DUNE Black Manta, Maldives
9.5 Exceptional - Free Internet
- Free Nitrox
- Spa
“The Maldives are a fantastic diving destination! The night dive with Manta rays is an unforgettable experience and the Black Manta…”
Highlights
The DUNE Black Manta is a 42-meter liveaboard offering diving experiences in the Maldives with 15 air-conditioned double cabins. 6 of the cabins feature sea views, all equipped with ensuite bathrooms. Designed to accommodate 28 guests, the boat provides ample storage and individually controlled air-conditioning in each cabin.
Beyond the cabins, guests can enjoy al fresco dining with panoramic views, a sunbathing deck, and a relaxation area on the sundeck, complete with massage services. The boat features a cocktail lounge, an indoor entertainment lounge, and a camera station. Wi-Fi is complimentary, and the menu boasts delectable dishes prepared with fresh, local ingredients, with dietary accommodations available upon request.
The DUNE Black Manta’s itineraries promise unforgettable adventures through the Maldives’ Central and North Atolls, South Ari Atoll, and beyond. From diving with whale sharks, manta rays, and reef sharks to exploring vibrant coral reefs and marine-protected areas, the excursions are tailored for divers and snorkelers. Activities include night dives, island visits, and on-board entertainment, ensuring a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement for every traveler.
Book your diving safari aboard the DUNE Black Manta today!
This liveaboard is part of the DUNE Liveaboard Fleet.
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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Fuel Surcharge, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Nitrox, Fishing, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Naturalist Guide, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Nitrox Course ($190), Private Dive Guide ($150 / day), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($100-400), Laundry / Pressing Services ($1-2 / item), Massage, Spa.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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DUNE Black Manta Reviews
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- 9.5 Exceptional
- 25 Verified Reviews Only people who have booked through LiveAboard.com and joined the trip can write a review.
- Vessel 9.5
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.6
- Value 9.4
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- 10 Exceptional
- Maria del Rocio G
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Spain
Great group to dive with on an amazing boat
Amazing experience.
- Recommended for
- General atmosphere (friendly staff, plenty of activities). Diving site.. Boat itself.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Brendan M
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Ireland
The Number 1 - Professionally Run and Operated Dive Cruise in the Maldives
Ben (The operations Manager) and his team Run and Operate the most professional Dive Cruise ship with the Maldives. His team work well together and are always eager to please. The Chef and catering team put up an amazing array of fresh food throughout the 10 day cruise The Hospitality Team looked after you every need The Captain and Dive director moved after every dive and were not afraid to move / change locations if the weather or diving was going to be poor for the guests. An Amazing Time / Fabulous Crew / Great Diving Experience
- Recommended for
- The Most professionally run and operated Liveaboard Cruise that I have experienced in the Maldives. The Staff are Super Friendly and eager to assist you with any request. The Chef put up an amazing array of meals over the 10 day cruise.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Fruzsina G
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Hungary
Amazing boat, amazing crew, amazing food
Everything was perfect throughout this liveaboard trip. The crew was professional, friendly and always attentive, making the experience truly unforgettable. Highly recommended
- Recommended for
- Expertise of the dive guides. Boat. Food and drinks.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Georg Ø
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Norway
Excellent Liveaboard experience
Great Liveaboard! Friendly staff and good food. Manta night was amazing and lots of sharks and turtles and decent dive-sites
- Recommended for
- The food. Manta-night. Good service.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Dirk S
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Netherlands
Fantastic diving trip!
The Maldives are a fantastic diving destination! The night dive with Manta rays is an unforgettable experience and the Black Manta is a very good ship. Friendly crew, good food and everything is arranged with care and professionally
- Recommended for
- Nice diving. Friendly and professional staff. modern, fine and fully equipped ship.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lyuliu Z
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China
A very memorable liveaboard diving trip
Starting this liveaboard diving trip with anticipation, the 8 days and 7 nights itinerary was very happy, the diving, eating, accommodation and socializing were very comfortable, and the staff service was professional, meticulous and friendly. Plan to continue exploring the Madives ocean with Black Manta next time.
- Recommended for
- The service team is very professional and meticulous. The diving arrangement is reasonable. Cleanliness and catering make people very comfortable.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Jane N
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United Kingdom
Great boat, Great staff, Great diving!
I was slights concerned that as a French boat I might be the only English speaker, but actually the divers were a really great mixture of nationalities and English was generally used for briefings and information. This is a fabulous luxury boat with large well-appointed cabins and plenty of outside and covered space to relax. The crew could not be more helpful and were so very kind to me on the day I was unwell. The chef even cooked me up some special stomach settling broth. It worked a treat! The dive guides are very friendly and try their best to give the best dives possible whilst managing mixed ability groups. Briefings were good but often plans had to be changed when we reached the sites due to conditions. Flexibility is key out here! We saw plenty of sharks and rays and had a lovely night visit from a juvenile whale shark which was magical. Ten days was a great length for this trip and allowed time to relax into the diving schedule. I would definitely consider this boat again; perhaps for a Deep South Itinerary. The food was generally good and plentiful but, and I am being a little picky here, did become a little "samey" by the end of the trip. Also, stock up on crisps, peanuts and savoury snacks if you are a between snacker as there were only sweet biscuits available for in between meals. All-in-all, it's a highly recommended from me.
- Recommended for
- Friendly and helpful boat crew.. Beautiful big comfortable cabin.. Great diving with sharks and rays..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Ben W
- United Kingdom
Incredible trip!
Amazing experience! Thank you Paul, Liam and the rest of the crew. We did the 10-day ‘Taste of the South’ trip and the diving was incredible. The itinerary was well planned and flexible, so we always got the best dives depending on conditions. You could really tell the crew cared about making sure we had a great experience. The dive sites that we visited were amazing. All of the 5 dive guides and 14 other staff on the boat were so nice, friendly and enthusiastic, it made the whole trip really enjoyable. The food was great every day. The boat was modern and spacious, with large and clean bedrooms and bathrooms. I’d highly recommend!
- Recommended for
- Diving. Guides and staff. Food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Irina Valentina D
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Romania
Super experience with Black Manta
We've been in several liveaboard safaries in the last years, but this was the best experience ever. New, big and well maintained boat, wonderfull crew and the best food ever ( the Chef was 5 stars ). We will come back for sure to do the South. Thank you Black Manta Team!
- Recommended for
- The boat is new and nice. Crew is very friendly. Amazing food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Anja R
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Germany
What a wonderful experience
Paul and his crew made this trip absolutely special. In order to make for the best diving experience the itinerary was kept flexible and in spite of the changing wheather conditions the dive team always decided on excellent dive sites where on many occasions we were the only boat at the dive spot. Our dive guide Shabah was an absolute sweetheart and we got incredibly lucky with all the big and small things we saw - from an unexpected hammerhead encounter to diving with mantas and whaleshark snorkeling to octopusses and giant tritons mating... Incredible :-) On board, the food was simply delicious and the service immaculate and heartfelt at all times. What a wonderful trip - thank you all. We'll be back.
- Recommended for
- Hammerhead, Mantas, Whaleshark. Boats crew and dive guides. Food and Athmosphere on board.
