Spirit of Maldives, Maldives
- 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).
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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Spirit of Maldives Reviews
- 9.3 Superb
- Vessel 9.3
- Crew 9.2
- Food 9.7
- Diving 9.3
- Value 9.0
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Nuria B
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Spain
Learn to dive like a manta!
Although I missed more shark diving (not seeing them pass by a hook on the reef) but diving among them, I must say that the experience with the manta rays feeding was elevated to infinity and beyond, as well as new to me. I also discovered species that I had not yet seen and I loved seeing for the first time the main target of my second trip to the Maldives: The whale shark. In short, happy! We also dive, normally, in places that are not overcrowded, and that is a plus. The guides and organizers were concerned with looking for the best options for diving, without resorting to wild animal baiting techniques, which in my opinion, is not correct.
- Recommended for
- The experience of snorkeling among many mantas while feeding. The safety during the dive. I had a very good divemaster. The good atmosphere on the boat.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Andreas S
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Switzerland
The South Tour - a highlight
The whole team on board the Aqua Queen (Spirit of Maldives) was very friendly, helpful and accommodating. We felt very welcome, safe and comfortable at all times. I would like to praise the cook, Nandana, again in particular! What he conjured up for us in the small galley every day was excellent. Local, varied, fresh and always full of flavour - thank you dear Nandana!The guides successfully guided us through the dive sites and showed us the big highlights as well as the small features of the reefs.We felt safe underwater at all times, even if some dive sites had challenged us a bit, and Ana took very good care of us, even if we were more of a chaos troop - thank you Ana for a wonderful time in the Indian Ocean!Many thanks also to Lukas, who organized the whole operation on board and was also able to fulfill special requests!The southern tour kept what was promised! If you like it a little "wilder", you shouldn't miss this unique opportunity!
- Recommended for
- The course of the diving operation. The team. The food.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Natasha F
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United Kingdom
Superb 11 days of 'dive, eat, sleep, repeat'
I've enjoyed 'Aqua Queen' boat and the dedication and efficiency of staff; their dive sites' in depth knowledge ensuring our group got the best of every dive. I very much appreciated that our guides ensured that each of us individually saw rarely encountered species like frog and leaf fish! E.g Aru took me separately to the area and a bit later David jumped off the boat with Robert to show him the same area once he had realised that Robert missed it! Early evenings were fun; jacuzzi and wine and our guides - David, Kike and Joe played the guitars and sang. Super relaxing. Lisa was brilliant ensuring everyone was getting the most of everything..ie rejuggling and pairing dive buddies snd getting us all together not missing anything or anybody! Asanga, behind the bar and his colleague were super efficient and kind. My wine was always ready!! And our captain Mo navigated brilliantly and also showed us fisherman's abilities...and just what fish he caught!! A wonderful 11 day trip!
- Recommended for
- Dedication of diving crew and diving experience. Comfort of my spacious cabin and bathroom. Wonderful, casual atmosphere and live music entertainmentnt.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lena G
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Austria
Amazing experience
The trip aboard the Spirit was really a great experience. The boat itself is very well equipped and maintained. The crew is courteous, warm and competent. David and Lisa really do an excellent job. But the dive guides are also worth mentioning. Incredibly good-humoured, competent and concerned about safety, without imposing any unnecessary restrictions on the guests. And of course, the underwater world of the Maldives is magnificent, we saw so much. Thank you for the great time!Lena
- Recommended for
- Biodiversity. Well planned dives. Courteous crew.
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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
- 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
- Roman C
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Spain
Great experience
Night diving with manta rays, my best diving experience. And with nurse sharks, it was also spectacular. You meet very interesting people and learn to dive with the best
- Recommended for
- Comfort of the boat and cabin. Fantastic crew and very professional. Delicious food, 5 stars chef!.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Richard S
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Austria
A nice sailing through the North Atolls of the Maldives
The trip to the north is well organized. This includes transfer, breafings as well as diving. The crew and the dive team did their best to make the trip as comfortable, intersting and memorable. The boat is quite new and you will hardly miss specifics for diving. The Dhoni crew was nice and experienced too. Tanks are always full 200bar+ and EAN is constantly at 30%. Highest appreciation to the entire team
- Recommended for
- Boat, cabins & facilities. Diving & tour planing. various meals.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Adrian G
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Belgium
Superb quality, price and staff. Incredible!
Superb diving cruise in the Maldives! The boat is brand new, the food excellent, but the real plus is the team on board who always take care of us. Special mention to Ana, our amazing guide, who knows all the best spots! An unforgettable experience.
- Recommended for
- The staff. The dives. The comfort of the boat.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Stephen C
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United Kingdom
The Maldives never disappoints , boat was fantastic and the crew were super friendly
Diving with mantas and whale sharks
- Recommended for
- Boat was fantastic , lots of space. Crew were brilliant , super friendly. Diving in the Maldives never disappoints.
















































































