Ariyal Liveaboard, Maldives

Name: Explore Maldives (Male - Male)
Start: 2026-11-29
End: 2026-12-06
Location: Maldives

8.6 Fabulous

Nitrox available
Free Internet
Free Nitrox
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly

from $ 228 / day Check dates

“I had an amazing experience during my stay at the Ariyal with amazing crew and other fellow divers. The dives were diverse and fun…”
Austin L, Netherlands

Highlights

Jacuzzi on board
Home Cinema

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, 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 / night), Fuel Surcharge ($15-20 / day), Mandatory Service Charge ($150 / trip).

Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Wine with Dinner, Nitrox Course ($220 / activity), Private Dive Guide ($650 / trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($650 / activity), Jet Ski, Snorkel Gear, Wakeboarding, Water Ski.

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Boat features

Free Internet
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Stand Up Paddleboard
Water Ski
Wakeboarding
Jet Ski
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Laundry Service
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Fishing
Available for Charter
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Beach BBQ
Fine Wines Selection
Welcome Cocktails
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food
Set Menu Dinner

If you have any specific dietary requirements whilst on-board your cruise, you can add this to your special requests on step 2 of the booking form. We advise limiting these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.

Diving

Nitrox available
Free Nitrox
DIN Adaptors
Tenders for diving

Languages Spoken

The crew speaks English.

Gear Rental

Equipment is available for rent on this boat. Please provide your rental needs on the booking form. If the rental gear is not included in the price, you will need to pay for it on board the boat. Show prices

Drawings & Vessel Layouts

Cabin Types

Boat Specifications

Year built: 2024

Length: 45 meters

Beam: 10 meters

Top speed: 14 knots

Cruising speed: 10 knots

Engines: 1 x 1000hp – diesel engine

Max guests: 26

Number of cabins: 13

Number of bathrooms: 13

Tenders: 1

Water capacity: 18000 tons

Fuel capacity: 80000 liters

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Ariyal Reviews

8.6 Fabulous

Vessel

9.0
Crew

8.2
Food

9.0
Diving

8.2
Value

8.5

9.2 Superb
Austin L
Netherlands

Comfortable stay and exciting dives
I had an amazing experience during my stay at the Ariyal with amazing crew and other fellow divers. The dives were diverse and fun. The food was also very good and plenty of snacks to eat in between. Lastly, the rooms are really big with large ensuite bathrooms
Recommended for
Boat comfort. Value for money. Crew.
29 Jul, 2026

10 Exceptional
Damien D
Switzerland

Great, we're looking forward to the next one.
The trip of the boat and the dives that were planned were really nice. They allowed us to see lots of different species in abundance.
Recommended for
The crew, the guides, as well as all the other members. The comfort of the cabin. Food.
23 Jul, 2026

Translated from French

9.2 Superb
Patrick T
France

To be done again
Relive the encounter with the mantas still as magical even after 3 trips to the Maldives
Recommended for
The dives. A room just for me. Air conditioning.
13 Aug, 2026

Translated from French

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.
30 Sep, 2025

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9.2 Superb
Philippe M
Canada

Overall good experience
Happy I went on this trip!
Recommended for
Great boat, nice and new. Good diving given the conditions. Decent food.
20 Feb, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Aaron S
Germany

Ariyal 2026 central Atolls
I had an awesome time on board of the Ariyal. The overall vibe was great. I got along really well with the other travelers. The diving was great, we encountered lots of mantas and reef sharks. Unfortunately we hab two days with terrible weather. (It was the rainy season) On these two days the conditions were so bad that we could only do one dive per day. Nonetheless the guides and the crew did everything in their might to make our time pleasant. I'd recommend to have the AOWD and the Nitrox course to really male the most of your diving on this liveaboard since a lot of the divesites range up to 30 Meters in depth.
Recommended for
Diving & Wildlife. Other Travelers. Overall Vibe.
08 Aug, 2026

10 Exceptional
Akvile Z
Lithuania

Incredible trip on amazing new boat!
First time doing a liveaboard and the trip was just incredible. The ship is super new and just built this year, everything is fresh and clean. The food was very delicious and fresh. The dive guides we got - Teygo and Sadu were awesome. Everything felt very safe, clear and had no issues during the trip, dive guides were caring and attentive. Overall, awesome value for money, and highly recommended.
Recommended for
Ship staff and dive guides. Dive sites. The quality of the ship.
18 Nov, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Ping Chih K
Taiwan

Fleeting Journey, Lasting Memories
Chasing sharks and mantas is pure excitement. The manta night dance is pure magic."
Recommended for
The Dhoni crew are so helpful and friendly.. Dive guides are professional.. The fish on the boat was delicious—they even served us sashimi!".
17 May, 2026

10 Exceptional
Maike S
Switzerland

Pure luxury and great dive sites
My liveaboard with Ariyal was a consistently great experience. As soon as I entered the ship, I immediately felt at home – the entire crew and the dive guides were extremely friendly, warm and professional.There is real luxury on board: the cabins are comfortable, the beds are made twice a day, and there are fresh towels every day. The food was also excellent – maybe even too much of a good thing – but definitely varied and tasty.The dive sites were very well planned, with a balanced mix of thilas, drift dives, night dives and stations with feeding. The reefs we visited were beautiful – mostly colorful and vibrant.In strong currents, reef hooks were used, which made the diving particularly impressive. At the same time, attention was always paid to safety – safety standards were taken seriously, but a certain degree of personal responsibility was also required, which I appreciate very much.The flexibility of the team is particularly noteworthy: When one or two guests ran out of air faster, larger tanks were easily provided so that everyone could enjoy the same diving experience.Even though a maximum depth of 30 meters and a diving time of 45 minutes applies in the Maldives, 60-minute dives were also made possible under suitable conditions - another example of individual support.
Recommended for
Dive. Service on board. Luxury.
28 Jul, 2025

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10 Exceptional
Rachel G
United States

The best vacation we have ever been on!
This was the best vacation / experience my son & I have ever had. Amazing dives, friendly staff, great food and good value for the money. Thank you to everyone on the Ariyal who made our holiday so special and memorable.
Recommended for
The dive guides, especially Naphsu. The food and bar staff. The cleaning service - boat was very clean.
21 Aug, 2025

133 reviews

8.6 Fabulous
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9.6 Exceptional
Rachel T
Singapore

Your #1 Gateway to the Maldives: A Liveaboard
Ariyal was my 2nd liveaboard and was quite an upgrade in terms of the space and amenities on the boat with the spacious ensuite shower and comfortable beds! I loved the route that Ariyal was able to offer which gave a great mix of dive sites and different scuba experiences. Would've loved to have done Hanifaru Bay as well but unfortunately for us, the conditions were not right... Beyond the basic diving, Ariyal also offers some certifications for capabilities like Nitrox which my dive group was able to do. That was quite a seamless experience early on in our trip which helped make every dive after so much better in terms of us being less tired, etc. Our dive guide Wish was also excellent in managing our group's air consumption, pointing out cool stuff and making sure we were safe as well. Him and the rest of the crew were wonderful! Thank you so much for a great time in the Maldives!
Recommended for
Route & dive spots, was super worth it!. Dive guides like Wish that helped us have a great time whilst staying safe.. Space, the boat is large enough for you to enjoy both alone time and time mixing around..
11 Jul, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Leonore S
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.
17 Jul, 2025

10 Exceptional
Diego J
Chile

The ultimate diving vacation experience
Ariyal changed my diving life!I recommend it to all divers who want to venture to a liveaboard. It is an experience that has no words.The vessel Ariyal and its crew provided a high level of professional service, from their personalized attention to comfortable sleep and excellent food.Meeting people from so many places in the world is phenomenal and Ariyal contributed a lot to it.
Recommended for
The diving experience. Excellent hotel service. Meet people.
14 Jun, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Gautier V
France

An unforgettable liveaboard experience with great dives, a friendly crew, and a relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip.
The atmosphere on board was relaxed and friendly, the crew made everyone feel welcome. The boat was comfortable with plenty of space to unwind between dives, and everything ran smoothly throughout the trip. It was the perfect mix of great diving, good company, and excellent service.
Recommended for
Boat facilities – comfortable setup with spacious shared areas.. Crew service – the crew was friendly, attentive, and always ready to assist.. Dive planning – well-balanced schedule, making it easy to follow without feeling too intense..
28 Oct, 2025

10 Exceptional
chloe B
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.
16 Aug, 2025

9.2 Superb
Joseph F
United Kingdom

Excellent diving without the crowds
We did the classic Maldives route which can get busy. However, the guides were excellent at selecting dive sites and timings, meaning we had most dive sites to ourselves. The boat is new and comfortable with plenty of space for everyone. The dives were excellent (as they normally are!) and the briefings were detailed and informative.
Recommended for
Very comfortable cabins. Spacious boat. Great diving without the crowds.
03 Jan, 2025

8.8 Fabulous
Charlotte B
United Kingdom

A good relaxing trip
I had a really good time on the boat, we had a great week. The boat is beautiful (though for a new boat a few things need to be addressed, it rains inside). the rooms are very spacious for a diving boat, the staff is very friendly and helpful. Dive guides were great (1 dive guide for 6 people). The food was really good, fresh fish in sashimi was the highlight.
Recommended for
Room spacious and clean. Fresh fish for lunch and dinner. Crew friendly.
01 Feb, 2025

10 Exceptional
Jeiram J
United Kingdom

Truly unforgettable experience!
Hands down an incredible liveaboard! The team were fantastic, providing the best service and always accommodating to your needs. Food was fresh and was not repetitive. Lounge area was spacious and always clean. Rooms were great and always well maintained. But the diving was the phenomenal part... lots of giant mantas, green and hawskbill turtles, healthy reefs, bull sharks, tiger sharks, spinner sharks, general reef sharks etc. The two best experiences during the holiday was the night diving with the manta rays which was an amazing thing to experience. Also, the final days dive at Hulhumale Neru with the bulls, tigers, spinners and other sharks. There was 25 guests in total and everyone on board was incredible, friendly and amazing. They truly made the holiday unforgettable. I'd highly recommend the Ariyal to anyone seeking a high class liveaboard with a well put itinerary.
Recommended for
Incredible service from the staff. Incredible diving. The guests on board were the friendliest I've met across all Liveaboards I've done.
18 Jun, 2026

10 Exceptional
Shuping S
Taiwan

Relaxing, Feel like Home, great people and Amazing Wildlife
Highly recommended Liveaboard Ariyal! This is my 2nd time with this Luxury and Comfy boat with friendly crew, feel more like home instead of commercial boat and soooo relaxing after diving. Diving arrangement, briefing and sites are wonderful this time, number of sharks and rays and abundant wildlife was definitely amazing even during the low season with not so wonderful visibility due to nutrition for new born wildlife, but the rich wildlife is definitely world class, so happy to see many many fish species! Dhoni boat staff are very helpful to help everyone ready get in and out of water, and always with their smiles! All Crews are friendly and room was cleaned up during first dive, mixed western and eastern food with fresh vegetables and fruits which I love, are well prepared after diving too. And so lucky to meet many friendly and experienced divers during past 2 Liveaboard at Ariyal, they sharing not only their experiences, support each other (junior diver) but also culture exchange and some even with great stories of their life!
Recommended for
Spacious and feel like home Boat. Friendly crew. Delicious food and great service.
23 May, 2025

10 Exceptional
Francesco G
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.
21 Jul, 2025

9.2 Superb
emilie C
France

Great trip with great people
Enjoyed every day of this trip thanks to great diving sites and the staff's kindness, making their best to please us and let us have all the fun possible!
Recommended for
dive spots. kindness of staff. boat comfort.
22 Jan, 2025

9.2 Superb
Robert E
United States

Excellent in every way.
Loved everything about this trip. So good and we are coming back! The flight from Colorado was long but well worth the effort. The crew and guides were excellent! Saadu, Shamil and Token were outstanding!!!
Recommended for
The crew and guides were awesome. The marine life they showed us was the best. Maldives experience was super.
23 Jul, 2026

10 Exceptional
Julitta U
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.
11 Aug, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Maximo P
Italy

Cruise and dive Paradise !
Very well-programmed cruise, confortable cabins, excelent diving activities, kindness of all crew. Very recommendable for all divers !
Recommended for
Marvelous diving spots. Perfect organization and professional dive guides. Food, crew services and friendliness.
29 Apr, 2025

9.2 Superb
Omar B
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.
15 Sep, 2025

9.2 Superb
Kerstin B
Austria

really a great experience with varied dives
As a beginner diver, this was our first liveaboard. We saw everything from whale sharks, manta rays, turtles to octopus, large schools of fish and shrimps. Very impressive dives, which were above all varied. We hadn't had any drift dives before, but the dive guides always explained everything in detail during the briefings. Very good food. Sometimes I was given something vegetarian in my place, which I was really happy about. Great beach BBQ on a really nice island.We spent the last night spontaneously in a hotel, as our return flight was late in the evening, and here we were very supported by the team in the handling and organization.
Recommended for
Manta, whale shark, wreck, lots of sharks. very nice and polite crew. great boat, lots of different dive sites.
27 May, 2025

9.2 Superb
CHUNYEN C
Taiwan

Comfortable rooms, delicious food, and safe diving
Comfortable rooms, delicious food, and safe diving
Recommended for
Room. Food. Diving.
28 May, 2026

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10 Exceptional
Carlos L
United States

Great experience
We enjoyed the trip a lot. The dive guides were excellent The chef and the food were great and the Cabins were very good. The only thing that we did not like was there were little cockroaches in some areas
Recommended for
Punctual, very friendly. Room comfortable. Great Dive guides.
30 May, 2026

8.8 Fabulous
Heidi R
Austria

Big fish diving with the Ariyal
New ship, very attentive crew, Sauperkeit tip top, food excellent, everything tasted good!! One of the highlights was diving in the port of Male with countless different species of sharks and rays. Once a cool beach barbecue took place on an island. On the last evening, we were able to admire a huge fireworks display on the occasion of the national holiday in the port of Male from the yacht.
Recommended for
Dive with tiger sharks and hammerhead sharks in the port of Male. Maya Thila Nightdive. Nurse Shark Diving.
31 Jul, 2025

10 Exceptional
Sol C
Australia

Paradise!
Our time on the Ariyal in the Maldives was nothing short of spectacular. From breathtaking dive sites to top-notch service, every moment was unforgettable. The crew was incredibly attentive, the food was outstanding, and the underwater adventures were insane—teeming with marine life like we’d never seen before. It was an experience of a lifetime that we’d recommend to anyone seeking a mix of adventure and luxury in paradise!
Recommended for
Staff. Friendliness. Great Boay.
24 Jan, 2025