Blue (Fun Azul II) Liveaboard, Maldives

Blue, also known as Fun Azul II, is a 41.14-metre Maldives liveaboard operating central atoll routes, seasonal Baa Atoll trips, and Deep South Equatorial departures. The vessel accommodates up to 22 guests in 11 cabins, with diving supported by a separate 22-metre Doni boat.

Boat Interior

Blue has a spacious lounge, a salon bar, and an open-plan sundeck for time between dives. Outdoor areas include a shaded sun deck, sun loungers, a jacuzzi, and a pool/water slide.

The salon bar serves fresh fruit juice, soft drinks, cocktails, liquors, wine, and beer. Meals are prepared onboard and served buffet style, with Asian, European, Maldivian, and Japanese food available.

Cabin Types

All cabins are equipped with air conditioning, a private restroom, and a shower room. Cabin facilities include a fan, safety box, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, and body soap.

Deluxe Cabin

Located on the lower deck, the Deluxe Cabins accommodate 2 guests. This category includes twin cabins with two single beds and one double cabin with a king-size bed.

Master Cabin

Located on the main deck, the Master Cabins accommodate 2 guests. This category includes one twin cabin with two single beds and one double cabin with a king-size bed.

Suite

Located on the upper deck, the Suites accommodate 2 guests. This category includes one twin cabin with two single beds and one double cabin with a king-size bed.

Dive Deck

Diving is supported by a separate 22-metre Doni boat. The Doni carries an air compressor and Nitrox compressor, along with one toilet and one shower.

Tanks, weights, and weight belts are provided. Rental equipment is available with advance notice, including BCD, regulator, dive computer, wetsuit, mask, fins and snorkel set, 15-litre air tank, and underwater light. DIN adaptors are available onboard, and Nitrox is available for certified divers.

Safety and Navigation

Dives are guided by an instructor or divemaster guide, with briefings given before each dive. Groups are generally arranged into two or three guided groups, giving the dive programme a clear structure throughout the cruise.

Divers must have dive insurance, submit a medical check form, and hold Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent. Dive computers and buddy diving are required, while solo diving, rebreather diving, and decompression diving are not permitted. Side-mount diving is possible when kept within the trip schedule, maximum dive time, and maximum depth rules.

The mother boat carries safety oxygen, fire extinguishers, life jackets, and a first aid box. The Doni boat carries an oxygen tank, four fire extinguishers, 30 life jackets, a first aid box, and an automated external defibrillator.

Itineraries

Blue operates a varied Maldives programme, from central atoll routes to seasonal northern trips and Deep South Equatorial departures. The Best of Maldives Central Trip covers South Malé, South Ari, North Ari, Rasdhoo, and North Malé, while shorter departures focus on South Malé and Ari Atoll.

Seasonal routes add more variety. The Baa Trip focuses on Baa Atoll during the rainy season, while the Vaavu Route includes Felidhoo Atoll and dynamic channel diving. Longer Full and Discover Maldives trips combine several atolls, including Baa, North Malé, South Malé, North Ari, and South Ari, depending on the route.

Deep South Equatorial itineraries are limited special departures, with routes between Malé, Gaafu, and Addu. These trips focus on channel diving and are limited to experienced divers, with more than 200 logged dives required or recommended. Standard 7-night routes may include up to 18 dives, while longer departures may include up to 24 dives.

When to Go

Blue’s Maldives programme changes by route and season. The Baa Route runs between July and November, with Baa Atoll departures planned around manta ray opportunities.

Deep South Equatorial routes are scheduled as limited special departures, mainly in the early-year season. From December to May, currents can be strong on many Maldives dives, and sites are often advanced in level. Travellers should choose a route that matches their recent dive experience, certification level, and comfort in current.