Carpe Diem Itinerary
Deep North and Hanifaru (MLE - DRV)11 days / 10 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.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives 26 - 27
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Encounter mantas at Lankan Manta Point in North Male
- Discover the diverse diving and dramatic wrecks of Lhaviyani Atoll
- Visit the grey reef sharks of Noonu
- Discover the small but stunning Shaviyani Atoll
- Explore the plunging walls of Raa Atoll
- Dive in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll
- Experience feeding mantas at Hanifaru Bay
- Night dives included
Day 1:
Arrive at Velana International Airport approximately 15 minutes before the boat's departure timing, where a friendly representative will be waiting to guide you to the boat, all set for your departure.
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.
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 2-9:
Route: North Male' - Lhaviyani - Noonu - Shaviyani - Haa Halifu - Haa Daalu - Raa - Baa 10 Nights only
Diving Deep North offers an extraordinary underwater adventure, unveiling a diverse array of marine wonders across various atolls. In Lhaviyani Atoll, Manta cleaning stations and thrilling shark dives await, accompanied by encounters with graceful turtles. The underwater channels and cleaning stations provide a unique and vibrant marine environment.
Raa - Pinnacle dives and shark encounters add excitement to the exploration.
Baa Atoll boasts the renowned Hanifaru Bay, where the majestic presence of whale sharks and mantas captivates divers.
Shaviyani Atoll offers pinnacle dives amidst stunning coral reefs teeming with vibrant fish life.
Noonu Atoll promises encounters with sharks and captivating wall dives.
Haa Dhaalu reveals mesmerizing pinnacles, diverse reef dives, and an abundance of coral and fish life.
Finally, Haa Alif beckons with enticing pinnacles, cave dives, and the allure of underwater wrecks, promising a truly immersive diving experience in Deep North.
Diving Deep North offers an extraordinary underwater adventure, unveiling a diverse array of marine wonders across various atolls. In Lhaviyani Atoll, Manta cleaning stations and thrilling shark dives await, accompanied by encounters with graceful turtles. The underwater channels and cleaning stations provide a unique and vibrant marine environment.
Raa - Pinnacle dives and shark encounters add excitement to the exploration.
Baa Atoll boasts the renowned Hanifaru Bay, where the majestic presence of whale sharks and mantas captivates divers.
Shaviyani Atoll offers pinnacle dives amidst stunning coral reefs teeming with vibrant fish life.
Noonu Atoll promises encounters with sharks and captivating wall dives.
Haa Dhaalu reveals mesmerizing pinnacles, diverse reef dives, and an abundance of coral and fish life.
Finally, Haa Alif beckons with enticing pinnacles, cave dives, and the allure of underwater wrecks, promising a truly immersive diving experience in Deep North.
Day 10:
Taking into account your domestic flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organize either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.
Day 11:
At 08:00 am, complete the check-out process as our team accompanies you to Dhavarandhoo Airport. 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.
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
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Return
08:00am
Baa
Dharavandhoo Airport: DRV
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