Sep 16 2010

Last Minute Price on Black Pearl Liveaboard

Hurry and take advantage of this extremely special price on the Black Pearl liveaboard.

50% OFF – JUST US$588 FOR 7 NIGHTS

September 20 – 27, depart from Male.

Just US$588 for 1 male guest on a 7 night diving safari on the comfortable and stylish Black Pearl in the Maldives.

NO on board charges appears.

Please contact us if you have any questions or would like to book!

Comfortable & Stylish Black Pearl Liveaboard

Check-in & Check–out:

Please check in for cruise no later than 14:00 in Male on Sep 20th and check out by 10:00 on Sep 27th.  Please take these times into account when booking flights to and from the Maldives.

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Sep 14 2010

Maldives Liveaboard Holiday – Special Prices on Stingray

Book your Maldives diving holiday now or contact us today!

The Stingray Liveaboard is not only an extremely comfortable scuba diving liveaboard, but affordable as well, a combination which attracts divers from all over the world.

MS Stingray – Maldives Liveaboard

Stingray is a solid wooden boat and combines traditional Maldivian boat-building with modern engineering. 9 comfortable cabins (4 with double and 5 with twin beds) are all equipped with air conditioning and en-suite hot-water showers. All cabins offer external portholes.

The Stingray’s attentive crew will pay close attention to your safety and comfort throughout the duration of your Maldives diving holiday. Nitrox is available for certified Nitrox divers, and Padi/NRC Nitrox courses are available on board upon request.

If you want to see the best Maldives dive sites and Maldives marine life under the guidance of experts, MS Stingray is the right Maldives liveaboard for you!

Special Prices on Maldives Diving Holidays aboard the MS Stingray

The following offers are valid for all bookings made September 3rd and onwards:

MS Stingray Maldives Diving Holiday – October 10 – 20, 2010

October 10 – 20: 10 nights for the price of 9 – only USD $1,512 per person

MS Stingray Maldives Diving Holiday – December 8 – 15, 2010

December 8-15: s 7 nights for the price of 6 – only USD $1,260 per person

MS Stingray Maldives Diving Holiday – December 15 – 22, 2010

December 15-22: 7 nights for the price of 6 – only USD $1,260 per person

Check-in and check–out in Male:

Please check in for the Maldives liveaboard cruise no later than 14:00 in Male on the cruise start date. Check out is 10:00 on the final day of the Maldives diving cruise.

***Please take these times into account when booking flights to and from the Maldives.***

Services Included in Special Priced Maldives Holiday

• Airport “meet-and-greet” on arrival day’s until noon.
• Transfers to and from the boat (before noon on arrival and departure days only)
• Accommodation in air-conditioned rooms, en-suite shower (hot water), towels and daily room cleaning
• Full board meals
• Tea, coffee and chilled water (from water dispenser) are available free of charge at all times
• Snacks are served after afternoon dive (fresh coconut, cookies, cake)
• Tanks: 12lt aluminium DIN/INT, lead belts, security balloon, extra diving boat, instructor and   dive guide (Padi)
• Local-style fishing gear and escorted snorkelling
• Island visits and picnic/BBQ on an uninhabited island (depending on weather and availability)
• Sightseeing and shopping in the Maldivian capital city of Male on last evening
• 17 dives (including check dive and one night dive) are offered on a 7-day cruise
• 35 dives (including check dive and two night dives) are offered in a 14 night cruise

Book your Maldives diving holiday now or contact us today!

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Sep 14 2010

JUST ANNOUNCED – Amazing Last Minute Baa Atoll Cruise

Magnificent Maldives Dive Trip with Whale Shark Biologists!

Unique safari departs August 30th – 14-night trip $2,590 per person (includes fuel surcharge and marine biologist fee)

Upon arrival in the Maldivian capital Male (the most densely populated piece of land on the planet) the crew will meet and transfer you to your home, away from the hustle and bustle of life, for the next two weeks – The Black Pearl. There you’ll meet the rest of your Maldivian crew and the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme (MWSRP) marine biologists.

Whale Shark Research Biologists will be Present on the Cruise

After chilling out and settling in, no time will be wasted in getting you in the water! An orientation dive will take place in North Male before you begin your journey north, through the idyllic coral chain of islands to Baa Atoll.

Reserve your space on this one-of-a-kind cruise today!

During the evening, the MWSRP biologists will formally introduce themselves and deliver a presentation about the organisation’s work and provide a short briefing about animal encounter conduct. The next day your dives will begin! Rasfaree Outside and Voshimas Thila, where grey reef sharks, green and hawksbill turtles and other wonders of the ocean will be awaiting you in the warm crystal clear tropical water. afternoon will bring the channel crossing to Baa Atoll – drawing you ever closer to some of the most extraordinary dive sites in the world.

Explore the Stunning Coral Reefs of the Baa Atoll

Gather Incredible Knowledge from Marine Biologists

During evenings onboard the Black Pearl, the marine biologists will discuss with you the importance of the precious ecosystem through interactive presentations and conversations. You will also be given the opportunity to become involved in the research – taking photographs, monitoring behaviour and distuinguishing features, measuring animals (where possible), sexing, logging GPS coordinates, etc – and recording all of the data in one of the most comprehensive whale shark databases in the world. You’ll be introduced to and given the chance to use I3S, the spot pattern recognition software, originally developed by NASA and used to identify whale sharks and manta rays through their unique spot patterns. The biologists will be with you 24/7 giving you every opportunity to gain answers to those questions you have always wanted to ask.

The Black Pearl is the Perfect Liveaboard for a Dive Safari in the Maldives

Reserve your space on this one-of-a-kind cruise today!

Your dive locations will vary depending on wind and weather conditions. Please see the list of sites below for the scheduled dive sites. However, nothing is set in stone. If you particularly like a certain spot we may stay for another dive… or two.

Experience the Magic of Hanifaru Bay!

For example, Hanifaru! The lagoon is a natural phenomenon where you will almost certainly want to stay. Arrival will be scheduled for the best tide times to ensure the best chance of witnessing the manta ray feeding frenzy at is climax.

Dive Sites: Anga Faru, Dhigali Haa, Rangali Faru, 12.5 Thila, Maavaru Kandu, Muthaafushi House Reef (Night Dive ), Dharavandhoo thila, Milaidhoo Outside, Blue hole, Dhe Gaa Thila, Neli Varu, Don Fan thila, Blue Hole, Cake, Outside Reef, Udoodhoo West, Ranfaru, Hurualhi Corner, Kihaa Rock, Vadhoo Corner, Kihaadhoo Thila, Aidhoo Channel, Iru caves,…

Dive with Grey Reef Sharks in the Baa Atoll

Day 13: Unfortunately, is the beginning of the end of your experience with the Black Pearl crew and MWSRP. The channel crossing voyage will begin… but don’t worry! You’ll sneak one last dive in at Lankan Manta point, where chances are you’ll get one last ‘manta ray fix’ before departing the incredible environment of the Republic of Maldives.

Reserve your space on this one-of-a-kind cruise today!

Day 14: Your crew will transfer you to Male airport for your departure where you can dream of your unforgettable experience over the past two-week experience.

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Sep 14 2010

Maldives Dive Travel Facebook Fans Reach 5,000

MALE, Maldives, July 20, 2010.  Maldives Dive Travel Facebook fans have been jumping on board throughout the last year and there are now 5,080 as of July 20. As the leading provider of liveaboard scuba diving holidays in the Maldives, Maldives Dive Travel’s position as one of the most popular Maldives-related Facebook pages demonstrates the company’s success as a tourism company in the area.

Maldives Dive Travel Offers Luxury Liveaboard Dive Safaris

Maldives Dive Travel’s presence on Facebook began in 2009 and has been expanding rapidly “This has been an incredible year,” said Mona Sutherland, PR Manager for Maldives Dive Travel. “We are so excited about the number of people who are interested in Maldives Dive Travel!”

One of the reasons for Maldives Dive Travel’s success, both on and off Facebook, is the Best Price Guarantee.  Thanks to the volume of scuba diving holidays managed by Maldives Dive Travel, they are able to offer the most competitive prices in the industry and in case a customer finds a better deal out there with another provider, Maldives Dive Travel will beat that price.  Customers just need to send in proof of the quote from the competitor.

The Stunning Beaches are a Major Attraction of the Maldives

Maldives Dive Travel’s presence on Facebook seeks to introduce people to the stunning beauty of the Maldives, to the vacation opportunities that exist there and to spread the word about this world-class scuba diving destination.  The company uses the Facebook page to let friends know about upcoming special offers, interesting happenings and to share high-quality photos and videos, which serve to further interest the user in a diving holiday in the Maldives.

At present, Maldives Dive Travel is promoting a series of special whale shark diving trips that are happening this summer.  The routes of these diving safaris are planned to coincide with the movement patterns of the amazing whale shark, allowing divers the opportunity to jump in and swim with the majestic creatures between their dives.  The Maldives is one of the few destinations in the world where you have good chances of seeing a whale shark year-round.

Whale Shark Trips are Popular in the Maldives

The other big draw of diving in the Maldives at the moment is the amazing “manta ray feeding frenzy” which occurs between July and September in Hanifaru Bay each year.  The phenomenon was featured in National Geographic magazine last year and has since been attracting many keen divers who are curious to see the enormous manta rays in this fascinating performance.

Maldives Dive Travel is a travel agent offering scuba diving liveaboard holidays in the Maldives.  For information and updates go to maldivesdivetravel.com or visit the Facebook page.

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Sep 14 2010

Whale Shark Dive Trips 2010

Maldives Whale Shark Trips – Summer 2010

Is swimming with whale sharks something you’ve always wanted to do, but never had the chance?  Have you seen whale sharks in the wild before while scuba diving/snorkeling, but you’re dying for another opportunity to swim with them?  Now is your chance!  Maldives Dive  Travel is offering a wide selection of whale shark safaris this summer, so there’s bound to be one to suit your schedule and budget.  The following scuba diving safaris all depart from the city of Male, the capital of the Maldives.  Prices include accommodation, meals and diving.

Whale Shark Trips with Maldives Dive Travel in 2010

Maldives Whale Shark Dive Trips 2010

• Stingray : August 17 – 24.  7 nights. USD $1,176
  Baa Atoll / Hanifaru
• Black Pearl: August 30 – September 13.  14  nights.  USD $2,590.
  Hanifaru Whale Shark / Manta Ray safari with Marine Biologist on board
• Black Pearl: September 13 – 20.  7 nights.  USD $1,295.
  Mamingili Beyru Whale Shark Safari with Marine Biologist on board
• Stingray: September 15 – 22.  7 nights. USD  $1,176.
  Baa Atoll, Hanifaru
• Theia: August 2 – 9. 7 nights. USD  $1,344.
  Baa Atoll, Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll
• Theia: August 9-16. 7 nights. USD $1,344.
  Baa Atoll Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll
• Theia: August 16-23, 7 nights. USD $1,344
  Baa Atoll Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll
• Theia: August 23-30. 7 nights, USD $1,344
  Baa Atoll Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll
• Theia: August 30 – September 6. 7 nights. USD $1,344
  Baa Atoll Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll
• MV Orion: September 3 – 13,  10 nights USD $1,990
  Baa Atoll Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll
• Theia: September 6-13. 7 nights, USD 1.344
  Baa Atoll Hanifaru, Ari  and North Male Atoll

All cruises on Theia are subject to the following surcharges on board: USD $8 p.p./p.n. obligatory Maldivian tourism tax + USD $14.50  fuel surcharge per person per night.

Please Note (valid for all boats):
Travelling to Baa Atoll and back requires adequate weather conditions and is subject to change. Prices are per person, per cruise in a standard cabin full board accommodation inclusive all dives.  On many of the boats, upgrades to other cabins are available at a cost.

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Sep 14 2010

Shark Diving Trips in the Maldives

Shark Diving Trips on Liveaboards in the Maldives

When you think about taking a shark diving trip, the Maldives might not be the first place you think of.  Perhaps you’ll think more of South Africa, Australia or maybe California.  If you’re looking for man-eating sharks, the Maldives is definitely not the best place for a shark diving trip, but if you simply crave the experience of swimming with a variety of some of the most beautiful sharks in the world, the Maldives could be an ideal choice for your next shark diving trip.

Grey Reef Sharks at Guraidhoo Corner Dive Site

Varieties of Sharks to be seen on a Shark Diving Trip in the Maldives

When taking a shark diving trip to the Maldives, there is a wide selection of sharks that can be seen.  The highlight of any diving trip to the Maldives is the enormous whale shark, the largest fish in the world.  Whale sharks can reach lengths of up to 40 feet, although the most common are around 20 feet.  Whale sharks are very impressive creatures to dive or snorkel with, and thanks to the fact that they are generally very friendly creatures, you don’t have to worry about shark attacks.  During your shark diving trip to the Maldives, you can also expect to see grey reef sharks, white tip reef sharks and leopard sharks.  Most of these sharks can be seen close to the reef at the many spectacular dive sites throughout the Maldives, except for the whale shark, which is most commonly seen in the open water around the Ari Atoll.

Whale Sharks Can Be Seen on Shark Diving Trips in the Maldives

Planning a Shark Diving Trip to the Maldives

The best way to enjoy a shark diving trip to the Maldives is to book a liveaboard scuba diving holiday.  A diving liveaboard holiday means you spend between 3 and 14 nights on a liveaboard boat, which travels around the Maldives, stopping at a selection of the best dive sites in the country.  The sites you visit and the sharks you will see depend on the time of year at which you take your shark diving trip, but the climate of the Maldives means that you have great chances of seeing sharks at any time of year.

Shark Diving Trips on Liveaboards in the Maldives

Shark Diving Trip Prices

Prices for liveaboard diving trips in the Maldives usually cost around USD $170 per person per night.  This rate includes your accommodation, all meals and all dives.  On the whole, most diving cruises include 2 or 3 dives each day.  Equipment rental is not included in this price, and neither are alcoholic drinks, which are available from the bars on each of the liveaboards.  For more information, and to reserve your space on a shark diving trip in the Maldives, contact Maldives Dive Travel today.

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Sep 14 2010

Summer Holidays 2010 in the Maldives

Summer Holidays 2010 Diving in the Maldives

Are you still undecided on what to do for your 2010 summer holidays?  Have you thought about a scuba diving holiday in the Maldives? A diving holiday in the Maldives is a great experience and is something that can be enjoyed by all the family.  There are several different ways to enjoy your 2010 summer holidays in the Maldives, but our favourite way is by taking a scuba diving safari on a liveaboard ship and exploring the many islands and atolls of the glorious Maldives.

Special Offers on 2010 Summer Holidays in the Maldives

There are several excellent summer holiday special offers available at the moment with Maldives Dive Travel.  These vary in price and style so there’s something to suit every taste and budget.   The following are our top 5 picks for 2010 summer holidays in the Maldives:

1. Hanifaru Bay on Theia – July 19-26

Manta Ray Feeding Frenzy at Hanifaru Bay

Hanifaru Bay is home to one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in the world, especially when it comes to scuba diving attractions. The spectacular “Manta Ray Feeding Frenzy” can be seen here only during the months of July, August and September – and stunning liveaboard Theia can take you there at a great deal.

Book your space on Theia’s Hanifaru Bay Cruise for only $1,344 per person for a 7-night cruise.

2010 Summer Holiday on Theia

2. Dream Catcher II Special Last Minute Deal – July 12 – 19

Dream Catcher II, one of the most luxurious liveaboards in the Maldives is offering a special last-minute deal where you pay for 6 nights and get the 7th night free for several dates throughout July.  This popular offer has sold quickly, but there are still some places available on the July 12th departure.  This cruise will visit some of the best dive sites in the Maldives and divers will hopefully experience some of the main attractions of Maldives diving - the whale shark and manta ray.

Book your space now on Dream Catcher II for just $1,295 including all diving and meals

Summer Holidays 2010 on Dream Catcher II

3. Great Value Short Trip on Black Pearl – August 25 – 30

If you just want to take a short diving safari, perhaps in conjunction with a Maldives resort stay, you should consider this 5-night cruise on Black Pearl for just $840 per person, including all meals and diving.    The Black Pearl is a traditional-style Maldivian liveaboard but it also offers all the modern conveniences and creature comforts you need to ensure a safe and exciting diving safari in the Maldives.

Book your space on this Black Pearl safari for just $840 per person!

Black Pearl Liveaboard Holidays

4. LAST MINUTE SPECIAL!!! HURRY!!! MV Orion Diving Adventure – June 23 – 30

This very last minute deal allows you to experience the magic of the South Male, North Male and Ari Atolls from the comfort of the stunning MV Orion liveaboard.  Divers will experience what has been referred to as “Business-Class Scuba Diving” as they cruise around these incredible atolls, stopping off at many of the finest dive sites in the world.  Expect manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, stunning coralscapes and pristine white sand beaches.  The Maldives is waiting for you!!!

Book your space on the 7-night MV Orion special for $1,197 per person!

MV Orion Super Special Offer

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Sep 14 2010

Special Price Diving Holiday in the Maldives

MV Orion Scuba Diving Holiday Special

MV Orion has just announced a very special price on a June diving holiday in the Maldives.  This is going to be a superb scuba diving adventure which departs Male on June 23rd and cruises to the North Male, Ari and South Male Atolls of the Maldives.

Guests on this cruise will pay for 6 nights and get the 7th night free – only  USD $1,197 per person!

MV Orion Liveaboard

MV Orion Liveaboard

The MV Orion is one of the Maldives’ most luxurious scuba diving liveaboards, offering business-class accommodation to 22 guests throughout 11 cabins.  The cabins are spread over two decks, and each have a private ensuite bathroom.  There are nine standard cabins, one junior suite and one master suite, which boasts a private 2-person Jacuzzi and private balcony.

Cruise the Maldives with MV Orion this June

Diving around the North Male, Ari and South Male Atolls

The diving in the Maldives is world-class, and the North Male, South Male and Ari Atolls are home to some of the finest dive sites in the country. World-class dive sites in these areas include Gangehi Kandu at Ari Atoll, a great place for spotting a variety of sharks including grey reef sharks and leopard sharks.  In South Male Atoll, Kandooma Thila – known for spectacular coral formations and intense varieties of fish – is one you will not want to miss and in North Male Atoll, Kuda Haa will not disappoint.  Macro-enthusiasts will be delighted here as they discover a wealth of nudibranchs, leaf fish and flatworms amid schools of snapper, tuna and lionfish.

MV Orion Dive Safari Route Planner

MV Orion Maldives Special Offer

Take advantage of this great special offer and enjoy an amazing dive safari of the Maldives this June.  The cruise departs on June 23rd for a 7-night adventure, but you will only pay for 6 nights!  All dives, including Nitrox diving, are included in the price, as well as your accommodation, all meals and non-alcoholic drinks.  The fully-stocked bar will be serving up a selection of icy cold beers, cocktails and wines, which will be charged at the end of your trip. Total price: USD $1,197 per person. To reserve your space on this fantastic holiday, contact Maldives Dive Travel today… spaces are limited and with an offer like this, they’re bound to fill up quickly!

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Sep 14 2010

Hanifaru Bay Dive Trips 2010

Dive Hanifaru 2010!

Summer 2010 is approaching quickly and with it come many new opportunities to dive with manta rays and whale sharks in the incredible Hanifaru Bay dive site in Baa Atoll, the Maldives.  Hanifaru Bay has sprung to fame in recent years after being featured in the National Geographic Magazine.  As shown in the documentary, Hanifaru is the setting for a spectacular natural phenomenon known as a manta ray “feeding frenzy”, during which up to 200 manta rays and up to a dozen whale sharks gather together to feed voraciously on the massive amounts of plankton found in Hanifaru Bay during the months of August and September each year.

Reserve your space on a magical dive safari of Hanifaru Bay today!

Manta Ray Feeding Frenzy at Hanifaru Bay in the Maldives

Maldives Dive Travel Hanifaru Safaris

Maldives Dive Travel is off offering several Baa Atoll dive safaris for 2010, which will include a visit to Hanifaru Bay, weather permitting.  These dive safaris are available on either Theia liveaboard or MV Orion Liveaboard.

Theia Dive Safaris to Hanifaru

Theia Dive Safaris to Hanifaru Bay

Theia, the brand new luxury liveaboard, launched in Februrary 2010, has several 7-night dive safaris of the Baa Atoll and the North Male Atoll, home to some of the Maldives’ finest dive sites including Lion’s Head, Okobe Thila and Banana Reef, to name a few.

Theia departs Male on the following dates for this amazing Hanifaru Bay scuba safari:

July 19 – 26 | August 2 – 9 | August 9 – 16 | September 6 – 13.  The price for the safari is USD $1,344 per person which includes 2 or 3 dives each day, all meals and accommodation.

MV Orion Dive Safari to Hanifaru Bay

MV Orion Cruises to Hanifaru Bay

MV Orion, another of the Maldives’ most luxurious liveaboards, is also offering safaris that will visit Hanifaru as well as sites in the Baa Atoll, Ari Atoll and North and South Male Atolls.

Space is extremely limited for this special Hanifaru Bay dive safari, which departs Male on September 3 for a 10-night trip.  The cost of the trip is USD $1,990 per person which includes all meals, accommodation and 2 or 3 dives each day.

Don’t miss out on this scuba adventure of a lifetime.  Contact Maldives Dive Travel today to find out more and reserve your space.

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Sep 14 2010

New Year Cruise of the Maldives

Enjoy a New Year Cruise on Theia Liveaboard

This year, bring in the New Year in the Maldives on the scuba diving holiday of a lifetime on Theia liveaboard.  This unique scuba diving trip will combine world-class scuba diving with a great party atmosphere on the most luxurious and stylish dive vessels in the Maldives.

Places are limited on this special New Year’s cruise so book your place today!

New Year's Eve Dive Party on Theia

New Year Dive Holiday: December 27 2010 – 8 January 2011

Places are limited on this special New Year’s cruise so book your place today!

The Theia 12-night “Dive ‘n’ Party” Cruise kicks off on December 27 and lasts until January 8th, giving you the perfect winter getaway and great New Year’s Eve party in paradise.  Expect an incredible dive holiday with delicious cocktails at sunset with the best chill music and then, after dark each night, be prepared to party with sounds of Ibiza and best in house music.  The provisional schedule of events for the dive safari is as follows: (This is subject to change.)

Enjoy the Island Paradise of the Maldives on the New Years Cruise on Theia

Theia New Year Cruise: December 27

Arrive and check-in on Theia.  Theia departs for the North Male Atoll and guests enjoy lunch on-board followed by some snorkeling, a general briefing about the safari and have the opportunity to get to know each other over some sundowner cocktails at Theia’s Sky Bar.

The Skybar on Theia is Great for Sundowners!

Theia New Year Cruise: December 28

Guests begin the day with the orientation dive, which allows the staff to acquaint themselves with everyone’s diving ability and allows guests who have not dived for a while to refresh their skills.  The dives will take place at Nassimo Thila and Manta Point dive sites.  The evening will play host to a Poker Night on board.

Theia New Year Cruise: December 29

Dives on the third day of the cruise will take place at HP Reef, widely considered to be one of the very best dive sites in the Maldives – a great place for spotting eagle rays and Lankan Manta Point, a cleaning station for many enormous manta rays.  After a day of great diving, guests will enjoy some relaxing sundowner cocktails to the sounds of great house music.

Diving with Manta Rays at Lankan Manta Point

Theia New Year Cruise: December 30

On December 30, the New Year Theia liveaboard cruise will move to the South Male Atoll after first completing a dive at the amazing Okobe Thila, where you are likely to see eagle rays, napoleon wrasse, and schools of smaller reef-dwelling fish.  Once in the South Male Atoll, divers will enjoy an afternoon dive at Kandooma Thila and then in the evening will play a great Fishing Game, before getting a good nights’ rest before the highlight of the cruise, tomorrow’s New Year’s Eve party!

Theia Liveaboard is the Maldives' Most Luxurious Dive Boat

Theia New Year Cruise: December 31

Before beginning the New Year’s Eve celebration, Theia will stop off for a morning dive at Guraidhoo Corner, a great place for spotting grey reef sharks and eagle rays.  Then, the boat heads to Maadhoofinolhu, where the New Year’s Eve celebrations will begin with a beach buffet and relaxing on the beach all afternoon.  Later, pre-dinner cocktails and chill-out music before a stunning New Year’s Eve dinner on the beach and beach party.  Dress code: white.

Grey Reef Sharks at Guraidhoo Corner Dive Site

Theia New Year Cruise: January 1

Happy New Year!  After an amazing New Year’s Eve party under the stars, it’s time to get back to the water.  Theia will begin traveling to the South Ari Atoll and along the way will search for whale sharks, one of the prime attractions of the Maldives.  The dives today will be held at Kudarah Thila.  In the evening, guests will enjoy a Black-themed evening with Sangria and a crab race, a quirky event that is often the highlight of a Maldives’ dive holiday.

Whale Sharks in the Maldives

Theia New Year Cruise: January 2-4

Great scuba diving continues on January 2 with dives at 5 Rocks,  Thinfushi Ethere Thila and the cruise continues for the whale sharks.  The next two days will include dives at Broken Rock, Dhigurah Thila, Vilamendhoo Thila and Dhigaa Thila.  Guests will also enjoy a unique island visit to a secluded island where there will be a visit with a local community.  The evening on January 4 will include a Margarita party and a beach dinner on Raidhigaa Island.

Theia New Year Cruise: January 5-8

The last few days of the New Year’s Eve 2010 diving holiday on Theia liveaboard include some of the finest dive sites in the Maldives, including Pannettone, a wreck dive at Fesdhu and the legenday night dive at Maaya Thila, where grey reef sharks can be found prowling the reef for their evening meal.  A stunning daytime dive at Maaya Thila will also feature among the activities of the last few days as well as several dives at the manta ray cleaning station at Rangali Madivaru dive site.  The cruise ends on January 7th in Male with a shopping trip in Male and a visit to the historical sites in the city.

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Theia New Year Cruise Package

This amazing New Year 2010 Dive Holiday on Theia includes the following:

• Total 24 dives
• All meals
• Island visit
• Beach Barbecue
• Sunset and Night Fishing
• Island visit
• Whale shark search
• Traditional music on Local Island with Maldivian Bodu Beru Band

All activities, dive sites and routes can change without prior notice.

The total cost for the USD $3,480 per person.

Places are limited on this special New Year’s cruise so book your place today!

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New Year Cruise of the Maldives is a post from: Maldives Blog

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