Nautilus Two, Maldives

Name: North - Hanifaru Manta Bay (Male - Male)
Start: 2026-10-02
End: 2026-10-12
Location: Maldives

9.0 Superb

Nitrox available
Free Internet
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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“The best diving, manta rays, whale shark, nurse shark...”
Lucia B, Spain

Highlights

Spacious lounging areas and jacuzzi
ENOS divers rescue system provided free of charge
Nitrox available on board

The spacious 43m Nautilus Two liveaboard Maldives caters to up to 24 guests in 12 cabins. With an average cabin size of 20 m², each cabin has a double bed, single bed, desk, mirror, large closet, wardrobe, shelves, and AC, making them extremely spacious. There is also a private en-suite bathroom with a massage shower. There is plenty of room to relax whilst onboard the Nautilus Two. Meals are served in the parlor, where a 5m ex-fishing dhoni is the central buffet table showcasing the varied menu of local specialties and delicious European cuisine. The bar offers cold beer on tap and a wide selection of red and white wines and spirits. The boat's bow is a popular hang-out area due to the cool breeze and shade and a great place to enjoy the views or dip in the jacuzzi. The huge sundeck has enough loungers for everyone and also offers stunning views.

Divers are taken care of from Dhe Kaffi - the dedicated diving dhoni. All the compressors are here, ensuring a quiet night's sleep aboard the mother ship. The dhoni is spacious and offers enough individual storage space for all divers. Nitrox is available upon request, and the dhoni will remain nearby during all dives for added safety. The ENOS divers rescue system is provided free of charge. A typical diving day exploring the Maldivian atolls usually involves 3 dives per day, including some night dives throughout the week. It is highly recommended that divers have at least 40 dives and deep diving experience to make the most of the dive sites available.

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Included: VAT, Gratuities, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Fishing, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, WiFi internet.

Required Extras: Environment Tax (12 USD per day), Fuel Surcharge (25 USD per night).

Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (40-350 EUR), Kayaks, Snorkel Gear, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard.

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Boat features

Free Internet
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Sun Deck
Stand Up Paddleboard
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Camera room
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
Fishing
Kayaks
Available for Charter
Local & International Crew
Snorkeling Equipment
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Beer available
Full-board Option
Beach BBQ
Fine Wines Selection
Welcome Cocktails
Half-board Option
Buffet style
Local Food

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Superior Double / Twin Cabin - Lower Deck

Superior Double / Twin Cabin - Main Deck

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2007

Length: 43 meters

Top speed: 14 knots

Cruising speed: 10 - 12 knots

Engines: 580 PS Cummins-Turbodiesel

Max guests: 24

Number of cabins: 12

Number of bathrooms: 12

Tenders: 1

Water capacity: 5000 liters

Freshwater maker: 2 Desalination Plants

Boat navigation and safety

Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV

Nautilus Two Reviews

9.0 Superb

Vessel

9.0
Crew

8.8
Food

9.1
Diving

9.1
Value

9.0

10 Exceptional
Vincent G
France

Great cruise
Great cruise.
Recommended for
Great dives (especially the south). Professionalism and friendliness of the crew. Space on board the boat.
13 Feb, 2025

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9.6 Exceptional
Lucia B
Spain

Unforgettable diving trip
The best diving, manta rays, whale shark, nurse shark...
Recommended for
The boat everything perfect, very spacious, the crew friendly and friendly and the guides the best!!
04 Sep, 2021

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10 Exceptional
Alvin C
United States

Enjoyable trip
Great experience all around
Recommended for
Crew. Boat. Food.
04 Aug, 2025

10 Exceptional
Caspar D
Netherlands

An amazing 11 days visiting the best Ari has to offer!
The knowledgable and flexible diving staff - a couple times we had to make slight alterations to the dive sites we'd planned to go to either because of weather or because they'd be too busy with other boats. The alternative dive sites were just as good, and we always saw something interesting or new!
Recommended for
Friendly staff, comfortable cabins and fantastic food!
16 Oct, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
Remi C
France

Amazing trip
Boat looks old school from outside but it's actually very luxurious inside, rooms are amazing and the staff was perfect (especially for food and cleaning). I was probably expecting more about the dives. It was really good my expectations were very high haha, especially after the first dive where we could see many spinner sharks and stingrays (feeding spot in Hulhumale).
Recommended for
Guides and people. Confort. Food.
29 Jun, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Nadja K
Switzerland

Fantastic liveaboard experience with unforgettable diving experiences
Manta campfire, Sharktank were 2 absolute highlightsThe food is excellent, the crew very accommodating and friendly, boat and cabins very clean and an excessive amount of space! Highly recommended!
Recommended for
Boat and cabin. Superb food. Fantastic divesites.
10 Jul, 2025

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10 Exceptional
Trent H
United States

Wonder crew and board
The whole crew were 5 stars. The dive guides, Coco, Alson and Maui are very safety oriented and try their best to accommodate every diver. The food was plentiful and delicious.
Recommended for
Great AC in room, Excellent Dive Guides, amazing DIVI g
07 Jan, 2024

9.2 Superb
Giuseppe P
United Kingdom

My first time in the maldives..Great crew, boat, food and dive buddies!
Wicked dive (in the bay!)..rays, sharks everywhere..lovely coral life...wet season so some strong currents but fun and always happy divers..
Recommended for
My own big cabin...the sharks (I love sharks)..the other guests!
29 Jun, 2024

10 Exceptional
Marion P
France

14 fabulous days spent aboard the Nautilus
The dives were amazing, thanks to Hampek and Ziad (dive guides), it was a pleasure to dive with you. The whale shark we saw at the end of the dive is an exceptional memory... We also saw manta rays, eagle rays, gray or white tip sharks, napoleons, dolphins, but also nudibranchs, pipefishes, beautiful corals... 38 dives in total, including 2 at night. The Dhoni staff was very kind to help us outfit us. The room was spacious and clean, the bed comfortable. The food was delicious: eggs cooked every morning according to our preferences, typical and varied food. The service was impeccable. Thanks to Mister B. for his cocktails. I highly recommend this diving cruise !!! Marion et Kevin
Recommended for
Wild life (whale shark, manta rays...). Beautiful boat. Amazing crew.
28 May, 2018

9.2 Superb
Stefan M
Bulgaria

Stunning
Nice and friendly crew on board with knowledgeable quides and lots of sharks
Recommended for
Sharks. Guides. Manta rays.
11 Nov, 2024

55 reviews

9.0 Superb
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9.6 Exceptional
Melissa C
United States

Really nice diving and food
Seeing manta rays and sharks, meeting new people
Recommended for
Diving, food, nice cabins
09 Oct, 2023

7.6 Good
Sharon E
United States

An unusual and excellent dive boat experience
This was my BEST overall ever scuba diving experience (20th international, 16th Liveaboard). 1. Well-run 11 day/10 night liveaboard daily program; 2. dive sites; 3. dive guides; 4. huge suites; 5. unusual and lovely dive boat with a separate dive boat (dhoanis) that contained all the "wet" aspects of the dive -- tanks, wet suits, camera tanks...
Recommended for
Huge cabins. Excellent guides. Excellent dive program.
16 Jul, 2024

10 Exceptional
Miroslav S
United Kingdom

Good memories
The memories created during this experience will be cherished forever. Sharing such wonderful moments with kind-hearted individuals truly enriched the trip. Exploring the underwater world provided breathtaking sights and unforgettable encounters. Each dive brought new discoveries and a deeper appreciation for the ocean's beauty. It was truly a remarkable adventure, leaving a lasting impression.
Recommended for
Lovely people and crew. Professional dive quides. Excellent selection of dive spots.
17 Feb, 2025

10 Exceptional
Michael L
Canada

I really enjoyed the trip.
The guides and crew were incredibly friendly and helpful. I had two equipment failures ( hose and 2nd stage, my gear) and the guides quickly replaced the equipment. The food was great.
Recommended for
Dive Guides. Crew. Food.
30 Oct, 2024

9.6 Exceptional
BERNARD H
France

Very nice experience with Nautilus two
Diving in the Maldives but more particularly diving with Manta rays south of ARI.A cruise aboard this boat to recommend
Recommended for
The diversity of the different diving spots / the friendliness and availability of all the boat and dhoni staff / two dive guides taking care of the participants
29 Jan, 2022

10 Exceptional
Magdalena R
Poland

Najlepsze safari na jakim byłam !
Najlepsze safari nurkowe w jakim brałam udział ! 1. Łódź - duża, wygodna, stabilna, czysta i do tego piękna ! 2. Przewodnicy nurkowi i bezpieczeństwo - fantastyczni przewodnicy, pomocni, bardzo dobrze dobrane miejsca nurkowe, przede wszystkim bez tłoku i innych łodzi, każdy nurek otrzymał urządzenie systemu ENOS, z tym spotkałam się po raz pierwszy. Szczególnie podczas nurkowania w prądach i kanałach, czułam się naprawdę bezpiecznie 3. Kucharz - smaczne, urozmaicone jedzenie, dużo warzyw, ryby, wołowina, kurczak, baranina. 4. Załoga - pomocna, przyjazna, uważna.
Recommended for
łódź. przewodnicy nurkowi. jedzenie.
28 Oct, 2024

a great trip and crew
The diving was good despite poor weather and variable visibility. Some of the dive sites were crowded with other live aboard boats but we often were able to find some solitary reefs. The guides were excellent at briefings before the dives, at checking conditions before we went in and at finding novel creatures during the dives.
Recommended for
crew were great, always helpful and friendly. food was plentiful, varied and good. I looked the traditional style of the boat.
16 Oct, 2024

10 Exceptional
Chooi T
Australia

A wonderful week of diving.
Snorkeling with a whale shark and watching a family of manta rays feeding at night.
Recommended for
Friendly and professional staff, good food and many areas to relax on the boat.
12 Jul, 2021

10 Exceptional
Nina S
Germany

Great north trip with Nautilus 2
I had a great time on Nautilus 2. The boat is very spacious and comfortable. The cabins and toilets/ showers were comparably big,too. The crew and guides were very friendly and professional. The food was awesome! We also had a barbecue on board and a dinner on the beach. Some special food evenings with local specialties as well and that was overall very satisfying. Divingwise we got to see quite some big fish and Mantas. Manta Night Dive and a Whaleshark hung out by the boat as well. The sea is not a zoo but we were quite lucky I guess. The crew was very helping and professional in the diving routine as well. I can definitely recommend this boat!
Recommended for
Diving routine flawless. Boat and Cabin comfort. Nice crew and guides.
13 Aug, 2024

8.4 Very good
Gregory B
Netherlands

In my top ten dive vacations!!
Whale shark visiting the stern one evening. Very social environment, both staff and guests. Good food.
Recommended for
Great staff, excellent channel dives and perfect Dhoni
03 Apr, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
Zoltan B
Hungary

Whale sharks' week
Greaz week there! :) Really comfortable cabins, excellent crew. Good food, sometimes more spicy than our taste, but always could find not (very) spicy staff. Nice dive spots :) Luckily more whale sharks followed us for days, we could dive them, also we could snorkel them more times. Additionally Mantas, Sharks, Rays, Nudies, Tunas, etc. Airco in the saloon would be good, sometimes it was hot inside. Moving between the boat and the dhoni is difficult when the weather is windy and a water is wawy.
Recommended for
Whale sharks four times. Guides and crew. Big cabins.
07 Aug, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Normunds S
Latvia

Absolutely recommend - great boat
This was our second Nautilus Two trip. Everything was great - cabin space, comfortable beds, ample space around the boat and big saloon, food, diving arrangements, crew, evening entertainment ( picnic island, New year's dinner, beach island,paddle boards, Maldivian dinner, local island visit - all you can wish on such a trip. Will be coming back to this boat at some point in future.
Recommended for
space and comfort. diving logistics. weather.
10 Jan, 2026

8.0 Very good
Glen R
Canada

Overall satisfying
Excellent wildlife, in short, the diving
Recommended for
Itinerary. Crew. cabin.
13 Dec, 2024

10 Exceptional
Tancredi M
United Kingdom

A magical experience touring the South Ari Atoll.
The diving was everything the Maldives promised and the Nautilus Two is as comfortable as a boat can get whilst remaining authentic. All dives were exciting and varied with one fantastic night dive which was the highlight of our trip. Just one comment: the boat should offer more night dives as there is so much to see after dark contrary to many other places around the world. A great experience all round so thank you to the whole crew.
Recommended for
Fantastic Dive guides (Ali and Shuhaan), Best night dive experience so far and great food.
21 Jun, 2019

10 Exceptional
Irene D
Italy

A fantastic experience, highly recommended
We had an amazing boat (aesthetic, comfort, attention to details, and lots of space); all members of the crew were very friendly, competent, and helpful; the diving programme was very well organised, diving guides were highly competent (thank you Isey for wonderful dives!); fellow divers were all very nice people and expert divers, so that there was a really pleasant atmosphere on board and under water.
Recommended for
boat, crew and fellow divers, diving (alphabetical order)
09 Sep, 2019

9.6 Exceptional
Pietro Q
Italy

Maldives paradise.
My partner and I went on a liveaboard on the Nautilus Two. Fantastic experience with both courteous and professional boat and dhoni crew. Great food and exceptional dive guides. Comfort on board was guaranteed by excellent lunches and a large outdoor space to relax between dives. Thanks to LiveAboard for the great vacation.
Recommended for
All the crew kind and professional.. Fantastic dives. Comfort and food on a cruise.
03 Sep, 2025

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9.6 Exceptional
Raimund L
Austria

Amazing Service and Wildlife on Nautilus 2, with Some Missed Opportunities
I had a fantastic trip aboard the Nautilus 2. The organization was seamless, from pick-up to drop-off. The cabins were spacious, the salon comfortable, and the sundeck impressively large. We traveled up north to Baa Atoll, but we stayed anchored at the same spot for three consecutive nights, with several other boats nearby—this could have been managed better for a more exclusive experience. Throughout the week, we encountered incredible wildlife, including mantas, whale sharks, and more. However, the check dive and the last dive took place in Hulhumale at a site called 'Shark Tank,' where sharks are actively fed by dive guides (though not by the Nautilus team). I believe this practice shouldn't be supported by any dive shop or liveaboard, and the time spent on these dives could have been better utilized elsewhere.
Recommended for
Wildelife. Food. Other Guests.
23 Sep, 2024

8.0 Very good
Brigitte H
France

Luck
Large and comfortable cabin wonderful snorkeling trip and manta rays, nurse sharks and whale dive masters charming
Recommended for
Efficiency Kindness Whale Sharks
13 Sep, 2018

9.6 Exceptional
margaret P
United States

even if you didn’t dive (i didn’t) the trip was fabulous.
since i chose not to dive (personal reasons), reading, making new friends, relaxing in an atmosphere where i was not rushed, rinse and repeat.
Recommended for
friendliness of crew and staff, , new friends, good food
15 Jul, 2024

10 Exceptional
Ernst V
Netherlands

A great experience, alone...
Overall impression is good.Apart from the beautiful dives, snorkeling with the Nurse Sharks, the Nurse Sharks at the back of the Nautilus 2, the ship, has stayed with me the most.
Recommended for
Beautiful, well-maintained ship. Perfect dive sites. Friendly staff.
16 Jan, 2025

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