Description
Boat
Theia is a superior standard dive liveaboard with reasonable price and trustworthy team, it measures 32 meters in length and 9.41 meters in width. With powerful engines, it cruises at 10 - 12 konts per hour, and has 220-volt power on board. This beautiful liveaboard is designed to spoil onboard guests...
Theia was built in 2006 and it had a completely renovation in late 2010 and 2016, guests will comfort and luxury blended together to offering every one onboard an experience of a life time.
On the main deck, there is a spacious air conditioned lounge with a panoramic view, a bar, a flat screen TV, video, DVD, PlayStation 3 and a well stocked bookcase for entertainme. WiFi is available onboard, so you can keep on chatting with your loved ones even if you are at the sea.
Outside of the indoor lounge, there is an outdoor dining area, where the meals are served. The chef onboard will provide local delights and the freshest food onboard, breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard are a mix of Maldivian, continental and French cuisine. All meals are served buffet style. In the cooling atmosphere of the lounge, our resident bartender will serve up speciality drinks for all tastes.
Furthermore, on the upper deck has open air lounge areas both at the aft and the front, where guests can chat with thier dive buddies and share a drink or two while watching the sunset.
Finally, there is the sun lover’s paradise - the top sundeck, which features plenty of comfortable, cushioned lounging chairs, and there is the ‘Sky Bar’ where you can enjoy a drink while relishing the sea view. Here is where guests come for the sunbathing, enjoying an excellent view on the Maldivian islands, or watch the Maldives‘s starry sky!
Like all the other boars, all diving is done from the dive dhoni boat, which provide comfort and function at the same time. All the diving equipment, compressors and tanks stay in the dive dhoni during the cruise, in order to keep the noise away from the main boat when filling the tanks.
Cabin
Theia has 10 spacious guest cabins, it can welcome up to 20 guests.
All the cabins are equipped with silent air-conditioning, ensuite bathroom, safety deposit boxes, life jackets, storage area, power outlet with 220V.
3 Seaview Cabins :
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with two single beds side by side or one double bed, seaview windows.
1 Seaview Cabin :
Located on the upper deck, this cabin comes with one double bed and one single bed side by side, seaview windows.
1 Superior Cabin :
Located on the main deck, this cabin comes with two single beds with the possibility turn into a double bed, seaview windows.
1 Deluxe Cabin :
Located on the lower deck, this cabin comes with with a double bed or two single beds side by side, plus two extra bunk beds, portholes.
4 Standard Cabins :
Located on the lower deck, each cabin comes with one double bed and one single bed side by side, portholes.
Diving
- 8 days / 7 nights trip : 15 dives with min. 1 night dive
- 11 days / 10 nights trip : 21 dives with min. 1 night dive
- 12 days / 11 nights trip : 24 dives with min. 1 night dive
- 15 days / 14 nights trip : 31 dives with min. 1 night dive
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
- Divers need to be AOW level with min. 50 logged dives.
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 only (USD/EUR/MVR)
- Crew Number：10, include 2 - 4 dive guides
Itineraries
Central Route | 8D/7N
Day 1: Hulhumalé
Day 2: North Malé Atoll > Vaavu Atoll
Day 3: Vaavu Atoll > South Ari Atoll
Day 4: South Ari Atoll
Day 5: South Ari Atoll > North Ari Atoll
Day 6: North Ari Atoll
Day 7: North Ari Atoll > North Malé Atoll
Day 8: Check out - Hulhumalé
Central Route | 11D/10N
Day 1: Hulhumalé
Day 2: North Malé Atoll > South Malé Atoll
Day 3: South Malé Atoll > Vaavu Atoll
Day 4: Vaavu Atoll > Faafu Atoll
Day 5: Faafu Atoll > South Ari Atoll
Day 6: South Ari Atoll
Day 7: South Ari Atoll > North Ari Atoll
Day 8: North Ari Atoll
Day 9: North Ari Atoll > Rasdhoo Atoll
Day 10: Rasdhoo Atoll > North Malé Atoll
Day 11: Check out - Hulhumalé
North Route | 8D/7N
Day 1: Hulhumalé
Day 2: North Malé Atoll > Lhaviyani Atoll
Day 3: Lhaviyani Atoll
Day 4: Lhaviyani Atoll > Baa Atoll
Day 5: Baa Atoll
Day 6: Baa Atoll >North Malé Atoll
Day 7: North Malé Atoll
Day 8: Check out - Hulhumalé
North Route | 11D/10N
Day 1: Hulhumalé
Day 2: North Malé Atoll > Baa Atoll
Day 3: Baa Atoll
Day 4: Baa Atoll
Day 5: Baa Atoll > Raa Atoll
Day 6: Raa Atoll > Noonu Atoll
Day 7: Noonu Atoll > Lhaviyani Atoll
Day 8: Lhaviyani Atoll
Day 9: Lhaviyani Atoll > North Malé Atoll
Day 10: North Malé Atoll
Day 11: Check out - Hulhumalé
South Route | 12D/11N
Day 1: Hulhumalé
Day 2: North Malé Atoll > South Malé Atoll > Vaavu Atoll
Day 3: Vaavu Atoll > Meemu Atoll
Day 4: Meemu Atoll > Thaa Atoll
Day 5: Thaa Atoll > Daalu Atoll
Day 6: Daalu Atoll > Faafu Atoll > South Ari Atoll
Day 7: South Ari Atoll
Day 8: South Ari Atoll > North Ari Atoll
Day 9: North Ari Atoll
Day 10: North Ari Atoll > Rasdhoo Atoll
Day 11: Rasdhoo Atoll > North Malé Atoll
Day 12: Check out - Hulhumalé
Deep South Route | 15D/14N
Day 1: Hulhumalé
Day 2: North Malé Atoll > South Malé Atoll > Vaavu Atoll
Day 3: Vaavu Atoll > Meemu Atoll
Day 4: Meemu Atoll > Thaa Atoll > Laamu Atoll
Day 5: Laamu Atoll > North Gaafu Atoll
Day 6: North Gaafu Atoll > South Gaafu Atoll
Day 7: South Gaafu Atoll > Fuvamulah Atoll
Day 8: Fuvamulah Atoll > Gaafu Atoll
Day 9: Gaafu Atoll > Laamu Atoll
Day 10: Laamu Atoll > Thaa Atoll
Day 11: Thaa Atoll > Meemu Atoll
Day 12: Meemu Atoll > Vaavu Atoll
Day 13: Vaavu Atoll > South Malé Atoll
Day 14: South Malé Atoll > North Malé Atoll
Day 15: Check out - Hulhumalé
More
| Destinations | Central Maldives, North Maldives, South Maldives |
|---|---|
| Facilities | Nitrox support, Sidemount Friendly, Camera Station, Fishing gear, Wi-Fi |
| Languages spoken | Chinese, English, French |
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
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
- Maldives Green Tax - $6 per night
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive courses on board
- 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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