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Maldives LiveAboard & Island Spa Resort (10th April – 18th April 2026)
Central Atolls
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£3245.00
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Overview
An incredible 7 day itinerary in the stunning Maldives with 7 nights on the Sachika LiveAboard followed by a second week at the Kuredu Island Resort & Spa.
As with all Blue Ocean Diving trips, you need to be qualified as at least PADI Advanced Diver or equivalent to enrol on the trip. Fear not if you haven't quite completed this certification yet. We offer you the option to book to complete this training during the first few days of the trip.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Return airfare London to Male on Emirates via Dubai
- 7 nights aboard Sachika for the Best of the Central Atolls itinerary
- 17 scheduled dives included with extras offered on board with NITROX included
- Beach bbq and sandbar cocktail evenings
- Transfers and Maldivian Green and Bed taxes included
- Add On: 7 nights at Kuredu Island Resort in a Beach Bungalow all inclusive plus : diving package and accommodation upgrades available : sea plane transfers included
DIVING IN THE MALDIVES
Widely regarded as one of the world’s most fascinating scuba diving destinations with hundreds of unique diving sites for enthusiastic scuba divers to explore; The Maldives offer a myriad of possibilities for amazing scuba diving holidays. There are so many dive sites to explore that even divers who live here full-time never get to see all the underwater marvels of the Maldives, so those visiting these magical islands hungry for varied scuba diving experiences, will never be disappointed.
The Maldives have some outstandingly beautiful coral reefs, but it’s the abundance and colourfulness of fish life that can be found throughout the atolls that sets these blessed islands apart from other scuba diving destinations in the world.
And it is due to the myriad channels and passages between the atolls, that the currents sweep and play throughout the island chain so that nutrients for colourful species are always on the move.
This accounts for the vast numbers of fish enjoying the passing feast and divers can expect to spot Napoleon wrasse, parrotfish, snappers, barracudas, jacks and sweetlips in every site where the water flows.
In the channels there are caves, caverns and overhangs to explore, all teeming with soft corals, and there is a riot of colourful sponges, invertebrates and gorgonian fans all profiting from the nutrient-rich water.
There are also plenty of cleaning stations where cleaning wrasses and shrimps service the larger marine species.
Inside the atoll lagoons one can often find pinnacles of rock vaulting up almost to the surface. These are known locally as ‘Thilas’ and are often bejewelled with sessile life forms. These formations bring water up from the ocean floor against their walls, feeding the sponges and soft corals that cling to its sides as well as creating an environment that supports a plethora of crustaceans and schools of resident fish.
Slightly removed away from the reefs, divers are likely to encounter the pelagics that frequent the Maldives, including manta rays, eagle rays and a variety of sharks including the mighty whale shark.
Wherever you look there is likely to be something of interest going on and for many it is in the shallows where the best of the action takes place.
Here the clear water, brightly illuminated by the sun’s rays and playing host to great numbers of fish, provides an ideal environment both for photographers and scuba divers alike.
For scuba diving there are two distinct seasons in the Maldives, the North East Monsoon which runs from December through to April during the Maldivian summer and the South West Monsoon which runs from May to December and during which the focus is shifted to diving on the western side of the atolls.
Both seasons offer equally amazing and different diving opportunities. On both seasons water temperatures remain fairly consistent and warm at a temperature of around 27° – 30°C.
PRICING
From £3245 per person based on double occupancy in standard or double cabin
Cabin options :
Standard Cabin : 2 twins or 2 doubles : 2 available
Double Cabin : 1 double + 1 single : 4 available
Lower Deck Jr Suite : + £150 per person : 1 double + 1 single : 1 available
Upper Deck Suite : + £200 per person : four poster double : 3 available
Liveaboard plus Kuredu Island Add on:
from £5275 per person - all inclusive plus in a Beach Bungalow
£745 non-refundable deposit to secure space.
Quarterly payment plan of £500 due Jan-Apr-July-October 2025
Final balance due Jan 2026 - 3 months pre-trip.
FLIGHT DETAILS :
for illustration only, flights to be confirmed when available
Friday 10 April 2026 : Emirates via Dubai
departing : London Gatwick at 18:20 (GMT)
arriving : Male at 09:40+1/next day (GMT+5) on Saturday 11 April 2026
Saturday 18/25 April 2026 : Emirates via Dubai
departing : Male at 11:30 (GMT+5)
arriving : London Gatwick at 17:50 (GMT)
details : checked baggage allowance of 23kg with 10kgs hand luggage
LIVEABOARD :
Sachika Liveaboard : Male, Maldives
check in : Saturday 11 April 2026
check out : Saturday 18 April 2026
details : standard cabin (twin or double), full board basis (buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner) with soft drinks, tea, coffee, water and juices.
DIVING :
details : 17 scheduled dives with NITROX included for certified divers.
KUREDU ISLAND RESORT ADD-ON:
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS :
Kurdedu Island Resort : Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives
check in : Saturday 18 April 2026
check out : Saturday 25 April 2026
details : Exclusive upgrade to All inclusive Plus board basis in selected accommodation.
UPGRADES & EXTRAS : (as of August 2024)
Airline upgrades : we can arrange for a higher class of seating and/or extra baggage. Please contact us for pricing and availability.
Liveaboard extras : cabin upgrades, additional dives offered on board, equipment rental, alcoholic drinks, private island bbq fee $5USD, wifi for $25USD, mandatory service surcharge of $100USD per person per week designated by the Maldivian Government which replaces tip, will be added to your room bill at the end of the week. Additional tips are at your discretion. The liveaboard will accept $USD or MasterCard and VISA with a 4% fee.
BOOKING DETAILS :
To book this trip contact Blue Ocean Diving at scuba@blueoceandiving.co.uk or 01622 212 022
Any change in pricing due to flight availability or other circumstances will be disclosed and discussed at time of booking.
Tickets and full travel documentation for group travel will be issued to all passengers 2 weeks prior to departure. All passengers will receive confirmation of their booking and receipt for deposit or any payment immediately after processing along with an ATOL certificate.
Passenger names as listed on passport, together with passport number and expiry date, date of birth and nationality is required for each passenger travelling before final documents can be distributed.
Book online now at the top of the page.
Alternatively, pop into the Dive Centre, call us on 01622 212 022 or contact us via email at scuba@blueoceandiving.co.uk.
How to Book:
Book online now at the top of the page.
Alternatively, pop into the Dive Centre, call us on 01622 212022 or contact us via email at scuba@blueoceandiving.co.uk.
All online bookings are provisional and subject to availability.
Payment is to be made by online card transaction by Global Payments PayLink.
We will contact you by telephone within 48 hours to confirm your booking and process your payment.
Additional Information:
All payments are non-refundable & non-transferable.
Holiday insurance is recommended from time of booking in case of cancellation.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for all Dive Club Holidays.
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