Sachika Itinerary
Northern HighLights11 days / 10 nights
About Sachika
- Unwind in the luxurious sun deck Jacuzzi, with panoramic views
- Superb 19-metre diving dhoni providing a spacious, stress-free day of diving
- Elegant Suite cabins with fantastic attention to detail and large ocean views
- Enriching underwater experiences with an onboard marine biologist
Sachika liveaboard is an award-winning motor yacht delivering luxury dive itineraries to the Maldives’ best dive sites. Providing a foundation of deluxe comfort and warm hospitality, plus plenty of elegant extras, this world-class vessel is a fantastic option for discerning guests. Sachika was specifically built for diving, and with all cruises directed by the onboard marine biologist, and plenty of first-class diving facilities, this vessel delivers the ultimate Maldivian experience.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives 25 - 27
Experience Open Water - Minimum 10 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Exceptional circular route diving the central and northern atolls
- Experience the diverse diving and dramatic wrecks of Lhaviyani Atoll
- Possibility of encountering manta rays
- Encounter the grey reef sharks and other pelagics in Rasdhoo Atoll
- Dive in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll
- Optional land tour to Male, the capital of the Maldives
Day 1:
Once onboard there will be a safety briefing, crew introduction, completion and checking of dive paperwork, cabin allocation and boat orientation. Our boats moor in port on arrival day, departing early the next morning.
Once onboard there will be a safety briefing, crew introduction, completion and checking of dive paperwork, cabin allocation and boat orientation. Our boats moor in port on arrival day, departing early the next morning.
Days 2-9:
The first dive is a check dive near the port. Following the first dive, we depart from Male port and commence the itinerary.
The first dive is a check dive near the port. Following the first dive, we depart from Male port and commence the itinerary.
A diverse marine mix of reef animals, hard and soft corals, abundant macro life, turtles, manta rays and various sharks awaits, where you can get up close at the cleaning stations without disturbing the locals.
North Male offers the renowned Lankan manta point, Kandu Oiy Giri (Fish factory) and the action-packed Finger point reef. North Ari offers one of the best-known dive sites, Fish Head. For a chance of regular grey reef shark sightings, it’s a visit to Rasdhoo Atoll in North Ari.
Although diving is not permitted in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hanifaru Bay, we are allowed to go in and snorkel with manta rays in the lagoon. We also take you to manta cleaning stations in North Male, Baa Atoll and Lhaviyani. Hopefully, these will give you sightings all week long. Of course, sightings cannot be guaranteed, but diving at this time means your chances are high.
Day 10:
On the last diving day, 1 dive is available in the morning whilst observing the rule of no diving within 24 hours of reaching altitude. We return to port at approximately 13.00 and moor here overnight. There is the option of an afternoon land visit to stretch your legs and escape the boat whilst in port. Evening-time: pack up diving equipment, and settle any outstanding bills.
On the last diving day, 1 dive is available in the morning whilst observing the rule of no diving within 24 hours of reaching altitude. We return to port at approximately 13.00 and moor here overnight. There is the option of an afternoon land visit to stretch your legs and escape the boat whilst in port. Evening-time: pack up diving equipment, and settle any outstanding bills.
Day 11:
Depart for the airport at 07.30 the following morning.
Depart for the airport at 07.30 the following morning.
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
11:30am
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Return
07:30am
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/sachika/itn-2303100122571-northern-highlights