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Carpe Novo

Carpe Novo Itinerary

Deep North 2 (MLE) 10N

11 days / 10 nights

About Carpe Novo

  • Enjoy luxury and opulence onboard the largest Carpe Diem yacht
  • Dive the stunning reefs and channels of the Maldives, where sharks and manta rays congregate
  • Choose unique itineraries designed to take advantage of the changing seasons
  • Experience an award-winning dive service based on years of experience in the Maldives

The largest and newest of the Carpe Diem luxury fleet, the Carpe Novo liveaboard offers divers an award-winning liveaboard experience, with itineraries to the best diving sites in the Maldives. You’ll enjoy a premier dive service based on years of experience and excellence, complemented by luxury facilities and comfortable, stylish spaces. Divers can enjoy up to three dives per day at iconic Maldives dive sites teeming with healthy corals, tropical fish, sharks and epic manta ray action. Designed by divers, for divers, the opulent vessel and its exciting itineraries – as well as its passionate, expert and friendly crew – will exceed your expectations of a luxury Maldives liveaboard cruise.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives 26 - 27
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Dive in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll
  • Explore the plunging walls of Raa Atoll
  • Discover the small but stunning Shaviyani Atoll
  • Visit the grey reef sharks of Noonu
  • Experience the diverse diving of Lhaviyani Atoll
  • Encounter vibrant coral gardens teeming with colourful fish
  • Night dives included
Day 1:
On arrival at Velana International Airport, our friendly representative will accompany you to the vessel.

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.

The window for the check dive, scheduled between 15:30 and 16:30, allows you to acclimate and fine-tune your equipment. A sumptuous dinner awaits you around 18:45 to 19:00, offering a chance to relish mouthwatering cuisine and socialize with fellow participants. 

Days 2-9:
Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. One Beach BBQ and Night dive included in the trip.

We have come up with a unique routing that nobody else is doing yet, starting and ending in Male to avoid domestic flights. These will be the first trips conducted by us to the far north, and even though a lot of sites are known to us, there will be some exciting exploration of new sites during the trip as well.

The trip will take the guests away from other boat traffic, meaning you will be the only boat on most of the dive sites the further north we go. The north is characterized by beautiful reef formations and an abundance of fish life. The trip will have some great shark life as well as manta cleaning station sites and an exciting site with friendly green turtles. The trip will only be able to offer 3 dives a day.

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, complete the check-out process as our team accompanies you to Velana International. 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

02:00pm

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Return

08:00am

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/carpe-novo/itn-2311270220561-deep-north-2-mle-10n