Ariyal Liveaboard, Maldives
8.5 Fabulous - Nitrox available
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- Free Nitrox
“The diving safari on the Ariyal was an absolute dream! From the very first moment, I felt completely welcome – the crew is warm, a…”
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 (150 USD per week), 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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- 8.5 Fabulous
- Vessel 9.0
- Crew 8.1
- Food 9.0
- Diving 8.2
- Value 8.4
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Ping Chih K
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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!".
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- 10 Exceptional
- Patricia K
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Germany
An unforgettable adventure in the Maldives – the Ariyal is simply exceptional!
The diving safari on the Ariyal was an absolute dream! From the very first moment, I felt completely welcome – the crew is warm, attentive, and truly passionate about what they do. The captain guides the ship with calm confidence and the guides are amazing – professional, caring, and full of enthusiasm for the underwater world. Every dive was a magical experience – encounters with manta rays, sharks, and vibrant coral reefs that I’ll never forget. The encounter with a whale shark will also remain unforgettable. Life on board was just as wonderful: delicious food, cozy cabins, and a warm, family-like atmosphere. Thank you to the entire Ariyal crew – you made this journey in the Maldives an unforgettable experience! 🌊🤿💙
- Recommended for
- Crew. Ship. Divesides.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Carlos L
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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
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- Punctual, very friendly. Room comfortable. Great Dive guides.
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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
- Maike S
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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.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Gautier V
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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..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Mireia H
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Spain
Amazing trip
It was amazing the experience.
- Recommended for
- Boat. Service. Staff.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Audrey H
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Malaysia
Excellent week of diving on a very comfortable boat
I had a most enjoyable week on the Ariyal - I had beautiful and spacious room on the main deck. The common areas are very well appointed - and great for socialising, relaxing and for briefings. Lots of outdoor spaces to lounge about, including shaded areas. The diving was excellent, although visibility was not the best during the low season. I would definitely recommend this boat to my friends.
- Recommended for
- Very comfortable boat - lovely room, and social areas both indoors and outdoors. Excellent diving even in the low season. Very helpful crew.
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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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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Heidi R
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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.
