Spirit of Maldives, Maldives

Spirit of Maldives - a brand-new luxury liveaboard offering extraordinary diving experiences across the stunning atolls of the Maldives. Crafted for divers who seek exceptional underwater adventures, this vessel combines style, comfort, and safety. Its tailored itineraries explore the most remote and serene areas, including the Central Atolls, Deep South, and rarely visited North Atolls.

Boat Interior and Exterior This luxury liveaboard yacht features 13 well-appointed cabins, accommodating up to 26 passengers. Guests can choose from Standard Cabins with double or twin beds, and luxurious Suites with a king bed and an additional single bed. Each cabin includes spacious closets, air conditioning, and ensuite bathrooms. The lounge area is perfect for relaxation, complete with a library of books, movies, and documentaries. The expansive sundeck, equipped with comfortable loungers and stunning ocean views, is ideal for soaking up the sun or stargazing. Guests can also unwind in the hot tub after a day of diving.

The dive deck is equipped with support boat a 60ft (20m) spacious and well-equipped dive dhoni for efficient diver pick-up and exploration of remote regions. High-quality diving gear is available, and Nitrox is offered for certified divers to enhance safety and bottom time.

Safety measures on board include basic first aid equipment, oxygen therapy, and trained cruise directors capable of providing initial stabilization and arranging medical evacuation if necessary. Five operational hyperbaric chambers in the Maldives ensure comprehensive scuba diving safety.

Itineraries

• Heart of the Maldives: A 7-night dive trip exploring the vibrant central atolls, featuring thrilling shark dives, scenic coral gardens, and manta cleaning stations. Dive sites include blue and yellow soft coral caves, pinnacles teeming with life, and popular whale shark and hammerhead sites. Night dives offer encounters with sharks and mantas.

• Deep South of the Maldives: Explore the southern atolls, 60 to 140 miles south of Male, known for their superb dive sites, including channels with sharks, eagle rays, and large schools of snapper and jackfish. Itineraries showcase the best of the central atolls, vibrant corals in Thaa and Laamu Atolls, and the manta cleaning stations of Meemu Atoll.

• Far North: Venture to the northernmost atolls, 180 miles north of Male, to discover the hidden gems of Shaviyani and Haa Alifu Atolls. These lesser-dived waters promise exhilarating encounters with sharks and mantas. Dive into a world untouched by crowds, with opportunities to see blue whales and sperm whales from March to April.
  

When to Go The optimal time for diving in the Maldives is from December to May, during the northeast monsoon. These months offer clear skies, calm seas, and excellent visibility, particularly on the eastern side with visibility ranging from 20 to 30 meters. Winter months may present visibility challenges, and thermoclines may cause sudden temperature changes.

Experience the ultimate luxury liveaboard diving adventure with this vessel, where every detail is designed to ensure an unforgettable scuba travel experience in the Maldives, from vibrant coral reefs to encounters with majestic marine life