“I dived deep south itinerary which was great, really loved the channel dives and Fuvamulah especially. Great dives. We were a full…”
Highlights
- Nitrox on board
- Hot tub on board
The Soleil 2 is a liveaboard in the Maldives that accommodates 28 guests in 14 air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms with hot showers. There is an air-conditioned indoor dining area, and on the top deck, the is open-air covered seating for guests who want to dine under the stars. There are air-conditioned saloons and a large sun deck for relaxing in between dives or enjoying the sunset views. The diving takes place from a Dhoni equipped with compressors and dive gear storage to maximize the space on board and keep the liveaboard as quiet as possible.
The Soleil 2 sails through Central, Northern, and Southern Atolls. In the Northern atolls, mantas and whale sharks come to feed on the plankton in Hanifaru Bay. The Northern and Southern atolls are more popular among experienced divers. While diving the deep South route, guests can go on a night dive with whale sharks, manta rays, and nurse sharks. Divers can encounter something special on every dive, from turtles to Napoleon wrasse and reef sharks.
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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Fuel Surcharge, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Fishing, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Laundry / Pressing Services.
Required Extras: Mandatory Service Charge ($15 / day).
Optional Extras: Hotel Transfer, Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Beach BBQ ($5-10 / activity), Extra Dives, Nitrox ($6 / tank), Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Gear, Massage, Spa, Yoga.
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Soleil 2 Reviews
- 9.2 Superb
- Vessel 9.2
- Crew 8.5
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.2
- Value 9.2
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- George B
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United Kingdom
Brilliant week deep south
I dived deep south itinerary which was great, really loved the channel dives and Fuvamulah especially. Great dives. We were a full boat of 28 which felt busy on the smaller sites around Gan but was not an issue on the rest, with groups dropping in different areas. The trip does 19 dives and 17 are included, not had that before where you pay extra dives, would prefer it was all included tbh. The staff and the owner were all fantastic and incredibly helpful❤️
- Recommended for
- Guide Ali, fantastic diver and guide. large comfortable rooms and beds. Elle, such a kind friendly welcoming knowledgable and caring person.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Kam S
- United Kingdom
Massive boat, friendly crew, great diving.
Good trip. Friendly and helpful crew. Good food.
- Recommended for
- The diving. The atmosphere. The space.
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- 9.2 Superb
- herbert K
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Austria
Great trip!
We absolutely loved this liveaboard and would book it again in a heartbeat. The boat was huge — actually the biggest liveaboard we've ever been on. With only 16 guests onboard (compared to a maximum of 28), it felt incredibly spacious and never crowded. We stayed in a cabin on the lower deck, which was surprisingly large and very comfortable. The food was good and tasty throughout the trip. While there wasn't a huge variety from day to day, they did a great job accommodating vegetarian dietary requirements. A big bonus was the draft beer available onboard after diving. The diving was excellent overall, with plenty of shark and manta ray encounters that made the trip truly memorable. There were a few dive sites that didn't seem particularly impressive, and we weren't quite sure why they were included in the itinerary, but the majority of the diving was fantastic. The dive crew was professional, friendly, and always helpful. The only downside was the additional charges at the end of the trip. The mandatory daily service charge, Nitrox fees, and charges for extra dives added up quickly and made the final bill higher than expected. That said, the overall experience was outstanding. One of the highlights was the great group of guests onboard — everyone got along so well, and it really added to the experience. We left with wonderful memories and would happily return.
- Recommended for
- Diving mostly amazing, lots of sightings. Dive crew was professional and awesome. Our cabin was so spacious.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Dagmar E
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Germany
An unforgetable, awesome trip !!!
I just spend a wonderful week on Soleil 2. Everyone on board did their best to make this trip a memorable one. The dive guides took their time to explain the various dive sides and showed us everything they saw under water - except for the hammerhead sharks who hadn't appearded in the blue! The food was delicious , the cabin very spacious and clean. Thank you very much for this experience! Dagmar
- Recommended for
- Everything was just perfect: the comfort, the diving , the food!
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Vaarnan D
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India
Dive, eat, sleep, repeat!!
+ awesome crew, very friendly and welcoming + spacious rooms and boat + great guides, felt really safe on wicked channel dives + can't recommend enough
- Recommended for
- Manta rays, so much diving, great channel dives!
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- 8.0 Very good
- Kartikay A
- Germany
Fantastic week
This was a really good week. we saw everything possible, apart from a hammer shark. The whale shark came to the boat on the first night, which was a bonus and a great way to start the week. The boat is comfortable, and the master cabins on the main deck are massive! The crew is polite, friendly and they know what they are doing. Shahid (the boat owner) edited a comprehensive diving footage at the end, which was handy! I would highly recommend this boat, and especially the deep-south itinerary.
- Recommended for
- Whale shark, tiger shark, manta rays. comfortable boat, with big rooms. Good crew.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Frank M
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United States
Great Value
This is a very large dive boat with lots of deck room to spread out on. I think getting a balcony room was worth it. Great dive guides and lots of marine life! No whale sharks on this trip, but tons of mantas and sharks. Some of the best diving of my life!
- Recommended for
- Big boat, Great guides, Amazing diving
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- 10 Exceptional
- Irene A
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Italy
Best trip of my life, I have travelled the world to dive but I would never imagine to experience something similar to what this liveaboard offered me. The boat was spectacular, way better than the pho
Every single day was better than the one before, I don’t know how they have managed to keep on surprising us everyday with something new different and exciting. The diving was spectacular but the bbq on the beach, last dinner on the rooftop, the sandbank trip, I could go on forever. Best trip of my life, I will repeat it very soon! Highly recommended not only to divers.
- Recommended for
- The Liveabord itself, the crew and the easy customer service to book made me feel very calm despite all covid difficulties.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Yip Hung Y
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Hong Kong
Nice experience
It is my first liveaboard experience in the Maldives, in the Deep South route. The friendly staff made us feel right at home, sharing their expertise about the marine life we were about to encounter and ensuring every detail was taken care of. We were fortunate enough to spot majestic tiger sharks gliding through the blue waters, a sight that left us in awe. Also some playful dolphins joined our adventures, leaping and swimming alongside us, adding a sense of wonder to dive. We also encountered various other shark species, each more captivating than the last, which made for unforgettable underwater moments. The vibrant coral reefs were teeming with life, with colorful fish darting around, creating a mesmerizing backdrop to our dives. Each day brought new adventures, and the camaraderie among divers. Overall, this liveaboard experience was a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and connection with nature. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the breathtaking underwater world of the Maldives, all while being cared for by a fantastic team!
- Recommended for
- Dive experience. Boat faciliates. Dive guide profession.
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- 9.2 Superb
- William G
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France
Great crew, great dives, awesome trip
I had a really great experience. Everything goes smoothly. All the crew know his job perfectly and take care constantly. The food is really good and you feel like home on the boat. Rooms are confortable and cleaned when it's needed. Definitly worth the price. No need to spend more if you just want to dive in great conditions and with nice people. And Sahid (owner) and all the divemasters give good vibes all the way long and makes you feel safe.
- Recommended for
- Professional & Friendly. Dive spots. Safety.
