Maldives
BEST OF MALDIVES
Experience the beauty of the Maldives on an island hopping cruise
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Trip Length
15 Days
departure each Monday
Prices starting from
3,256.00 €
Per person excluding international flights
Services included:
Lunch Cruise Accomodations Snorkeling Relax Food & drink experience Airport transfers Sport Breakfast Dinner
Places you'll visit
North Male Atoll, South Male Atoll, Vaadu Felt Atoll, Anbaraa, South Ari Atoll, Ariadhoo, Maamagili, Hurasdhoo Island, Embudu Island, Alikoi Rah, Ari Atoll
15 Days
Welcome to the Maldives, where sands are white as the smiles of the locals, where fish swim happily in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where the weather is a dream, and the deep rays of the sun wait to engulf you in their arms.
A fourteen night island hopping cruise makes the most of the stunning environment above and below the waterline, the relaxed daily life on board ship invites all to languish in the leisurely and unhurried pace of life, to soak up the sun and enjoy breath-taking beauty with the finest creature comforts always at hand.
Your days are filled with carefree pleasures, such as relaxing on pearly white-sand beaches in the shade of natural tropical vegetation, taking a dip in crystal waters of sparkling azure hues, and gazing at the glittering night sky. Join the 56-passenger Yasawa Princess for a cruise through the turquoise tropical waters of the Maldives' Central Atolls; South Male, Vaavu and Ari Atoll. This 15 day itinerary is plenty of opportunities to snorkel beneath the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and is.designed for both snorkellers and SCUBA divers. Highlights Include Alimathaa night snorkelling where you might see nurse sharks, sting rays and giant travally. There's also a whaleshark excursion on the southern edge of Ari Atoll and also a manta ray viewing excursion. The average sea temperature ranges from 20 - 30 degrees. Blessed with natural reefs, the Maldives is home to fascinating marine life, from colourful tropical fish to whale sharks, manta rays and turtles.
➽ 15 Day cruises depart each Monday, and there's also the opportunity to join a shorter seven day experience. Enquire for full details.
The journey starts aboard MV Yasawa Princess, but this thrilling adventure goes on to take you deep below the blue waves that beckon under the tropical sun, and beyond to the virgin islands waiting for a fresh print on its shoreline. Memories would linger and make you smile as you remember the warm days and cool nights of cruising the Maldivian waters with us.
The trip can be customized depending on your preferences and the places you want to see for an unforgettable tour through Southern Italy. Talk to us about a bespoke itinerary.
Explore our wide range of exclusive experiences and customize your travel itinerary to suit your tastes, interests, budget and needs. Talk to your dedicated team of expert today and start dreaming the journey of a lifetime.
➽ To create your unique holiday, select the Start Design button on the left side of this page. Choose your preferred travel date, the number of participant and your category accomodation.
Welcome to the Maldives, where sands are white as the smiles of the locals, where fish swim happily in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where the weather is a dream, and the deep rays of the sun wait to engulf you in their arms. A fo ... See more
Welcome to the Maldives, where sands are white as the smiles of the locals, where fish swim happily in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where the weather is a dream, and the deep rays of the sun wait to engulf you in their arms.
A fourteen night island hopping cruise makes the most of the stunning environment above and below the waterline, the relaxed daily life on board ship invites all to languish in the leisurely and unhurried pace of life, to soak up the sun and enjoy breath-taking beauty with the finest creature comforts always at hand.
Your days are filled with carefree pleasures, such as relaxing on pearly white-sand beaches in the shade of natural tropical vegetation, taking a dip in crystal waters of sparkling azure hues, and gazing at the glittering night sky. Join the 56-passenger Yasawa Princess for a cruise through the turquoise tropical waters of the Maldives' Central Atolls; South Male, Vaavu and Ari Atoll. This 15 day itinerary is plenty of opportunities to snorkel beneath the warm waters of the Indian Ocean and is.designed for both snorkellers and SCUBA divers. Highlights Include Alimathaa night snorkelling where you might see nurse sharks, sting rays and giant travally. There's also a whaleshark excursion on the southern edge of Ari Atoll and also a manta ray viewing excursion. The average sea temperature ranges from 20 - 30 degrees. Blessed with natural reefs, the Maldives is home to fascinating marine life, from colourful tropical fish to whale sharks, manta rays and turtles.
➽ 15 Day cruises depart each Monday, and there's also the opportunity to join a shorter seven day experience. Enquire for full details.
The journey starts aboard MV Yasawa Princess, but this thrilling adventure goes on to take you deep below the blue waves that beckon under the tropical sun, and beyond to the virgin islands waiting for a fresh print on its shoreline. Memories would linger and make you smile as you remember the warm days and cool nights of cruising the Maldivian waters with us.
The trip can be customized depending on your preferences and the places you want to see for an unforgettable tour through Southern Italy. Talk to us about a bespoke itinerary.
Explore our wide range of exclusive experiences and customize your travel itinerary to suit your tastes, interests, budget and needs. Talk to your dedicated team of expert today and start dreaming the journey of a lifetime.
➽ To create your unique holiday, select the Start Design button on the left side of this page. Choose your preferred travel date, the number of participant and your category accomodation.
Highlights
HighlightsThe 4* Yasawa Princess was built in 1984 and has been recently refurbished. This is a comfortable ship with good facilities including a bar, lounge and informal dining area serving excellent cuisine. The 28 cabins are compact and simply furnished with double beds, or twin beds with wooden accented furniture. There is a rear access platform to the sea with ladders for easy access to the water.
➽ Vessel Information
CREW 15
OFFICERS Maldivian
GUESTS 56
CABIN 28
TONNAGE 917
LENGTH 180 Feet / 55 Metres
WIDTH 36 Feet
SPEED 10 Knots
PASSENGER DECKS 3
BUILT 1984 (refurbished in 2007)
REGISTRY Maldives
➽ Accomodations:
The fantastic energy of truly content guests vibrates throughout each cruise on Yasawa Princess. From the 28 cabins cozily set on 3 decks to the breezy sun deck nestled on top, all are designed exclusively to accommodate 56 pax with the charm of the tropics and the subtle luxury of modern convenience. Each cabin is fully air-conditioned and comes with the availability of double or twin beds and ensuite bathrooms..
All 28 cabins are non-smoking and spread over three decks with sea views:
Lower Main Deck (7 Cabins): situated on the lower deck of the ship but slightly larger with a double bed or twin beds with porthole.
A Deck (14 Cabins): situated on the middle deck of the ship, with a double bed or twin beds deck window and door opening onto an outside walkway.
Bridge Deck (7 Cabins): situated at the very top of the ship next to the Sun Deck, with a double bed or twin beds, deck window and door opening onto an outside walkway.
➽ Food & Drink Experiences:
We believe that in order to really know a place everybody must also know its culinary products and its local food tastes. So why our itineraries are designed to ensure an authentic culinary experiences.
The Saloon deck opens up to a dining area large enough to accommodate 56 pax. The warm wood decor along with careful lighting brings a cozy intimate mood to the spacious area. A fine variety of both local and international cuisine is prepared adding more exotic treats to your cruise. We can also arrange private dining ashore on the excursion islands.
Traditional Maldivian cuisine, which is influenced by neighbouring India and Sri Lanka, offers a tantalising variety of flavours. Local menus typically feature freshly caught fish and all manner of ingredients obtained from coconuts, such as its refreshing water, grated flesh and creamy milk – an essential element of many Maldivian curries and drinks. For breakfast, mas huni – grated coconut mixed with finely chopped tuna, onion and chilli – is often served with roshi, Maldivian flatbread similar to chapati. Western food will also be available on your ship if you want a taste of home.The bar serves an extensive list of drinks to choose from, with premium imported brands are available at a small supplement for all-inclusive passengers.
BBQ will be arranged on the island depending on the weather, if not events for BBQ night will be moved to the boat, along with music.
The resident bar in the dining area offers a wide selection of fine wines, cocktails and spirits, and a variety of beer.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs. All dietary requirements must be requested at the time of booking.
➽ Diving:
For the more adventurous guests we offer a number of exciting Dive experiences. There’s something for everyone, from beginner courses to opportunities for the more seasoned divers.
Revel in the richness beneath the waters.. Let your mind wander free as you dive into the ocean, snorkel, and be part of wonderful excursions and Fishing expeditions.
Maldives is world renowned as a first class scuba diving destination, and anyone who’s been lucky enough to have witnessed the wonders below these waters will know why. The clear waters, along with the amazing coral reefs and rich marine life fluidly and effortlessly create a diver’s dream.
Yasawa Princess offers you a unique opportunity to experience the marvels of the underwater coral gardens of the Maldives through scuba diving. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, we have dive packages and courses to suit your needs. We offer personalized services and our experienced dive masters and dive instructors ensure a professional service. Unlike most of the vessels operated in the Maldives, you dive when you want.
Maldives can be dived throughout the year but serious divers will want to wait for the peak seasons (November to April) when Whale Sharks and Manta Rays are spotted on the SW of Ari Atoll.
There are so many fascinating dive sites, and our team has included over 50 of these sites in the Yasawa Princess cruise route. The selection is a fine blend of easy to difficult levels and different experiences.
➽ IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS:
Cruising will commence with minimum 14 passengers.
Alcohol
As the Maldives is a Muslim country, we do not recommend bringing duty-free alcohol into the country, as it will be confiscated by customs, and will be returned to you upon your departure at the end of the tour. Instead, alcohol can be purchased on board the MV Yasawa Princess.
Snorkelling
The dive crew will give you a debrief in a designated snorkelling area before you try it for yourself, to ensure your safety. If you are not feeling confident you can request a buoyancy aid to assist you.
Diving
If you are a certified diver the crew will request to see you dive safely before you can rent equipment. You must also bring your logbook with you to ensure your own safety.
Itinerary
➽ Please note: the itinerary is subject to change based on winds and sea conditions which may render anchorage and landing at some islands very difficult and the company reserves the right to change the itinerary for the safety of the passengers and of the ship.
Itineraries will be briefed at Dinner Time for the following day.
Chargeable Excursions will be billed to your room and settled at the time of check-out.
The 4* Yasawa Princess was built in 1984 and has been recently refurbished. This is a comfortable ship with good facilities including a bar, lounge and informal dining area serving excellent cuisine. The 28 cabins are compact and simply fur ...
See moreThe 4* Yasawa Princess was built in 1984 and has been recently refurbished. This is a comfortable ship with good facilities including a bar, lounge and informal dining area serving excellent cuisine. The 28 cabins are compact and simply furnished with double beds, or twin beds with wooden accented furniture. There is a rear access platform to the sea with ladders for easy access to the water.
➽ Vessel Information
CREW 15
OFFICERS Maldivian
GUESTS 56
CABIN 28
TONNAGE 917
LENGTH 180 Feet / 55 Metres
WIDTH 36 Feet
SPEED 10 Knots
PASSENGER DECKS 3
BUILT 1984 (refurbished in 2007)
REGISTRY Maldives
➽ Accomodations:
The fantastic energy of truly content guests vibrates throughout each cruise on Yasawa Princess. From the 28 cabins cozily set on 3 decks to the breezy sun deck nestled on top, all are designed exclusively to accommodate 56 pax with the charm of the tropics and the subtle luxury of modern convenience. Each cabin is fully air-conditioned and comes with the availability of double or twin beds and ensuite bathrooms..
All 28 cabins are non-smoking and spread over three decks with sea views:
Lower Main Deck (7 Cabins): situated on the lower deck of the ship but slightly larger with a double bed or twin beds with porthole.
A Deck (14 Cabins): situated on the middle deck of the ship, with a double bed or twin beds deck window and door opening onto an outside walkway.
Bridge Deck (7 Cabins): situated at the very top of the ship next to the Sun Deck, with a double bed or twin beds, deck window and door opening onto an outside walkway.
➽ Food & Drink Experiences:
We believe that in order to really know a place everybody must also know its culinary products and its local food tastes. So why our itineraries are designed to ensure an authentic culinary experiences.
The Saloon deck opens up to a dining area large enough to accommodate 56 pax. The warm wood decor along with careful lighting brings a cozy intimate mood to the spacious area. A fine variety of both local and international cuisine is prepared adding more exotic treats to your cruise. We can also arrange private dining ashore on the excursion islands.
Traditional Maldivian cuisine, which is influenced by neighbouring India and Sri Lanka, offers a tantalising variety of flavours. Local menus typically feature freshly caught fish and all manner of ingredients obtained from coconuts, such as its refreshing water, grated flesh and creamy milk – an essential element of many Maldivian curries and drinks. For breakfast, mas huni – grated coconut mixed with finely chopped tuna, onion and chilli – is often served with roshi, Maldivian flatbread similar to chapati. Western food will also be available on your ship if you want a taste of home.The bar serves an extensive list of drinks to choose from, with premium imported brands are available at a small supplement for all-inclusive passengers.
BBQ will be arranged on the island depending on the weather, if not events for BBQ night will be moved to the boat, along with music.
The resident bar in the dining area offers a wide selection of fine wines, cocktails and spirits, and a variety of beer.
Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs. All dietary requirements must be requested at the time of booking.
➽ Diving:
For the more adventurous guests we offer a number of exciting Dive experiences. There’s something for everyone, from beginner courses to opportunities for the more seasoned divers.
Revel in the richness beneath the waters.. Let your mind wander free as you dive into the ocean, snorkel, and be part of wonderful excursions and Fishing expeditions.
Maldives is world renowned as a first class scuba diving destination, and anyone who’s been lucky enough to have witnessed the wonders below these waters will know why. The clear waters, along with the amazing coral reefs and rich marine life fluidly and effortlessly create a diver’s dream.
Yasawa Princess offers you a unique opportunity to experience the marvels of the underwater coral gardens of the Maldives through scuba diving. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, we have dive packages and courses to suit your needs. We offer personalized services and our experienced dive masters and dive instructors ensure a professional service. Unlike most of the vessels operated in the Maldives, you dive when you want.
Maldives can be dived throughout the year but serious divers will want to wait for the peak seasons (November to April) when Whale Sharks and Manta Rays are spotted on the SW of Ari Atoll.
There are so many fascinating dive sites, and our team has included over 50 of these sites in the Yasawa Princess cruise route. The selection is a fine blend of easy to difficult levels and different experiences.
➽ IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS:
Cruising will commence with minimum 14 passengers.
Alcohol
As the Maldives is a Muslim country, we do not recommend bringing duty-free alcohol into the country, as it will be confiscated by customs, and will be returned to you upon your departure at the end of the tour. Instead, alcohol can be purchased on board the MV Yasawa Princess.
Snorkelling
The dive crew will give you a debrief in a designated snorkelling area before you try it for yourself, to ensure your safety. If you are not feeling confident you can request a buoyancy aid to assist you.
Diving
If you are a certified diver the crew will request to see you dive safely before you can rent equipment. You must also bring your logbook with you to ensure your own safety.
Itinerary
➽ Please note: the itinerary is subject to change based on winds and sea conditions which may render anchorage and landing at some islands very difficult and the company reserves the right to change the itinerary for the safety of the passengers and of the ship.
Itineraries will be briefed at Dinner Time for the following day.
Chargeable Excursions will be billed to your room and settled at the time of check-out.
Experience:
Visit uninhabited islands
Relaxed & unhurried pace
Snorkelling & swimming stops
Beach BBQ
Small & intimate ship
For the more adventurous guests we offer a number of exciting experiences, from Introductory dives, Night Snorkeling to Whale Shark & Manta Snorkeling excursions or Challenge yourself on a Game Fishing experience.
Let your mind wander free as you dive into the ocean, snorkel, and be part of the wonderful experiences that happen only in the Maldives.
What is included:
Accommodation aboard Yasawa Princess in selected room grade.
Airport pick up and drop off services.
Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurant at pre-specified timing.
Unlimited bottled water throughout the trip.
Unlimited Tea & Coffee throughout the trip.
One deserted island BBQ, subject to a minimum 7 nights stay.
One Night Fishing trip per week.
A special dinner served which is named as the “Captain’s dinner” at the end of the trip.
Visits to resorts and deserted islands, prior reasonable request and permit from the resorts.
All meals, morning and afternoon teas.
What is not included:
Snorkeling equipment.
Optional snorkeling excursions. (whale shark/ Manta/Night)
Game Fishing.
Diving and equipment rental.
Cocktails and other premium drinks consumed by the guests, during the stay.Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages;
Items of a personal nature (ie communications and laundry expenses);
Flights pre- and post- cruise;
Gratuities for the ship's crew;
Visa if required(available on demand);
Insurance that will protect you in case of cancellation, trip interruption, medical emergencies, damage caused to third parties etc (available on demand);
Everything not mentioned under the "Included" section.
Itinerary
ItineraryDAY 1 - MEET & GREET
EMBARK YASAWA PRINCESS IN MALÉ
Welcome to the Maldives, Yasawa Princess will be anchored just off of Villigili, a convenient 20-minute boat ride from Male International Airport. You will be greeted by the Guest Relations Officer (GRO) on arrival before boarding the private tender for your transfer to the ship. On arrival, settle in to your cabin and join a welcome briefing including Safety procedures and introduction to your Yasawa Princess cruise experience. At this informal session you will meet your fellow travellers, the dive team and crew members who will assist you throughout your cruise. Later, enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail on the Bar/Restaurant deck and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
DAY 2 - TUESDAY - DEPART
Anchorage and cross Vaadhoo Channel to South Male’ Atoll.
Morning and afternoon visit the beautiful beach at Kalhuhuraa, where you can relax and soak up the sun, take a dip in the warm Indian Ocean. Beach Umbrellas will be placed on the sand bank for some shade (depending on wind conditions).
DIVING:
Vaagali Caves – Easy Divesite as a start located outside the picnic island Vaagali. Some Overhangs along the wall, lot of schooling fish and Napoleons, Whitetips and Sting rays can be spotted. Vaagali Thila – Large Pinnacle in Vaagali Chanel, with beautiful coral and fish life. With incoming current there is a good possibility of sighting Schooling sharks crusing in the current.
DAY 3 - WEDNESDAY - SOUTH MALE ATOLL
Short Cruise within the atoll to Rannalhi.
Today visit the resort island of Rannali, a small boutique resort located on the western edge of South Male Atoll. There is easy access to the fringing reef for snorkellers and swimmers. You're also welcome to utilise the resorts facilities, including the spa (additional expense). An evening fishing trip will be organised by the crew, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Traditional hand-line will be used.
DIVING:
Guraidhoo Corner – one of the best dive sites in south male’ atoll for its reef formation & Fish Life. With current coming in to the atoll you will see Grey Reefs, White Tipped Reef Sharks, Schooling Eagle Rays and Dog Tooth Tuna’s Pass-ing By Villivaru Giri - small pinnacle inside the atoll with lots of fish and beautiful over-hangs. Good site for smaller special things like Frog Fish, Ghost pipe fish, and many more.
DAY 4 - THURSDAY - VAAVU FELIDU ATOLL
Early Morning Cross the channel into Vaavu Felidu Atoll to reach Alimatha Sand bank ( Approx 5 Hrs)
Located on the Eastern Edge of the Atoll. A big turquoise lagoon surrounds this sand bar and an attractive reef to snorkel. Morning and afternoon will be spent on this sand bank. Lunch will be served on the boat. Sun Umbrellas will be placed for shade if the conditions are favorable.
Optional: Night Snorkeling Session on Alimatha Resort House Reef, this excursion has been one of the favorites among our guests. Huge Nurse Sharks, Sting Rays & Travallys can be spotted throughout this experience. Chargeable USD 15.00 incl. GST
DIVING:
Miyaru kandu – Channel Dive, where you cross the channel from one side to the other looking out for larger pelagic’s like Sharks and Eagle rays passing by.
Devana kandu – Narrow Channel with a reef in the middle. Ideal for Big Fish, like sharks, Napoleon and Eagle Rays. Turtles can be also sighted on the shallower part of the dive.
DAY 5 - FRIDAY - ANBARAA & BEACH BBQ
Leisurely Cruise in the morning to Anbaraa
Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise to Anbaraa, on the north western side of Vaavu Atoll. Enjoy a picnic lunch before an afternoon of snorkelling and relaxation at the beach. In the evening head ashore for a beach BBQ. The chefs will prepare a traditional Maldivian feast with drinks and music, while you enjoy the amazing beauty and a spot of stargazing.
DIVING:
Rakeedhoo Kandu – Corner of rakeedhoo channel offers weel grown hard coral and overhangs, covered with soft corals on the roof. Bigger Pelagic fish can be spotted with in coming current.
DAY 6 - SATURDAY - SOUTH ARI ATOLL
Early Morning Cross the channel to South Ari Atoll (Aprox. 6Hrs)
Cruise the tropical waters throughout the morning before reaching the South Ari Atoll and its picturesque beach at around lunch time. Snorkellers and divers will enjoy the fringing reef which has many fine hard corals.
DIVING:
Kuda Rah Thila – Protected dive site, small pinnacle starting top reef at around 16m with soft corals and overhangs. Thousands of Blue Stripped Snappers can be found at the top of this reef.
Machafushi Wreck – Only Wreck in the region, a pourposely sunk, small cargo freighter. Lots of Coral Has grown on top of the making it an healthy artificial reef. Lots of Glass fish inside crevices, lion fish, scorpion and stone fishes can be spotted.
DAY 7 - SUNDAY - ARIADHOO & MAAMAGILI
Short Cruise from Oshagali to Ariadhoo
Take a short cruise to Ariadhoo, an agricultural Island with many plantations. Once again there will be time for snorkelling and swimming before a late afternoon visit to the town of Maamagili to explore the local lifestyle and perhaps purchase some souvenirs. Optional: Whale shark excursion' Board a traditional dhoni in search of these gentle giants. This region in the Maldives has the highest probability of finding the Whale Shark (additional expense on board).
DAY 8 -MONDAY - MAAMAGILI
At the mid point of the cruise, Yasawa Princess will be anchored off Maamagili Domestic Airport as seven day cruisers depart and arrive. At least one excursion will be provided throughout the day.
DAY 9 - TUESDAY - HURASDHOO ISLAND
Short Cruise North West inside the Atoll to Hurasdhoo
A short morning cruise brings us to Hurasdhoo, a small deserted island with white sandy beaches. Snorkel over the fringing reef or relax with a good book under the beach umbrellas.
Optional: Manta Ray excursion, guests will go out to Rangali Madivaru, a manta ray cleaning station. Peak Season (January – April) (chargeable USD 15 incl GST).
Night Fishing - Tonight’s fishing trip is targeted for reef fish with traditional Handline bottom fishing technique. Whilst we encourage the practice of “catch and release” and sustainable fishing practices, we are also happy to help out and take back a fish for dinner.
DIVING:
Angaga Thila – Small pinnacle with a top reef of 6-8 Meters. Turtles feed the corals on the top reef while sharks cruises in the current. Can circle around the pinnacle.
Aiyabe Thila – 100m Long Pinnacle, we only dive one side of this pinnacle, a large overhang covers the edge of the reef with beautiful hard and soft corals. Sharks can be spotted if there is a drift.
DAY 10 - WEDNESDAY - EMBUDU ISLAND
Embudu
Embudu is a small deserted island on the western edge of the atoll, with a few plantations and a long stretch of white sandy beach. Morning and afternoon excursions will be on offer, and if conditions are favourable beach umbrellas are placed for shade on the beach. The fringing reef around the island offers good snorkelling and with a bit of luck you might even see turtles or eagle rays gliding by.
DIVING:
Moofushi Kandu – A Channel dive with a Manta Cleaning Station. Lots of fish Life, with incoming current Grey Greef Sharks, White Tips, Eagle rays can be spotted infront of the channel.
Embudu Thila – Small pinnacle with a shallow top reef of 5-6 meters, healthy coral all around the pinnacle home for many reef Fishes.
DAY 11 - THURSDAY - RAIYDHIGAA ISLAND & BEACH BBQ
Raiydhigaa
Enjoy a full day to explore Raiydhigaa Island. The reef surrounding the island has an enclosed lagoon with two narrow channels for ships to enter. The island has a long white sandy beach on one end and snorkellers can easily swim from the beach to deeper water. The chefs will pack you a picnic lunch, enabling you to make the most of your time ashore. After freshening up on board in the late afternoon, return to the beach for an evening beach BBQ. Enjoy an evening of music and entertainment ashore.
DIVING:
Dega Thila – A Macro fans dream, 2 coral formations separated from the main reef is full with soft corals and schooling fish. Leaf Fishes & Ghost Pipe fishes can be spotted with some luck.
Miyaru Gaa Thila – Small pinnacle with a top reef of 5-6 meters, ideal to dive slow looking for octopuses, scorpion and lionfish. Sharks and Sting rays can be found resting on the bottom.
DAY 12 - FRIDAY - ALIKOI RAH
Alikoi Rah
Alikoi Rah beach is located in the centre of Ari Atoll, surrounding a well-grown reef. Snorkellers love this fringing reef as there are many species of fish, turtles and rays to spot. In the evening, take a sunset cruise to Maay
DIVING:
Fish Head – underwater pinnacle . Thrilling Overhangs and abundance of Fish Life. One of the best in the region.
Kandu Thila – Narrow submerged reef located inside a very wide channel. Ex-pect to see White Tip and Grey Reef Sharks and Napoleon Wrasse
DAY 13 - SATURDAY - ARI ATOLL
Maayafushi Sandbank
Maayafushi Sandbank is a sand bank located at the northern edge of ari atoll. Flocks of common Seabirds can be found on this sand bar. Reef with lots of nice coral and fish for snorkeling. Sun Umbrellas will be setup if the conditions are favorable.
DIVING:
Maaya Thila - one of the most famous night dive site in the Maldives, Sharks and sting rays hunt at this site at night.
Bathala Maagaa Kan - an extension of the reef sloping down inside a channel, with large pelagics crossing the channel.
DAY 14 - SUNDAY - CRUISING TO MALE
Cross Alihuras Kandu, head back to Male’
Today there is the opportunity for a final swim in the warm Indian Ocean water before the Captain points Yasawa Princess towards Male. The journey from North Ari Atoll to Male will take around five hours, and on arrival the dhoni will be ready to take you to Male’ the capital of Maldives. Visit the local fish market, wander around and have an ice cream or do some final shopping for souvenirs. Return to the ship for a final night onboard.
DAY 15 - MONDAY - DISEMBARK YASAWA PRINCESS IN MALE
End of a 2 week Cruise
After a relaxing breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean it's time to farewell the crew of the Yasawa Princess at the end of this two week cruise. Transfer to the airport is provided.
Your Team
Accommodation
AccommodationGood accommodations are vital to your enjoyment on tour, so we pre-screen before selecting. Hotels are as shown, although it may be necessary to substitute with an alternate hotel of equivalent standard.