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Description
Boat
Princess Maani is a stylish and spacious Maldives liveaboard yacht purpose-built for dive safaris and ocean adventures. Launched in 2024, this 42 m long and 11 m wide vessel boasts four decks designed for comfort, leisure, and exploration. As one of the newest safari yachts in the Maldives, it blends elegant living spaces with practical dive-oriented facilities, creating an environment that feels both welcoming and refined.
Built with a robust hull and supported by modern navigation systems, Princess Maani cruises at around 12 knots, ensuring smooth transfers between the country’s spectacular atolls. The vessel is served by 17 professional crew members, including 5 experienced dive guides, offering expert support for both divers and snorkelers alike.
Life on board is relaxed yet vibrant. You’ll find spacious lounges and indoor salon areas for socialising, a well-stocked bar for sunset cocktails, two jacuzzis on the upper deck for unwinding, and expansive sun decks with loungers and bean bags for soaking up tropical sunshine. Other facilities include an al fresco dining area, warm water showers, charging stations, and freshwater rinsing areas for dive gear.
Princess Maani combines gourmet meals and diverse dining options prepared by a dedicated culinary team. Menus feature a mix of Western and local Maldivian cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available, served in buffet style or at special themed dinners under the stars. Beverages such as soft drinks, coffee, and tea are included, and alcoholic drinks and fine wines are available.
Diving and water activities are well supported with a dedicated dive dhoni and tender boats, separate rinse stations for underwater photography equipment, and options for kayaks and SUP boards. Paid Wi-Fi is available on board, and services like laundry and massage can be arranged upon request.
Cabin
Princess Maani features 14 comfortable cabins accommodating up to 28 guests, spread across three decks.
All cabins are air-conditioned and include ensuite bathrooms with warm showers and modern amenities.
4 Deluxe II Cabins：
Located on the upper deck, each cabin with separable double king-size twin beds, large panoramic windows.
4 Deluxe I Cabins：
Located on the main deck, each cabin with separable double king-size twin beds, large panoramic windows.
6 Superior Cabins：
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with with flexible bed configurations (double, twin, or single), portholes.
Diving
- 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 Informations
- Nitrox：Complimentary for certified divers
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional charge
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment yet
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with surcharge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional cost
- Laundry Service：Available with surcharge
- Massage Service：Available with surcharge
- Payment on board：Cash(USD/EUR/MVR), credit cards
- Crew Number：17, include 5 dive guides
Itineraries
Best of Central Atolls
North Malé, South Malé, Felidhoo, Ari, North Malé
The route Best of central Atolls Maldives include 3 dives per day with one night dive during the week, (or 2 night dives during 10 nights or more trips). We always have, at least, 4 guides onboard. We aim to have a maximum of 6 divers per guide, but we usually try to make smaller groups, especially when our guests are not very experienced in the submerged environment. Some dives are relaxing and meditative, some others can be challenging for some of us due to the currents or the rough seas.
Manta Madness
North Malé, Baa Atoll, Rasdhoo Atoll, Ari Atoll, Malé
The Route Manta Madness Maldives include 3 dives per day with 2 night dive during the week, (or 2 night dives during 10 nights or more trips). We always have, at least, 4 guides onboard. We aim to have a maximum of 6 divers per guide, but we usually try to make smaller groups, especially when our guests are not very experienced in the submerged environment. Some dives are relaxing and meditative, some others can be challenging for some of us due to the currents or the rough seas.
Northern Highlights
North Malé, Raa Atoll, Baa Atoll, Rasdhoo Atoll, Malé
The Route Northern Highlights Maldives include 3 dives per day with 2 night dive during the week, (or 2 night dives during 10 nights or more trips). We always have, at least, 4 guides onboard. We aim to have a maximum of 6 divers per guide, but we usually try to make smaller groups, especially when our guests are not very experienced in the submerged environment. Some dives are relaxing and meditative, some others can be challenging for some of us due to the currents or the rough seas.
Wild Deep South
Huvadhoo, Fuvahmulah, Addu Atoll in 9 or 10 nights
The Route Wild Deep South Maldives include 3 dives per day with 2 night dive during the week, (or 2 night dives during 10 nights or more trips). We always have, at least, 4 guides onboard. We aim to have a maximum of 6 divers per guide, but we usually try to make smaller groups, especially when our guests are not very experienced in the submerged environment. Some dives are relaxing and meditative, some others can be challenging for some of us due to the currents or the rough seas.
10 Atolls 2 Hemispheres
11-day cruise: North Malé, Fulidhoo, Thinadhoo, Mulah, Fuvahmulah, Addu Atoll
The route 10 Atolls, 2 Hemispheres Maldives is an unforgettable journey begins in North Malé Atoll (way down) or in Addu (way up). The Route 10 Atolls 2 Hemispheres Maldives include 3 dives per day with 2 night dive during the week, (or 2 night dives during 10 nights or more trips). We always have, at least, 4 guides onboard. We aim to have a maximum of 6 divers per guide, but we usually try to make smaller groups, especially when our guests are not very experienced in the submerged environment. Some dives are relaxing and meditative, some others can be challenging for some of us due to the currents or the rough seas.
THE DIVING
The number of dives per day
3 daily dives (except check-in day and the last 24 hours before the flight), included 1 night dive for the week trip and 2 night dives for the 10 nights trip (so the day of the night dive, the dives will be 2 during daytime + the night dive). The dives will occur on our comfortable diving dhoni. Tanks, belts and weights are included.
Diving course on board?
We offer various diving courses and specialty courses onboard Top Class Cruising liveaboard. Please contact us for details. Course availability is subject to itinerary and it is better to communicate the intention of taking a course certification at least 7 days prior to the starting of the cruise. Students under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the course documents.
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
- Dive equipment rentals
- 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
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- VAT and local taxes
- Maldives Green Tax - $12 per night
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive courses on board
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Wi-Fi
- 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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