Carpe Diem Itinerary
Reef, Rays and Hanifaru Bay6 days / 5 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
Highlights
- Dive into the most iconic sites of North Male
- Dive in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll
- Experience feeding mantas at Hanifaru Bay
On arrival at Velana International Airport, our friendly representative will accompany you to the domestic terminal. When you reach either Addu or Male, depending on your chosen route, 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 2-4:
Embark on three exhilarating dives every day around Baa-Raa-Baa-North Male. Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. The 5-night trip includes 1 night of fishing, a beach BBQ & a local island visit. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner. Night spent anchored in every atoll mentioned in the route. Experience the magic of Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO-protected marine area renowned for its incredible gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks. This itinerary includes one entrance to Hanifaru Bay, coordinated by the Carpe Diem team together with local rangers.
Possible dive sites: Baa - Raa - Baa - North Male.
Day 5:
Taking into account your 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 6:
At 08:00 am, complete the check-out process as our team accompanies you to Velana 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-2512180843071-reef-rays-and-hanifaru-bay