Ariyal Liveaboard, Maldives
8.6 Fabulous - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- Free Nitrox
“We have just finished a seven day live aboard dive expedition on the Ariyal. Though the conditions can be challenging at times be…”
Highlights
The Ariyal is a 45-meter/148-foot-long liveaboard taking 26 passengers in 13 cabins on diving adventures in the Maldives. There are three types of rooms: 7 State Cabins on the lower deck, 2 Sea View Suites on the main deck, and 4 Sea View Suites on the upper deck. All cabins feature ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, and modern amenities. The lower deck cabins provide twin beds, and the sea view suites offer king-size beds and sofa beds. Guests can enjoy a spacious second deck equipped with a freshwater jacuzzi.
Ariyal also boasts a range of onboard facilities and activities. It includes 2 Yamaha Jetskis, paddleboards, wakeboards, water skis, and various inflatables for water sports enthusiasts. Beach BBQ setups with portable grills, speakers, and dining furniture are available for shore excursions. The boat is equipped for fishing with 24 line fishing sets. Onboard entertainment includes a 75” smart TV in the lounge, WiFi, a PlayStation 5, portable Bose speakers, and board games. Whether seeking adventure or relaxation, Ariyal promises an unforgettable experience on the Maldivian seas.
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Included: VAT, Port Fees, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Special Dinner, Diving Package, Nitrox, Fishing, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkeling Guide, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels, WiFi internet.
Required Extras: Environment Tax (12 USD per night), Fuel Surcharge (15-20 USD per day), Mandatory Service Charge (150 USD per trip).
Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Wine with Dinner, Nitrox Course (220 USD per activity), Private Dive Guide (650 USD per trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (650 USD per activity), Jet Ski, Snorkel Gear, Wakeboarding, Water Ski.
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Ariyal Reviews
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- 8.6 Fabulous
- Vessel 9.0
- Crew 8.2
- Food 8.9
- Diving 8.2
- Value 8.4
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- 9.2 Superb
- Omar B
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Oman
First time , but will definitely go again
I had an excellent time on this liveaboard. The boat was very comfortable and spotlessly clean, making the stay relaxing and enjoyable. The dive guides were outstanding – highly professional, with clear and detailed briefings that gave confidence before every dive. Even though it was the low season, the dive sites were incredible. We were lucky to enjoy amazing sightings of sharks and manta rays, which made the experience truly unforgettable. Overall, a fantastic trip that exceeded expectations
- Recommended for
- The Dive guides and the dives. The relaxing atmosphere. Very helpful crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- YOUNG SUN S
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South Korea
My best ever liveaboard at Maldives
Aside from a day or two of less favorable weather due to the off-season, the trip overall was extremely satisfying. The condition of the boat and rooms was excellent, and the crew members were so friendly that by the last day, it almost felt like saying goodbye to family. I’d love to come aboard again if I get the chance.
- Recommended for
- Boat / Room condition. Dive guide. Dive points.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Francesco G
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Australia
Highly recommended experience
We have just finished a seven day live aboard dive expedition on the Ariyal. Though the conditions can be challenging at times because of currents, the diving is superb and the dive masters are exceptional. They made sure we were safe at all times and organised a thrilling variety of experiences. You will certainly return with amazing photos and videos. Our room was spacious with a large ensuite, the food was delicious and plentiful and the staff went out of their way to make the trip memorable. A beachfront dinner was a highlight, the communal areas fitted with every luxury. Enjoy your trip, I am looking forward to booking a new expedition with them in the near future. Mary and Frank Gammilonghi
- Recommended for
- Excellent guide divemaster. Size of room and ensuite. Service staff and food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Pablo R
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Spain
100% recommended
It was our first liveaboard and it was a spectacular experience. Both the boat and the people have been amazing. The dive boat is spacious and very comfortable. The food was very tasty and varied. If you come in the rainy season the visibility will not be very good, but the marine life is still amazing. A highly recommended experience!
- Recommended for
- Food. Crew. Large and clean room.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Julitta U
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Poland
Must do if you’re a passionate diver and highly recommend Ariyal boat with its crew
I joined Ariyal 3rd August 2025 - I booked the trip in 2024 and what attracted me to this offer was the price and the fact that the boat was new. Everything, from the comfort of the cabin, to all 16 dives we did, the crew and the team of divers, was incredible and I couldn’t expect anything more. Tip if you will join: bring pegs for drying your gear/clothes, start interacting with people from the first moment on the boat, mark your gear/clothes with your initials, bring your water bottle. Tip for the boat: create a board with the crew’s photos and names, use the top deck more often. Thank you to the crew and our amazing team of divers for making this an unforgettable adventure!
- Recommended for
- The people. All the diving. Amazing experience.
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- 10 Exceptional
- ADRIANA G
- Spain
An experience of 10
I only have good words for my trip on the Ariyal the boat is new and the staff is super attentive, the dive guides are very good, the food is excellent, the attention is 10, highly recommended to spend an amazing week of diving.
- Recommended for
- The facilities. The staff. The food.
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- 10 Exceptional
- chloe B
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United Kingdom
Epic trip and so many incredible memories
This was our first liveaboard and we loved every second of it. Firstly; the boat itself is spacious and has lots of nice areas to relax, the top deck was our favourite, we had a cabin on the upper deck and was spacious enough for two and good sized bathroom. The rooms on the middle deck are even larger, a friend had one of those and everything kept very clean, there was even a set of 5kg weights if you wanted to do a little workout!! The crew; super friendly, loved to hang out and chat, excellent service and food was plenty and lots of variety, if you have specific dietary needs such as being vegan you will want to take your own milk if you enjoy tea and coffee. The day to day is well organized and just effortless as a guest. The dive guides, exceptional dive briefings by Shamil before every dive with safety being by the main focus every time and currents and we loved our dive guide Allatey, had a sharp eye for the big fish and we saw so so much, he even made some amazing go pro videos that he shared with the group. We had the most wonderful dive group and we have made forever friends. Dive gear was good quality mainly Seac BCDs and any issues like o rings etc were resolved promptly, the dive boat crew work really hard. The beach bbq was highlight, literally on an island in the middle of nowhere! We had the best time and cannot wait to do it again. TIPS: -Bring your own x large pegs for drying your items mine kept disappearing not bothered but handy to bring your own. -Pack some mints for after each dive the nitrox after a couple of days will dry your mouth out. -You will literally wear the same 3 pairs of shorts and t shirts the whole week don’t over pack - have 4 sets of swimwear to rotate and dry -bring a small dry bag for the dive boat
- Recommended for
- The dive sites. The guests and crew. The quality and comfort of the boat.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Guo Ren T
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Singapore
Great trip!!
The boat is really really good! Everything looks new, the room is amazing, clean and spacious. The boat is huge, even thought there are 23 guests, there are plenty of spaces to move around and chill. The dive guides are good and professional, I love the dive briefing slides that they made. The food is good too, so much things to eat every day. The diving was great too, the dive boat with the tanks are big and spacious too. Overall diving is good but can be better, I will come back again to Maldives!
- Recommended for
- Boat comfort. Diving. Value for money.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Leonore S
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Austria
Definitely recommend, but check the current-saisons if you want to see more actions in the water
It was a great liveaboard with some average dives (due to hardly any current and the corresponding lack of marine life) and some excellent dives. The crew is extremely friendly and helpful. I wish I had been assigned to another group that would have suited my level better, but I'll dig deeper next time.
- Recommended for
- Top boot and cleanliness. Top Customer Service. Food was excellent.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Lijing W
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China
Extraordinary diving experience with a great companion
The whole trip was exceeded my expectations. This was my first liveaboard experience. As expected, I was able to have multiple dives each day, all those dives really helped me to consolidate my diving experiences, although my progress might be a bit slow but I was happy to see my own improvement and my confidence was built up gradually. Wish - our Dive Guide was brilliant with rich experiences and great patience. He guided our team to see more than other teams, lucky us :) The accommodation on the boat was great, comfortable enough. The service team were nice and attentative all the time. Its a shame I didn't even ask their name. Hope to back again for another liveaboard trip next year.
- Recommended for
- Accommodation. Food quality. Service standards.
