Spirit of Maldives, Maldives
9.3 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Nitrox
- Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
“Amazing dives and living aboard - fun evenings. Comfortable cabins, jacuzzi with a view. Best crew and guides. Perfect entertainme…”
Highlights
The Spirit of Maldives is a 40-meter (131-foot) vessel accommodating 26 guests across 13 cabins, including 7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck, 2 Standard Cabins and 2 Suites on the upper deck, and 2 spacious Suites on the main deck. Each cabin offers modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. With features like an entertainment system, jacuzzi, and Starlink satellite communication, this liveaboard is the perfect blend of adventure and indulgence.
Guests of the Spirit of Maldives can unwind on the sun deck, relax in the air-conditioned lounge with its library of books and documentaries, or take advantage of the dedicated camera area. Dining is a highlight, featuring à la carte meals prepared by expert chefs who cater to diverse dietary needs. Guests can also enjoy unique experiences like beachside BBQs, conservation lectures, and guided nature walks through local villages, offering a taste of authentic Maldivian culture.
The Spirit of Maldives offers diverse diving itineraries tailored to showcase the Maldives’ underwater wonders. Each trip promises unforgettable moments, from the manta-filled Hanifaru lagoon in the northern atolls to thrilling shark encounters in the southern Equatorial zone. Dive with whale sharks, explore vibrant coral gardens, and revel in night dives among mantas and reef sharks.
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Included: VAT, Environment Tax, Fuel Surcharge, National Park Fees, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Wine with Dinner, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Night Dives, Nitrox, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Gear, Laundry / Pressing Services, WiFi internet (10-100 USD).
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Spirit of Maldives Reviews
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- 9.3 Superb
- Vessel 9.3
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.2
- Value 8.9
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Steven W
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United States
Excellent trip that I would repeat in a heartbeat
Great boat, crew, and diving. The diving exceeded my expectations and I would recommend the North itinerary because we never had to share a dive site with other boats even though the Maldives is dripping with dive boats.
- Recommended for
- New, clean, efficient boat.. Cruise director team was excellent.. Crew was professional and attentive..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Bernhard D
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Germany
Just amazing!
Amazing dives and living aboard - fun evenings. Comfortable cabins, jacuzzi with a view. Best crew and guides. Perfect entertainment!
- Recommended for
- Best Team. Excellent Service. Beautiful Diving.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Rainer H
- Germany
All in all, a great experience with many highlights and diving fun!
It was a motley crew of divers of different ages, with different levels of experience and different expectations. The two cruise directors Lisa and Dave, together with the dive guides, put together very suitable groups, so that everyone could experience their highlights. In addition to very intensive encounters with reef manta rays and rays, the different underwater worlds with their flora and fauna have always resulted in interesting encounters with sharks, large, small and very small fish, etc. All in all, all around successful dives of sometimes considerable length. The varied food was very tasty and offered a lot of choice. The rooms were spacious and very well furnished and maintained. The large windows allowed a great view from the bed to the sea! With this boat and this crew and similar groups always a wonderful experience and highly recommended!
- Recommended for
- The very friendly and helpful staff. The excellent equipment of the boat and the rooms. The very good dive planning and briefing.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Joanna O
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United Kingdom
Would recommend for a great time diving the Maldives
Awesome trip! Time absolutely flow by because it was so much fun. Really great group of people onboard which obviously helps, also a great crew and great service. Our dive guide Ana needs special mention as she really made the trip, is very knowledge about the dive sites and about diving. Very helpful and patient.
- Recommended for
- Our dive guide Ana. Manta Rays. The friendly and helpful crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Mark D
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Australia
Fantastic diving on the northern trip
We went on the northern route in September 2025. We had some fantastic diving. There were a tonne of mantas, and lots of dives focussed on finding and watching mantas, including a great night dive with mantas. We saw the occasional reef shark during the trip then had one dive with great visibility and maybe 50 reef sharks circling us, which was awesome. We also saw whale sharks whilst snorkelling, and had a beautiful experience with a whale shark and dolphins approaching the boat at night. The dive guides and other staff were attentive and experienced. The boat is beautiful, brand new, and has great furniture and fittings. We had a great time!
- Recommended for
- Awesome diving. Beautiful boat. Great other guests and staff.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Heiko S
- Germany
Liveaboard with heart and mind – an all-round successful experience
Liveaboard with heart and mind – an all-round successful experienceThis diving-oriented and well-organized trip offered not only maximum relaxation, but also extraordinary underwater experiences that will last a long time. Even the communication before the trip was exemplary – clear, warm and informative. You felt in good hands and well prepared from the beginning.This impression continued on board: the processes were professionally structured, always flexible and geared to the well-being of the guests. I was particularly impressed by how the team always found the best possible route despite challenging weather conditions and led us to worthwhile dive sites – even if some originally planned spots were not accessible due to the weather. The alternatives were by no means second choice, but offered fascinating encounters with manta rays, different shark species, living coral reefs and many other sea creatures.A real highlight was the cuisine: varied, lovingly prepared and tasteful at a high level. Every day was a culinary delight. The cabins also offered a high level of comfort and a pleasant sleeping atmosphere – perfect for switching off after intensive days of diving.I would especially like to highlight the crew, whose dedication and friendliness made this trip something special. A big thank you to dive guides Rifaad, Ana and Joe – their expertise, calmness and enthusiasm for diving enriched every dive and made for a safe, inspiring experience.Recommended for those who want to combine professional diving with personal attention, culinary enjoyment and a pinch of adventure.
- Recommended for
- Atmosphere on board between crew and guests. Varied and very good cuisine. Flexibility for weather-related route adjustments.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Valeriia M
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Spain
We Can't Wait to Return!
From the moment we stepped on board, we were welcomed by an incredibly professional, friendly, and dedicated crew who made us feel at home throughout the entire trip. We traveled during a seasonal transition period when tropical rainstorms were frequently chasing us across the atolls. However, our captain worked true magic, always finding a route toward clearer skies and sunshine. Thanks to his expertise and local knowledge, we enjoyed spectacular diving and breathtaking scenery despite the challenging weather conditions. The diving itself was phenomenal. We were fortunate enough to encounter majestic manta rays and an impressive variety of sharks, creating memories that will stay with us forever. Every dive was thoughtfully planned, safe, and exciting. A very special thank you to Lisa and David. Your professionalism, enthusiasm, patience, and passion for the ocean made every dive even more enjoyable. We already miss you both! A special mention goes to the amazing local guide, Sull. His knowledge of the reefs, marine life, and dive sites was truly exceptional. Diving with him was an unforgettable experience, and many of our best underwater moments happened thanks to his guidance. The only thing missing from our adventure was the elusive whale shark. We had been hoping to see one, but unfortunately didn't. Our next Maldivian adventure will definitely be in pursuit of these magnificent creatures, and when we do, we will absolutely choose Spirit of Maldives again. Thank you to the entire Spirit of Maldives team for an extraordinary two weeks of adventure, world-class diving, and memories that will last a lifetime. We cannot wait to come back.
- Recommended for
- diving. dining. comfort aboard.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Amy L
- Australia
Truely the best trip of my life
This was honestly the best holiday of my life. From day 1 when we were picked up to the final drop off we had so much fun. I arrived as a solo female traveller and left with so many incredible memories and friends. I was placed in a small dive group of 3 other solo female travellers. Our dive guide Kike was the sweetest, kindest fun person to spend the week with and all of us girls would not have had nearly as good of an experience without him. His deep passion of diving, the animals, and effort to make sure we had the most memorable experiences went far above and beyond what I could’ve ever expected. I very much look forward to the next opportunity I get to dive with him again as all our dives were so fun, safe, and exciting regardless of the weather conditions. A true testament to how wonderful and caring he was as our guide. As for the rest of the boat it was fantastic, everyone was so lovely and accomodating to everyone and made such an effort to make our trip as amazing as possible. A few special shoutouts to Joe for being another amazing guide, Sul for alway ensuring we were safe to enter the water and Lisa for her undeniable passion during all dive briefings and care as the Cruise Director. I also did my nitrox course on board and I highly recommend. Kike instructed myself and one of the other girls and did a fantastic job explaining all of the theory and practical components to us. Overall the food was amazing, the diving was incredible and tailored to our weather conditions and I couldn’t recommend this experience highly enough. I can’t wait to come back and do it all again
- Recommended for
- The dive guides and their passion for making the trip so amazing. The diving (obviously). The crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- BIN L
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China
Want to have this trip again.
full of enjoyment, very nice crews, and make friends on board.
- Recommended for
- Food is good. Nice crews. Clear explanation.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Emeline S
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France
Best week of my life
I’ve just returned from a 10-day liveaboard on the Spirit of the Maldives, and honestly, it was the best holiday of my life. Everything was exceptional from start to finish. The crew is absolutely incredible always smiling, attentive, and genuinely caring. You feel taken care of from the very first moment, which makes such a difference. The organization is seamless, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere on board is both relaxed and friendly. A huge thank you to David and Lisa, captain Mo, dive guides, Kike, Joe and Sul; thank you to Assanga, Abdullah and the whole crew The diving… just wow. The Maldives truly are an underwater paradise, and every single dive was more impressive than the last. Sharks, manta rays, huge schools of fish an unforgettable experience every time. The dive sites were perfectly chosen A huge thank you to the best guide, Kike, who made this trip even more special. Professional, passionate, and always reassuring, he knows the dive sites inside out and always finds the best spots. You feel completely safe with him, and his enthusiasm is contagious, he made those ten days feel like the best time, laughing with us on the boat and below the ocean Beyond the diving, I was also lucky enough to meet some amazing people on board. Those connections made the trip even more meaningful. I would 100% recommend this experience. If you’re thinking about discovering the Maldives on a liveaboard, just go for it it’s truly unforgettable
- Recommended for
- The crew on board. The amazing dive guides. The food on board.
