conditioning, balconies with beautiful sunset views, and are just steps away from the crystal clear water.

So in Solana, the food covers are from Sulu. The bedspreads were embroidered in Paranaque. the pillow cases from Taal, the soap essences from Tagaytay, the cushion covers are by the T’boli, the baskets by the Mangyans. The chocolate and the coffee come from the hills around us. Even the massage therapists are actually masters of the Filipino art of hilot!

More importantly, I had the honor and pleasure to interact with traditional craftsmen at work. I saw them thatching the roof. I saw them carving the columns. The result of their labors give the resort such an integral organic look because the skills used in creation arose from the land. The cogon roof and bamboo beams of our diving pavilion are so wonderful to look at that one almost forgets to get into one’s gear.
Of course, not everything is traditional. The chairs are plastic because they have to be left outdoors. But they are so cleverly made that they resemble their rattan models. And like their rattan counterparts they were also produced by hand using age-old methods.

The pottery is designed by foreigners, using imported methods as we do not have a tradition of high-fired glazed ceramics in the Philippines.

Dive Solana is a family-friendly resort, and there is plenty of space to run around and play. Swimming lessons, snorkeling, and sea kayaking are available. Three sumptuous buffet-style meals per day are served in the open-air restaurant overlooking the ocean. Whether on the fine white beachfront shaded by coconut and talisay trees, or underwater in the clear, cool depths of the bountiful sea, you are embraced by nature at its exotic best, and pampered by the friendliest and most hospitable staff and dive crew in the area.

How to get there

From Manila,

1. Last Toll Gate of South Super Highway (Set Odometer to 0) 0.0 km
2. Take Batangas/Lucena Exit (to your right) 3.4 km
3. You’ll pass by the First Philippine Industrial Park at your right 9.9 km
4. Take the Star Tollway at your right 11.0 km
5. Turn left to take Batangas exit 33.6 km
6. From Tollgate exit, turn right of San Jose Road
7. You’ll Pass by San Fernando Air Base at your right 35.4 km
8. Turn right at signal light going to Palanca 41.6 km
9. Turn left to Bauan 48.4 km
10. Caltex to your left, take the middle road (Going to Bauan) 52.2 km
11. “Barangay Sta. Maria: Arc 65.9 km
12. Welcome to the Municipality of Mabini” Arc 67.3 km
13. Mabini Statie Triangle – Take Right 71.2 km
14. Turn Left on road before the mabini town wet market/pier 72.8 km
15. “Solana BEZO Resort” wooden sign to your right. Welcome! 83.3 km

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Rates

The following room rates are per person and per night:

Others:

• Additional discount for longer stay (3 nights and above) apply.
• Daytrip Rates are subject to 5% service charge
• With Cottage – maximum of 4 pax per cottage at Php 2,000.00/person
• Without Cottage – Php 1,500.00/person
• *Daytrip includes buffet lunch and one light snack.
• *Activities are extra
• Entourage fee Php 1,400.00/person/night with staff food.
• Rates are subject to 5% service charge.
• Kids 7 yrs and under are Free of Charge.
• Food included (any special diet requirements would require special arrangements made in advance).
• Guests 8 yrs-12 yrs oldare charged a flat fee of Php 2,325.00/child
• Rates are subject to 5% service charge.

Smoking Policy
For everyone’s safety, smoking is not permitted in any of the cottages, dining areas, or near the oxygen tank room storage. Smoking is only allowed on outside decks. We request that smokers be mindful of other guests by maintaining a respectful distance.
Diving

Boat, Tanks, Weights and Dive Master Fee are included but Diver’s User Fee of P150.00 per day is not included.

Amenities

• Complete Bathrooms with Soap and Shampoo
• Hot Water and Bidet
• Power Generator
• Souvenir Shop
• Meditation Hut
• Dogs Allowed
• Air-Conditioned Rooms
• Masseuse
• Club House
• Complete Scuba Diving Gear rental and Dive Guide Services
• DVD player (King and Queen Suite)
• Lodging for Chauffer and Help
• Dining Area
• Sundeck
• Kid’s Activities

Activities

• Diving
• Snorkeling
• Windsurfing
• Water-cycling
• Trekking
• Kayaking
• Sailing
• Taking a Swim with Your Dog
• Under Water Photo Safaris
• Reading