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Description
Boat
Ariyal is a spacious liveaboard vessel purpose‑built for exploring the Maldives’ vibrant reefs and marine life. With a length of 45 m and a beam of 10 m, this three‑deck yacht provides generous onboard space for diving, relaxation, and socialising.
The interior combines modern comfort with practical design, featuring a comfortable salon and entertainment area where guests can unwind after diving or water sports. The salon is equipped with a 75” smart TV, PlayStation 5, board games, Wi‑Fi, and portable audio speakers, creating a welcoming space to socialise or relax between excursions.
Ariyal’s decks are designed to maximise your Maldives experience. The second deck features a freshwater jacuzzi, perfect for relaxing with panoramic ocean views. Outdoor deck space offers sun loungers and shaded areas for soaking up the tropical climate.
Onboard dining presents a variety of delicious dishes served in a relaxed setting, combining local Maldivian flavours with international cuisine. Full‑board meals are included, and special dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.
Water activities extend beyond diving, with equipment for paddleboarding, wakeboarding, water skiing, and jet skiing available, plus options for fishing and beach barbecues during shore visits.
Cabin
Ariyal has 13 well‑appointed cabins, accommodating up to 26 guests per cruise:
All cabins are air‑conditioned and feature ensuite bathrooms with hot showers and modern amenities.
4 Sea View Suites：
Located on the upper deck, with king‑size bed and sofa, large seaview windows.
2 Sea View Suites：
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with a King‑size double, panoramic oceanview windows.
7 Deluxe Cabins：
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side, portholes.
Diving
- 16 - 17 dives per week (1 night dive is included per week).
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Complimentary for certified divers
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional cost
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available, rate on request
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet： Complimentary for all guests
- Laundry Service：Available with additional cost
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：By cash (USD/EUR), credit cards.
- Crew Number：17, include 4 - 5 dive guides
Itineraries
Explore Maldives
Male Atoll, South Ari Atoll, Vaavu Atoll, Lankan Beyru, Rasfari Corner, Kandooma Thila, Rasdhoo Madivaru,
This 8 day Maldives diving trip explores top dive sites across South Male and North Ari Atoll, featuring manta rays, whale sharks, grey reef sharks, and vibrant coral reefs. Highlights include Manta Point, Maamigili Beyru (whale shark site), and the Kudhimaa Wreck. The route offers a mix of drift dives, pinnacles, and night dives, perfect for divers of all levels. Experience the best of Maldives' marine life and underwater beauty on this unforgettable adventure.
Check-in time at 1:00 pm
Check-out time at 09:00 am
Typically, the schedule for the day is as follows, however, the timings/schedule can be different depending on filling tanks, cruising hours, and weather conditions:
06:00 Wake-up call
06:00 Light breakfast
06:30 1st Briefing & Dive
08:30 - 09:00 Normal Breakfast
10:30 – 11:00 2nd Briefing and Dive
13:00 Lunch
15:00 - 15:30 3rd Briefing and Dive
17:00 Afternoon tea and snacks
19:30 Dinner
Deep South : Male to Gan
This Maldives diving trip offers an exciting schedule of three to four dives per day over 7 days. The route includes a variety of dive sites, from the shallow coral plateaus of Rasfari Corner to the thrilling drift dives at Kandooma Thila and encounters with manta rays at Lankan Beyru. Guests will also explore wrecks, such as the Kudhimaa Wreck, and may have the opportunity to see iconic species like whale sharks at Maamigili Beyru. The schedule includes plenty of downtime for meals, rest, and socializing with fellow divers. Day 8 will conclude the journey with a transfer to the airport, following a final morning breakfast and check-out.
Deep South : Gan to Male
Set off on an exciting diving journey from Deep South Gan to Male, discovering the Maldives’ extraordinary underwater world. This route takes you through picturesque reefs, abundant marine life, and some of the best dive locations, offering a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Deep South Gan to Koodoo / Koodoo Gan
This 7-day diving itinerary offers an incredible journey through the Maldives, with three to four dives per day, providing guests with the opportunity to explore the vibrant marine life, coral reefs, and exciting underwater topography of the region. Starting with a welcome aboard the vessel, guests will enjoy daily dive briefings, followed by dives that range from shallow reefs to deeper pinnacles, encountering species such as manta rays, whale sharks, grey reef sharks, and a variety of colorful fish. The schedule includes ample time for meals, rest, and socializing, with each day ending with delicious dinners and relaxation. The trip concludes on Day 8 with check-out and transfers to the airport. Please note that the exact dive sites may vary based on conditions, and the route is subject to the captain’s discretion.
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- Maldivian GST Tax 17%
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Nitrox fills
- Use of Kayaks or/and SUPs
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- VAT and local taxes
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Central Maldives
Best time for diving
December to April, Central Maldives is suitable for diving year-round, these months are the Northeast dry season, and it's the time for best visibility and weather condition.
The visibility range between 20 - 40 meters year-round. And the currents are usually mild to intermediate. Diving depth range from 10 - 40 meters.
About temperatures
Air : range between 27°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : very stable and warm, range from 28°C - 30°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a dive Skin or 3 mm wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels, but to enjoy the best out of it, we recommend an AOW level with 30 dives.
You can find out more information about diving in Central Maldives here : Central Maldives
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation / disembarkation for Central Maldives cruise will be in Malé, guests need to fly in/out to Velana International Airport (MLE).
Visa Requirements
A 30 days tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30. Please refer to Maldives Tourist Visa for details.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (Rf), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD or EUR.
Most travel-related costs will be billed in the major global currencies such as USD, EUR, as well as credit cards. The ATMs will only provide cash in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
Drones
Flying a drone is legal in the Maldives, but we recommend being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations. Please check Maldives Civil Aviation Authority for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
North Maldives
Best time for diving
June to November, North Maldives offers great diving all year, especially in the Far North Atolls, you can expect sunny skies most of the year. And in Hanifaru Bay, each year during June to November is the famous cyclone feeding, which is a rare and spectacular event where over 100 manta rays can feed together and create a chain which the head of each manta ray touches the tail of the manta in front. This creates a huge spiral of up to 200 mantas along with their fellow plankton feeders the Whale Shark.
About temperatures
Air : range between 27°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : very stable and warm, range from 27°C - 29°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a dive Skin or 3 mm wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels, but to enjoy the best out of it, we recommend an AOW level with 30 dives. For the Far North Atolls, currents can be strong with choppy wave action, we recommend only for experienced divers.
You can find out more information about diving in North Maldives here : North Maldives
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation / disembarkation for North Maldives cruise (Baa atoll, Raa atoll, Lhaviyani, Noonu atoll) will be in Malé, guests need to fly in/out to Velana International Airport (MLE).
For the Far North Atolls (Shaviyani atoll, Haa Dhaalu atoll, Haa Alifu atoll), domestic flights / seaplane transfers are required for Haa Alif Atoll (HRF) or KHaa Dhaalu Atoll (HDK).
Visa Requirements
A 30 days tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30. Please refer to Maldives Tourist Visa for details.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (Rf), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD or EUR.
Most travel-related costs will be billed in the major global currencies such as USD, EUR, as well as credit cards. The ATMs will only provide cash in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
Drones
Flying a drone is legal in the Maldives, but we recommend being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations. Please check Maldives Civil Aviation Authority for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
South Maldives
Best time for diving
December to April offers the best visibility and sea conditions. Although short spells of heavy rainfall can be experienced during the summer months, but this region do offer good diving all year round.
About temperatures
Air : range between 28°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : very stable and warm, range from 27°C - 29°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a dive Skin or 3 mm wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for divers have AOW level with good drift diving experience, as there can be strong currents in the channels surrounding the islands.
You can find out more information about diving in South Maldives here : South Maldives
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation / disembarkation for South Maldives cruise (Meemu atoll, Thaa atoll, Felidhoo atoll) will be in Malé, guests need to fly in/out to Velana International Airport (MLE).
For the Deep South Atolls (Laamu atoll, Gaafu Alifu atoll, Huvadhoo atoll, Fuvahmulah, Addu atoll), domestic flights are usually required to Addu atoll (GAN), Gaafu Alifu atoll (GKK), Huvadhoo atoll (KDM) or Fuvahmulah (FVM). Longer trips like 2 weeks might depart or return to Male.
Visa Requirements
A 30 days tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30. Please refer to Maldives Tourist Visa for details.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (Rf), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD or EUR.
Most travel-related costs will be billed in the major global currencies such as USD, EUR, as well as credit cards. The ATMs will only provide cash in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
Drones
Flying a drone is legal in the Maldives, but we recommend being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations. Please check Maldives Civil Aviation Authority for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
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