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Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem Itinerary

Manta Madness 2 (DRV - MLE)

8 days / 7 nights

About Carpe Diem

  • Cruise the Maldives on an award-winning liveaboard designed by divers
  • A range of scheduled itineraries as well as full and half-charter bookings
  • Certificate of excellence for shark diving operations
  • Discover the world-famous channels and reefs of the Maldives, where sharks and mantas await

The first of its fleet, the Carpe Diem liveaboard offers both scheduled and chartered expeditions around the Maldives with action-packed itineraries. Boasting four beautifully designed decks, superb leisure facilities, and experienced and dedicated staff, Carpe Diem creates dream dive holidays at affordable prices. Divers enjoy a premier dive service based on experience and excellence, complemented by spacious, plush cabins, convenient camera facilities, and up to three dives per day at world-renowned Maldives dive sites with sharks and manta rays.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 17 - 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 35 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Dive in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll
  • Explore the plunging walls of Raa Atoll
  • Search for pelagics of all kinds in Rasdhoo Atoll
  • Swim with whale sharks at Maamigili, one of South Ari Atoll’s best sites
  • Experience some of the best channel diving in the Maldives at Vaavu
  • Observe grey reef shark cleaning stations at Kandooma Thila
Day 1:
On arrival at Velana International Airport, our friendly representative will accompany you to the domestic terminal. When you reach Dharavandhoo, our team will be there to assist you onto the vessel.

Check in at 12:30; you'll transition seamlessly to the vessel's comfort. Upon arrival, indulge in a welcome drink and delectable snacks.

Our dedicated team will conduct a comprehensive briefing on essential boat safety protocols, boat regulations, and the necessary diving registration. Following this, we'll assist you in preparing your dive gear for the adventures ahead. Should the majority of guests arrive later due to international flights, the check dive will be rescheduled for the next day.

Days 2-6:
Embark on three exhilarating dives every day around Baa, Raa, Rasdhoo, North Ari, South Ari, Vaavu, and South Male. These trips include a 1-night dive and a beach BBQ. Your diving adventure is also complemented by a satisfying buffet spread, including breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner. Night spent anchored in every atoll mentioned in route.

Day 7:
Taking into account your domestic flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organise either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

Day 8:
At 08:00 am, complete the check-out process as our team accompanies you to Velena International Airport, where your remarkable journey began. Depart with cherished memories and newfound dive companions, marking a lifetime of unforgettable experiences. 

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

12:30pm

Baa

Dharavandhoo Airport: DRV

Return

08:00am

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/carpe-diem/itn-2405200411111-manta-madness-2-drv-mle-