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Seafari Explorer 2

Seafari Explorer 2 Itinerary

Sharks and Mantas Expedition

15 days / 14 nights

About Seafari Explorer 2

  • Exciting week long itineraries through the Maldives’ central and southern atolls
  • Recently renovated interiors with plenty of room to relax between dives
  • Seasonal encounters with whale sharks and mantas, shark and turtles
  • Excellent facilities for divers with a dhoni, shaded dive deck, and free nitrox

Completely redesigned with divers in mind, the Seafari Explorer 2 liveaboard is one of the Maldives’ most modern and spacious vessels. Whether you're brand new to liveaboard diving or a seasoned pro, you'll love this boat's oversized cabins, generous common areas including an on-deck hot tub, delicious chef-prepared buffet meals, and world-class customer service. Plus, make the most of diver friendly details including a shaded deck, custom dhoni, free nitrox, above deck showers and fresh towels at the end of every dive. Maximise your time in the Maldives with this liveaboard's exciting itineraries exploring the very best of the atolls.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 15 days / 14 nights
Number of dives 32
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 50 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Celebrating the complete refurbishment of the vessel this unique expedition will be lead by the managers of Seasafari Maldives and Seasafari Egypt
  • Log dives both above and below the equator
  • Visit the manta cleaning stations of Rasdhoo
  • Dive the shark-filled channels of Vaavu
  • Fully explore both North and South Ari Atolls
  • Experience the Tiger sharks, Thresher sharks, Oceanic mantas, Whale sharks and other pelagic fauna of Fuvahmulah atoll
  • Enjoy a BBQ on a deserted island
  • Night dive included
Day 1:
Group transfer from the Airport to the ship. After a nice Welcome briefing by the Cruise Director, cabin allocation and ship orientation will take place. Guests can familiarize themselves with the vessel, set up equipment, and get comfortable.

Days 2-14:
A tour designed by our team of local experts to offer you the best of the Maldives in 13 days. On this cruise you will dive the atolls of North Male, South Male, Ari, Vaavu, Meemu, Thaa, Laamu, Gaafu Alifu, Foammulah, and Seenu. A unique itinerary that features some of the best diving in the Maldives, with a range of sites that will delight all marine life lovers. 

Sunrise: Tea, coffee, and the first dive (depending on the tide and the site)
8.30 am: Continental & local breakfast
9.30-10.30 am: Navigation
10.30 am: Some days the first or second dive
12.30 pm: Lunch with fresh fish, vegetables, rice, fruit, and local or international food
2 pm: Navigation or second dive
4 pm: island hopping for well-deserved rest. Sunset: Night Dive (1 per week)
6.30 pm: Relaxing. Bar opening!
8 pm: Dinner: usually fresh fish and traditional Maldivian cooking and international cuisine. Evening «under the stars»: presentation of the fauna of the Indian Ocean.

Snorkeling sessions with manta rays are planned in secret places.

Day 15:
Check-out, and group transfer to the airport.

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

04:00pm

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Return

08:00am

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/seafari-explorer-2/itn-2010220907271-sharks-and-mantas-expedition