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| Date | 01/06/24 to 08/06/24 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Boat | Koimala |
| Destination | Central Maldives |
| Departure | Male |
| Arrival | Male |
Description
Boat
Koimala is a 22.2 meters long, 7.3 meters wide liveaboard built in 1994, cruising at 9 knots. It has sailed almost 30 years on the Maldivian waters.
On board, there is an indoor lounge with bar, a teak deck protected from the sun and an outdoor dining area at the rear of the boat.
Koimala offering guests various leisure activities during the liveaboard trip : scuba diving, free diving, night fishing, snorkeling, wave surfing (on request), island hopping, cultural shows, BBQ dinner on desert island ...
Koimala is a good choice for small groups who looking for privacy and comfort. It is accompanied by a diving dhoni and a dingy. Underwater you will be guided by 2 experienced guides possessing local knowledge of the country and its sites.
Koimala is equipped with electrical generators (220V), water desalination, TV / DVD .
Cabin
Koimala has 5 guest cabins, it can welcome up to 10 guests per trip.
All cabins have air condition, storage area, portholes.
1 Twin Cabin :
Located on the lower deck, this cabin comes with two single bunk beds, bathroom is just outside the cabin door, portholes.
4 Deluxe Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with one double bed and one single bed in bunk style, ensuite bathroom, portholes.
Diving
- 8D/7D : 15 - 17 dives, include 1 night dive.
- 11D/10N : 21 dives, include 1 - 2 night dives.
- 13D/12N : 26 dives, include 1 - 2 night dives.
- 15D/14N : 30 dives, include 2 - 3 night dives.
- No dive provided on the day of arrival and departure.
- Only 2 dives will be provided on the day before departure.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Not available at the moment
- 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 additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional cost
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：Cash (EUR/USD/MVR)
- Crew Number：6, include 2 dive guides
Cabins & prices
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- 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
- 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
- Fuel surcharge
- Maldives Green Tax - $12 per night
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Nitrox fills
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Wi-Fi
- Crew gratuity
More
| Destinations | Central Maldives, South Maldives |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Camera Station, Fishing gear, Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | English, French |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing for Koimala varies by cabin type, route and duration. Most trips start from $2,401 per person. Live prices and current availability are listed on the Schedules tab. Contact our dive team for a custom quote or private charter pricing.
Standard inclusions: airport and hotel transfers, full-board meals, soft drinks, diving (tanks, weights, weight belts), dive guide service, land excursions, cabin towels and toiletries, Wi-Fi and boat accident insurance. Excludes: international and domestic flights, marine park fees, fuel surcharge, dive and travel insurance, equipment rental, nitrox fills, alcohol, gratuity.
Central Maldives offers year-round diving with two distinct seasons. Manta and warmer water characterise the wet season, while larger pelagics and cooler water mark the dry season. Browse upcoming departures by month on the Schedules tab to pick the best window for your travel dates.
Most Koimala routes require Open Water certification with at least 50 logged dives. Some sites with strong currents require Advanced Open Water. Check the Useful Information tab on this page for destination-specific requirements.
Koimala hosts up to 16 divers per departure. The small group ratio means personalised service, flexible dive scheduling and minimal waiting between dives.
The crew speaks English, French. Dive briefings are given in English with translation available on request. International dive guides accompany selected departures.
Browse live departures on the Schedules tab. Each row links to the booking page with date, route and confirmed pricing. For private charters or custom itineraries, contact the Dive and Cruise dive team via the form below. No booking fees.
Full refund up to 90 days before departure, sliding scale thereafter. Travel insurance covering trip cancellation is strongly recommended and mandatory for some destinations. See the booking terms for full details.
Yes. Valid dive insurance covering emergency evacuation, hyperbaric treatment and diving accidents is mandatory on all Koimala departures. We also recommend travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage. Proof of insurance is checked at embarkation.
Koimala operates across Central Maldives. Expect schooling pelagics, reef sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, vibrant coral walls and macro critters. Seasonal highlights shift by month and region - check the destination page for the current conditions.
Nitrox is available on Koimala for an additional charge. Larger 15L tanks, rebreather support and tech diving can be arranged on request. Notify our dive team at the time of booking so we can confirm availability and add the surcharge.
Most Central Maldives liveaboard trips connect via a regional hub. We recommend arriving 1 day before embarkation to recover from travel and to clear any park or transit fees. Airport transfers are included in the trip price.
This specific Koimala departure runs from Jun 1 - Jun 8, 2024. Embarkation is in the afternoon of day 1, disembarkation in the morning of the final day. Plan international flights to arrive 1 day early and depart 1 day late.
This package includes 7 nights aboard Koimala. The full itinerary covers up to 20 dives across multiple sites. Check the Description tab for the day-by-day dive plan and the Schedules tab for the exact route.
Cabin options on this Koimala departure include: Classic Twin, Twin/Double, Premium Double, Premium Twin/Double. Each cabin has ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, storage and US-plug outlets. Live availability and per-person pricing by cabin are shown on the booking page.
