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Manta Cruise is a deluxe standard liveaboard, it offering dive liveaboard trips all around the Maldives according to the seasons, It can accommodate 18 guests.

Frequently Asked Questions
Date 21/12/25 to 28/12/25
Duration 7 nights
Boat Manta Cruise
Destination Central Maldives
Departure Male
Arrival Male
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Description

Boat

Manta Cruise is a 32 meters long, 9 meters wide dive yacht, cruise at 10 knots, it was built in 2006 and benefitted continuous maintenance in order to always meet our guest comfort.

Manta Cruise has a large indoor air-con salon with TV, DVD player, music system, and an assortment of movies and indoor games. There is also a dining area inside the salon, where meals will be served in buffet style with European, Asian and Sir Lankan recipes.

Outside the mian deck salon, there is an open outdoor dining area where guests can enjoy delisous meals with a view. It is also the popular social hub during the trip.

For those who enjoy the sun there is a top level sun deck with chaise longues and mattresses for sun bathing and relaxation.

Manta Cruise has a team of highly experienced crew who take great pride in exceptional service whilst always maintaining safety. The capable crew is ready to go the extra mile to make sure that you have a wonderful and memorable experience.

Manta Cruise embark for a very good quality & price offer and discover the amazing beauty of Maldives.

All diving is done from the 20 meter dive dhoni boat, which provide comfort and function at the same time. All the equipment stay in the dive dhoni (compressors, tanks etc.) in order to keep the noise away from the main boat when filling the tanks. It has toilet and shower and a platform for photo and video cameras.


Cabin

Manta Cruise has 9 guest cabins in total, it can welcome up to 18 guests:

All cabins have air conditioning, fan, ensuite bathroom, outlets for charging electrical devices, as well as storage closet.

2 Ocean View Suites:
Located on the upper deck, with one double bed, sofa sitting area and lots of seaview windows

1 Standard Double/Twin Cabin:
Located on the lower deck, with a double bed and a single bed, portholes.

2 Standard Double Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, with a double bed, portholes.

4 Standard Twin Cabins: Located on the lower deck, with two single beds, 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:Available with additional cost
  • 15L Tanks:Available with additional cost
  • REBREATHER Dive:Not available at the moment
  • Technical Dive:Not available at the moment yet
  • Dive Equipment Rental:Available with additional cost
  • Dive insurance:Divers must have valid dive insurance
  • Wi-Fi Internet : Available with additional charge
  • Laundry Service:Not available at the moment yet
  • Massage Service:Not available at the moment yet
  • Payment on board:Cash (USD/EUR) or credit cards
  • Crew Number:14, include 2 dive guides

Cabins & prices

From

$2,290

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
  • 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
  • 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
Facilities Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station, Fishing gear, Wi-Fi
Languages spoken English, French

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More details

Manta Cruise liveaboard dive trip in Central Maldives — check key facts at a glance: dates, ports, duration, cabin types and what is included. Jump to the FAQs below for pricing, certification and booking details.

DestinationCentral Maldives
BoatManta Cruise
DateDec 21, 2025 — Dec 28, 2025
Duration7 nights
DepartureMale
ArrivalMale
Cabin typesClassic Twin, Twin/Double, Premium Double, Premium Twin/Double
Boat capacity18 guests maximum

Frequently Asked Questions

From per person sharing. The price varies by cabin type and occupancy. Single supplement applies for solo travelers. Live pricing is shown on the booking page with no hidden fees.
Includes: airport and hotel transfers, full-board meals, soft drinks, diving (tanks, weights, weight belts), dive guide, land excursions, cabin towels, toiletries and boat accident insurance. Excludes: flights, marine park fees, fuel surcharge, equipment rental, nitrox, alcohol, dive insurance, gratuity.
Most Manta Cruise 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.
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.
Manta Cruise 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 current conditions.
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.
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 Manta Cruise departure runs from Dec 21 - Dec 28, 2025. 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.
Cabin options on this Manta Cruise 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.

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