Itineraries
Each Scubaspa route is designed to showcase the very best of the Maldives, from vibrant coral reefs and world-famous dive sites to secluded sandbanks and local island visits.
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Central Atolls
Best of the Maldives
Available year-round
Seasonal: Special Love Whale Sharks Weeks, Special Love Mantas Weeks, Special Solo Travelers Cruises
The Central Atolls itinerary delivers the classic Maldives diving experience. Ideal for divers of all levels, this route showcases vibrant reefs, thrilling channel dives, pinnacles, walls, wrecks, and renowned night dives. Marine life sightings may include turtles, manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, reef fish, and eagle rays.
The Best of the Maldives itinerary is 7 nights long. This cruise is also ideal for non-divers and mixed groups, with plenty to experience beyond diving, from snorkeling and sandbanks to spa, wellness and island visits.
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Far North
Hanifaru Bay and Manta Encounters
Available every year between August and September
The Far North offers a different side of the Maldives through two routes: Classic North and Far Far North. Explore vibrant reefs, channels and pinnacles, with encounters ranging from reef sharks and eagle rays to rare guitar sharks in the remote northernmost atolls.
Both 7-night routes include Hanifaru Bay, famous for its seasonal manta ray gatherings from August to September. Ideal for divers and non-divers alike, these itineraries also offer snorkeling, island visits, spa and wellness experiences.
Please note that domestic flights are required for these routes.
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Deep South
Channel Dives and Big Pelagics
Available every year between January and March
Seasonal: Special themed weeks may be announced
The Deep South explores the southernmost atolls of the Maldives, known for exhilarating channel dives, strong currents and encounters with large pelagic species. Marine life sightings may include tiger sharks, hammerheads, bull sharks, silky sharks, grey reef sharks and silvertips. Selected departures also visit Fuvahmulah, known for its tiger sharks, thresher sharks and oceanic mantas.
Operating primarily between January and March, these 7-night itineraries are designed for experienced divers with Advanced Open Water certification and at least 100 logged dives. Between dives, guests can enjoy spa treatments, wellness activities and life on board.
Please note that domestic flights are required for these routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before coming aboard Scubaspa Maldives
What is included in the cruise price?
Your cruise includes accommodation, all meals, snacks, coffee and tea, bathroom amenities and toiletries, morning yoga, snorkelling, and scheduled land-based activities.
Your main activities will depend on the package you choose. Our Scuba, Spa and Scuba & Spa packages include different combinations of diving and spa treatments. Visit our Packages page to compare what is included and find the option that suits you best.
Do I need to be a certified diver to join a Scubaspa liveaboard trip?
No. Non-divers are welcome aboard Scubaspa. For the Scuba package, a minimum Open Water certification is required on our Central Atolls and Far North itineraries. Non-divers wishing to become certified can complete their PADI Open Water course onboard during a Central Atolls or Far North itinerary by booking the Scuba & Spa package. For the Deep South, Advanced certification and a minimum of 100 logged dives are required.
What is the difference between Yin and Yang?
Yin and Yang liveaboards are sister vessels, identical in accommodation, amenities, services, and onboard standards. Yin was launched in 2013, followed by Yang in 2014, so you can expect the same Scubaspa experience aboard either vessel.
How many dives are offered during a cruise?
Up to 17 dives.