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MALDIVES 2029

November 5th - 12th, 2029

Experience one of the world’s most spectacular diving destinations aboard a luxury liveaboard.

Join us for an unforgettable week exploring the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives aboard the beautiful Maldives Master. Spend seven nights cruising through the famous Central Atolls while diving vibrant coral reefs, exhilarating channels, dramatic pinnacles, and thriving marine sanctuaries. From graceful manta rays and reef sharks to unforgettable whale shark encounters, every day offers the opportunity to experience some of the most celebrated diving on Earth.

Designed specifically for divers, the Maldives Master combines comfortable accommodations, outstanding service, and access to remote dive sites that simply cannot be reached from land-based resorts. 

Trip Snapshot
Destination Maldives, Central Atolls
Travel Dates November 5th – 12th 2029
Duration 7 Nights / 6 Days Diving
Boat Maldives Master
Trip Leader TBD
Diving Approximately 17 Boat Dives 
Recommended Certification Advanced, Nitrox & 30 dives Recommended
Package Food, beverages, fills (Nitrox Included), Dive Guides
Starting Price $3,549.95 per diver (Lower lvl)
$4074.95 per diver (Upper lvl)
Deposit $250 per person

Welcome to the Maldives

Scattered across the heart of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is made up of more than 1,000 coral islands grouped into 26 breathtaking atolls. While many travelers know the Maldives for its luxury overwater villas and white-sand beaches, divers know it for something even more extraordinary—some of the most exciting marine life encounters anywhere in the world.

A liveaboard is the ultimate way to experience the Maldives. Instead of returning to the same resort each evening, you’ll wake up at a new destination nearly every morning, allowing you to explore a wide variety of reefs, channels, pinnacles, and protected marine reserves throughout the Central Atolls. It’s an experience that simply can’t be matched by land-based diving.

Why Dive the Maldives?

The Maldives is consistently ranked among the world’s best scuba diving destinations, offering warm tropical waters, exceptional visibility, healthy coral reefs, and unforgettable encounters with pelagic marine life. Divers regularly encounter manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, schooling fish, and an incredible diversity of colorful reef life throughout the year.

Your itinerary explores the famous Central Atolls, including North and South Malé, Vaavu (Felidhu), Ari Atoll, and Guraidhoo Corner. These regions are known for exhilarating channel dives, thriving coral reefs, cleaning stations visited by manta rays, and some of the most reliable opportunities anywhere in the world to encounter whale sharks. Every dive offers something different, making the Maldives a destination that divers return to again and again.

About the Maldives

The Republic of Maldives is an island nation unlike anywhere else on Earth. Its coral atolls stretch across hundreds of miles of the Indian Ocean, creating a marine ecosystem that supports an astonishing diversity of life both above and below the surface.

Above the water, you’ll enjoy turquoise lagoons, brilliant white beaches, unforgettable sunsets, and the relaxed pace of island life. Below the surface, you’ll discover dramatic coral formations, colorful reef fish, graceful manta rays, schooling sharks, and breathtaking blue-water scenery that has made the Maldives one of scuba diving’s most iconic destinations.

Whether you’re searching for your first whale shark encounter, hoping to photograph manta rays in crystal-clear water, or simply looking to experience one of diving’s greatest bucket-list destinations, the Maldives delivers an adventure unlike any other.

Trip Details

Travel & Liveaboard

  • 7 nights aboard the Maldives Master
  • 42-meter (138 ft) custom-built luxury liveaboard
  • Full-board accommodations (shared occupancy)
  • Air-conditioned cabins with private en-suite bathrooms
  • Air-conditioned indoor lounge & bar
  • Outdoor jacuzzi
  • Four spacious sun decks
  • Ocean observation deck
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared airport transfers included (arrival & departure days)

Flight & Airline Information

  • Fly into Velana International Airport (MLE), MalĂ©.
  • Plan on arriving no later than November 4th for disembarkation on November 5th.
  • Airfare is not included
  • Triangle Dive Shop will provide recommended flights closer to departure
  • Shared airport transfers included on embarkation & disembarkation days from MLE.
  • Valid passport required
  • Tourist visa issued upon arrival for eligible travelers

Diving Activities & Information

  • 7-night / Central Atolls itinerary
  • Up to 3 dives daily
  • Dive North & South MalĂ©, Vaavu (Felidhu), Ari Atoll & Guraidhoo Corner
  • Manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks & abundant pelagic life
  • 11L cylinder with air included
  • Weights, weight belt & SMB included
  • Nitrox available ($250)
  • Rental equipment available
  • Required Certification: Advanced Open Water, Enriched Air Nitrox (recommended) & minimum 30 logged dives

Liveaboard Experience

  • Wake up at a new dive destination nearly every morning
  • Spacious indoor & outdoor relaxation areas
  • Chef-prepared buffet meals
  • Multiple sun decks for surface intervals
  • Camera station & dedicated camera rinse tank
  • Evening dive briefings
  • Floodlit stern often attracts plankton, manta rays & whale sharks after dark

Meal information

  • Full-board meal package included
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
  • Tea, instant coffee, drinking water & soft drinks included
  • Buffet-style dining
  • Western & Maldivian cuisine
  • Vegetarian options available
  • Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice

Expected Weather & Temps

  • Daytime air temperature: 84–88°F
  • Evening air temperature: 80–82°F
  • Water temperature: 82–84°F
  • Visibility: 60–100+ feet
  • Warm tropical conditions
  • 3 mm wetsuit or dive skin recommended

Liveaboard Amenities

  • Air-conditioned cabins
  • Private en-suite bathrooms
  • Indoor air-conditioned lounge
  • Bar
  • Outdoor jacuzzi
  • Four sun decks
  • Observation deck
  • Camera station & separate camera rinse tank
  • Charging stations
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Paid Wi-Fi

Local Information

  • Language: Dhivehi is the official language; English is widely spoken by tourism and liveaboard staff.
  • Currency: Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR); U.S. dollars are commonly accepted by resorts, liveaboards, and tourism businesses.
  • Credit Cards: Major credit cards are widely accepted onboard and throughout the tourism sector.
  • Time Zone: Maldives Standard Time is UTC+5.
  • Electricity: The Maldives uses 230V power. Plug types vary, so a universal travel adapter is recommended.
  • Drinking Water: Drinking water is included onboard. Guests should avoid drinking untreated local tap water.
  • Passport & Visa: A valid machine-readable passport is required. Tourist visas are issued on arrival for eligible travelers, and the required online Traveller Declaration must be completed within 96 hours before arrival.
  • Local Customs: The Maldives is a Muslim country. Modest clothing is expected when visiting inhabited local islands.
  • Alcohol: Alcohol is available for purchase aboard the liveaboard but should not be brought into the Maldives or carried onto local inhabited islands.
  • Cell Service: Local SIM cards are available at the airport, although coverage may vary while cruising between atolls.
  • Gratuities: Crew and dive-guide gratuities are not included; approximately 10% of the trip price is customary.
  • Required Onboard Charges: Maldives Green Tax, service charge, and applicable Goods and Services Tax are paid separately.

Recommended Purchases

  • Trip Insurance
  • Dive Accident Insurance
  • Surface marker buoy (SMB) and reel/spool
  • Dive computer
  • 3mm wetsuit or dive skin
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Underwater camera or GoPro setup
  • Small dry bag for the boat
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Lightweight rain jacket or packable windbreaker
  • Hat, sunglasses, and lightweight sun-protective clothing
  • Motion sickness medication, if you are prone to seasickness
  • Most of these items are available for purchase at Triangle Dive Shop before the trip.

Trip Investment

  • Diver Double Occupancy: $3,099 per person
  • Diver Single Occupancy: $3,999 per person
  • Non-Diver Double Occupancy: $2,799 per person
  • Deposit: $250 per person
  • Final Payment Due: August 1st, 2028
  • Gratuities and incidentals are not included.

Why Travel With Triangle Dive Shop?

When you travel with Triangle Dive Shop, you’re not just booking a vacation—you’re joining a community of divers who love exploring the underwater world together.

  • Hosted throughout the trip by an experienced Triangle Dive Shop trip leader
  • Friendly, welcoming groups of divers from across North Carolina
  • Assistance with trip planning before you leave
  • Equipment support before departure
  • Optional continuing education opportunities
  • Meet new dive buddies and build lasting friendships

* All trip information, pricing, schedules, and inclusions are subject to change without notice by the resort, dive operator, airlines, or other travel suppliers. Triangle Dive Shop will communicate any significant updates to registered travelers as they become available.