Description
Boat
Maldives Grandezza is a 37 metres long double masted yacht with a beam of 8.5m, built in 2009, with a steel structure and is equipped with 2 powerful engines and 2 masts with 4 sails that allow to 13 knots of speed.
Maldives Grandezza has all the safety requirements that allowed it to be classified by the Italian Registration Body (RINA) and is an Ocean going vessel able to circumnavigate the Globe. It is equipped with the most modern navigation devices like Radar, 2 GPS, eco sounder, SSB, VHF, satellite communication system etc.
Maldives Grandezza features a beautiful spacious air conditioned salon with a TV/DVD, a photo editing computer, a stereo player and a bar. The indoor dining area and galley is adjacent to the salon, there is also an outdoor dining area. In the stern there is’ an outdoor area, covered with a large sofa and a table for photos and video amateur divers and an area for recharging equipment photos and videos.
In the upper deck there is spacious and comfortable sundeck with a removable sun protection, chaises lounges and chairs deck.
Maldives Grandezza will take you exploring through waters of azure lagoons, coral gardens bustling with multi colored marine life, snow white sandy beaches circling lush green patches of islands, caressing cool breezes of the Indian Ocean, breath taking sun sets, moonlit silvery nights and the serenity as a whole that would re-awaken the mind and soul.
Cabin
Maldives Grandezza has 10 comfortable guest cabins, it can sleeps up to 20 guests per trip.
All cabins individually controlled air conditioning and an en suite private bathroom.
6 Deluxe Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes one double bed (lower) and one single bed (upper) in bunk-style, portholes.
2 Standard Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with two single bunk beds, portholes.
2 Value Twin Cabins:
Located on the lower deck, this cabin type is smaller than the other cabins, each cabin comes with two single bunk beds, portholes.
Diving
- 17 dives per week, include 1 night, depends on conditions.
Only 2 dives will be provided on the day before departure.
No dive provided on the day of arrival and departure.
All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other Information
- Nitrox：Complimentary for certified divers
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional charge
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment yet
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional cost
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment
- Payment on board：Cash (USD/EUR/MVR)
- Crew Number：11, include 2 dive guides
Itineraries
Best of Maldives - Central Atolls
The Central Atolls itinerary takes you on a 7 day dive safari around some of the highlights of the underwater paradise that is the Maldives. You will spend your time travelling and diving around the North and South Male Atolls, Ari Atolls, Vaavu Atoll, and more.
Day 1
Check Dive: Kurumba House Reef, around Male
Anchorage: Guraidhoo (South Male’ Atoll)
Day 2
Dive 1 @ South Male Atoll
Dive 2 & Dive 3 @ Vaavu Atoll
Expect to see: big-eye trevally, tunas, barracudas, eagle ray, grey reef sharks, big green turtles, nurse sharks. different kinds of stingrays and giant trevallies
Anchorage: Alimatha (Vaavu Atoll)
Day 3
Dive 1 @ Vaavu Atoll
Dive 2 & Dive 3 @ South Ari Atoll
Expect to see: sharks, Moray eels, lion fish and nudibranchs, eagle rays, mobula mantas and whale sharks, White tip reef sharks, stingrays
Anchorage: Maamigili (South Ari Atoll)
Day 4
Dive 1 & Dive 2 & Dive 3 @ South Ari Atoll
Expect to see: Soft corals, gorgonian fan corals, blue striped snappers, turtles, Manta Rays, Napoleon Wrasse, Blue-Lined Snapper, Parrotfish, Raiydhigga
Barbecue at Raiydhigga island (South Ari Atoll)
Day 5
Dive 1 @ South Ari Atoll
Dive 2 & Dive 3 @North Ari Atoll
Gray reef, white tip sharks, barracuda, tuna, trevallies, shoals of fusiliers, turtles, napoleon wrasses, snappers, surgeon fish, Moray Eels, Octopus, Stone Fish, Angelfish and Clownfish.
Anchorage: Maya Fushi (North Ari Atoll)
Day 6
Dive 1 & Dive 2 & Dive 3 @ North Ari Atoll
Expect to see: Grey reef sharks, octopus, crustaceans, eagle ray, Big Eyed Jack, blue fish, batfish, Silver tip, white tip, eagle rays, barracudas, tunas, fusiliers, sweetlips, Mantas and other large pelagic
Anchorage: Rasdhoo (North Ari Atoll)
Day 7
Dive 1 & Dive 2 @ North Ari Atoll
Expect to see: Beautiful Reef and large pelagic
Anchorage: Kurumba / Hulhumale
8th Day
After breakfast, check out and drop to Male airport
PLEASE NOTE : This is a sample of the type of itinerary for this area of the Maldives and the planned dive sites and proposed route cannot be guaranteed. The weather can affect all the dives sites and the itinerary, final route and the decision to dive is at the absolute discretion of the captain and the dive guides.
More
| Destinations | Central Maldives, North Maldives, South Maldives |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Watersport equipment, Camera Station, Fishing gear, Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | English |
Schedules & routes
| Date | Duration | Destination | Departure - Arrival | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28/04/2024 to 05/05/2024 | 7 nights | Central Maldives | Male - Male | From $2,240.00 | Detail |
Prices & conditions
| Destination | Duration | Cabin | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maldives | 7 nights | Twin Value | From $2,240.00 |
| Central Maldives | 7 nights | From $2,340.00 | |
| Central Maldives | 7 nights | Deluxe | From $2,440.00 |
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Maldivian GST Tax 16%
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Nitrox fills
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Fuel surcharge
- Maldives Green Tax - $6 per night
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Use of Kayaks or/and SUPs
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Wi-Fi
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Central Maldives
Best time for diving
December to April, Central Maldives is suitable for diving year-round, these months are the Northeast dry season, and it's the time for best visibility and weather condition.
The visibility range between 20 - 40 meters year-round. And the currents are usually mild to intermediate. Diving depth range from 10 - 40 meters.
About temperatures
Air : range between 27°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : very stable and warm, range from 28°C - 30°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a dive Skin or 3 mm wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels, but to enjoy the best out of it, we recommend an AOW level with 30 dives.
You can find out more informations about diving in Central Maldives here : Central Maldives
Embarkation / Disembarkation
The embarkation / disembarkation for Central Maldives cruise will be in Malé, guests need to fly in/out to Velana International Airport (MLE).
Visa Requirements
A 30 days tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30. Please refer to Maldives Tourist Visa for details.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (Rf), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD or EUR.
Most travel-related costs will be billed in the major global currencies such as USD, EUR, as well as credit cards. The ATMs will only provide cash in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
Drones
Flying a drone is legal in the Maldives, but we recommend being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations. Please check Maldives Civil Aviation Authority for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
North Maldives
Best time for diving
June to November, North Maldives offers great diving all year, especially in the Far North Atolls, you can expect sunny skies most of the year. And in Hanifaru Bay, each year during June to November is the famous cyclone feeding, which is a rare and spectacular event where over 100 manta rays can feed together and create a chain which the head of each manta ray touches the tail of the manta in front. This creates a huge spiral of up to 200 mantas along with their fellow plankton feeders the Whale Shark.
About temperatures
Air : range between 27°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : very stable and warm, range from 27°C - 29°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a dive Skin or 3 mm wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels, but to enjoy the best out of it, we recommend an AOW level with 30 dives. For the Far North Atolls, currents can be strong with choppy wave action, we recommend only for experienced divers.
You can find out more informations about diving in North Maldives here : North Maldives
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation / disembarkation for North Maldives cruise (Baa atoll, Raa atoll, Lhaviyani, Noonu atoll) will be in Malé, guests need to fly in/out to Velana International Airport (MLE).
For the Far North Atolls (Shaviyani atoll, Haa Dhaalu atoll, Haa Alifu atoll), domestic flights / seaplane transfers are required for Haa Alif Atoll (HRF) or KHaa Dhaalu Atoll (HDK).
Visa Requirements
A 30 days tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30. Please refer to Maldives Tourist Visa for details.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (Rf), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD or EUR.
Most travel-related costs will be billed in the major global currencies such as USD, EUR, as well as credit cards. The ATMs will only provide cash in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
Drones
Flying a drone is legal in the Maldives, but we recommend being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations. Please check Maldives Civil Aviation Authority for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
South Maldives
Best time for diving
December to April offers the best visibility and sea conditions. Although short spells of heavy rainfall can be experienced during the summer months, but this region do offer good diving all year round.
About temperatures
Air : range between 28°C - 32°C year-round.
Sea : very stable and warm, range from 27°C - 29°C year-round.
Wetsuit Recommendation
We recommend a dive Skin or 3 mm wetsuit throughout the year.
Diver requirement
Suitable for divers have AOW level with good drift diving experience, as there can be strong currents in the channels surrounding the islands.
You can find out more informations about diving in South Maldives here : South Maldives
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most of the embarkation / disembarkation for South Maldives cruise (Meemu atoll, Thaa atoll, Felidhoo atoll) will be in Malé, guests need to fly in/out to Velana International Airport (MLE).
For the Deep South Atolls (Laamu atoll, Gaafu Alifu atoll, Huvadhoo atoll, Fuvahmulah, Addu atoll), domestic flights are usually required to Addu atoll (GAN), Gaafu Alifu atoll (GKK), Huvadhoo atoll (KDM) or Fuvahmulah (FVM). Longer trips like 2 weeks might depart or return to Male.
Visa Requirements
A 30 days tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30. Please refer to Maldives Tourist Visa for details.
Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers over the age of 9 months arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Maldivian Rufiyaa (Rf), all liveaboards accept cash payments in USD or EUR.
Most travel-related costs will be billed in the major global currencies such as USD, EUR, as well as credit cards. The ATMs will only provide cash in Maldivian Rufiyaa.
Drones
Flying a drone is legal in the Maldives, but we recommend being aware of and compliant with the drone regulations. Please check Maldives Civil Aviation Authority for details.
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
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