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Carpe Novo Liveaboard, Maldives

4.6Excellent19 verified reviews
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276
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Carpe Nova is equipped to offer a variety of marine adventures, including diving, surfing, and fishing. Itineraries extend from the classical central routes to the unexplored Deep South and the remote Far North, with 3 dives planned daily to immerse guests in the underwater beauty of the Maldives.

Boat Interior
This vessel accommodates 22 passengers across three decks, offering various cabin configurations with individual air-conditioning and personal safes. The upper deck houses junior suites with queen beds, some convertible to twins, while the main deck offers 2 single and 2 standard cabins, suitable for couples or shared use. Guests can relax in multiple indoor and outdoor areas, including a lounge with entertainment systems, TV, and open-air spots for sunset views. The sundeck features shaded and unshaded areas for sunbathing.

Dive Deck
Equipped with storage and an L W membrane system for nitrox-certified divers, the dive deck caters to all preparation needs.

Safety
Carpe Nova ensures safety with comprehensive equipment, including fire extinguishers, life jackets, and an emergency alarm.

Special Facilities for Photographers
A dedicated room with optimal lighting and a spacious camera table is available for photographers, ideal for those keen to capture the Maldives' underwater scenes, from mantas to whale sharks.

Itinerary
Explore diverse atolls such as North Male, Vaavu, and Meemu, with 7 or 10-night trip options. Unique Deep South routes offer encounters with the pristine reefs of Foammulah and Huvadhoo, including the renowned Medhufushi Thila in Meemu Atoll, famous for manta sightings.

When to Go
The Maldives welcomes divers all year, with May to November highlighted as the optimal time for encounters with mantas, sharks, hammerheads, and turtles

Cabins

Standard Сabin
Lower Deck

Standard Сabin

2 Guests
Single Suite
Main Deck

Single Suite

1 Guest
Junior Double Suite
Upper Deck

Junior Double Suite

2 Guests
Junior Twin Suite
Upper Deck

Junior Twin Suite

2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2016
Number of cabins
12
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Surcharge
Nitrox
Free
Fleet/Managing company
Carpe Diem Maldives
Length and width
43 m / 11 m
Capacity
22
Tenders
61 feet / 20 feet
Material
Wood
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
250/50 Hz, 3 phase, 24 hrs per day
Engines
Doosan Daewood Marine Diesel (Model №: V1 80219), HP 800
Generator
2 x Zenith Isuzu 65 KW Marine-Gen, 1x Zenith Isizu 25 KW Marine-Gen
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
HP L&W
Nitrox Membrane
Nitrox L&W Membrane System
Freshwater maker
1 x WASCO Desalinator 700 ltr/hr 15 tons/day <br>1 x WASCO Desalinator 900 ltr/hr 18 tons/day

Dive Facilities

  • Warm Water Showers
  • Compressors
  • Rinse Hosts
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Personal Storage Space

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
  • Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
  • Snacks All Day

Onboard Facilities

  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Loungers
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar
  • Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
  • Fishing
  • Surfing

Photographer Facilities

  • Camera & Photography Station
  • Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
  • Camera Table
  • Charging Stations

Carpe Novo Reviews

4.6
Excellent
19 verified reviews
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5.0
Every Dive is a good Dive…
I had a great time on this trip. The visibility on this trip in the South of Male region was very good, as we reached the Northern Atolls it‘s getting really bad. We were not lucky at the Hanifaru Bay, but this can happen… one year before it was perfect…there are a lot of other places to see mantas on this trip. Have you ever noticed the sparkling plankton while jumping into the water at the beginning of the dive? This was always very special in the Maldives in August. The crew, the dive guides are always friendly and helpful. Thank you all for this amazing time…
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2025-10-05by W. Christa
5.0
Always one of the best times in my year…
This was my 10th Safari with the Carpe Diem Fleet and I had a lot of great moments underwater and on the boat. The Maldives, for me, are one of the most beautiful regions of the world. I love to sit on the backside of the boat while having a great meal and talking with other divers from all over the world about our latest experience …. To see all the sandbanks, lagoons and resort islands passing by….and have always good dives in between. The dive dhoni from Carpe Novo is one of the biggest I have ever seen and it makes diving really comfortable. I will come back soon….
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2025-10-05by W. Christa
5.0
Amazing Diving on a Boot with Comfort and Adventure.
I had a great time on this trip. We see so many Mantas and Whale Sharks. The dive guides always tried to give us the best experience on every dive. I have never seen so many mantas while snorkeling or diving. Also we have seen a lot of small things and sharks. It was always a good mixture of everything with good and healthy coral life. The boat, the staff, and the Service is always great. Special thanks to the new cook and new bartender and my dive guide Naveen, they made this trip a special experience I would never forget. Thank you all, I'll come back…
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2025-10-05by W. Christa

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