Ariyal Liveaboard, Maldives
8.6 Fabulous - Nitrox available
- Free Internet
- Free Nitrox
“A great trip!!The staff is wonderful, the boat is spotless, the food is delicious and the dive spots are great. The diving instruc…”
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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- 10 Exceptional
- Alejandro L
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Spain
Super happy
We had an unforgettable experience at the Liveaboard Ariyal, where we celebrated the second week of our honeymoon. From the first moment, the treatment was exceptional: knowing that we were on our honeymoon, they surprised us with a cake and a bottle of prosecco. A beautiful detail!All the staff of the boat were always super attentive 24 hours a day, taking care of every detail so that we did not miss anything. The four dive guides are a real blast: Ali, Alex, Shamil and Wish, cracks! We hired a private guide, which was a great choice, but we also found that groups of five per divemaster work great; All the divers seemed very happy.The food was delicious, with snacks between meals that always came in handy. Dinner on the deserted island was simply magical.Without a doubt, we would repeat without thinking about it! A diving experience and care that exceeds expectations.
- Recommended for
- Good diving. Excellent guides. Very spacious boat.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Carlota E
- Spain
A great ship and its crew even more so!!
A great trip!!The staff is wonderful, the boat is spotless, the food is delicious and the dive spots are great. The diving instructors care a lot about the dives being wonderful and that we can enjoy them and see as much marine life as possible. It was a great ship where the attention is 5 stars, the room is better than a hotel and the common areas are great. I can't say anything bad. Everything was very good!! I'll be back!! Thank you Ariyal Team!!
- Recommended for
- The team of people. The dives. The boat.
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- 10 Exceptional
- ying D
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China
Highly recommend for groups
My first liveaboard dive trip and it is a great one. Ariyal boat is so new and our staff are kind/our dive guides (especially my group DM - Wish, hope to see you again soon) are also very professional/helpful. We were assigned with a group of Spanish guests, they showed how wonderful if you are travelling as a group.
- Recommended for
- New boat. Staff hospitality. Perfect schedule.
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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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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Stéfanie G
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Canada
An Unforgettable Dive Experience Aboard the Ariyal – Maldives
An Unforgettable Dive Experience Aboard the Ariyal – Maldives We just came back from an incredible week aboard the Ariyal liveaboard, and it was nothing short of amazing. The boat itself is spotlessly clean and luxurious, with excellent amenities that make the experience both comfortable and relaxing. Our room was spacious and well-appointed, providing a perfect place to unwind between dives. The crew was outstanding—always attentive, friendly, and ready to help with anything we needed. A special shoutout to Anu for the top-notch service during meals and for the excellent selection of food and wine. We opted to dive with a private divemaster, which allowed us to stay in a smaller group, and it was completely worth it. We were doing 3 to 4 dives a day, and the dive sites were varied, beautiful, and full of life. Sharmel gave us detailed and entertaining briefings before each dive—he’s incredibly knowledgeable and funny, always sharing great insights. Our private divemaster Teygo was absolutely amazing. I had some issues with my ear, and he was incredibly caring and supportive, making sure I could dive safely. Two thumbs up to Teygo for his professionalism and kindness. While we weren’t lucky enough to see whale sharks this time, the manta rays gave us an unforgettable show, and the shark encounters were incredible—we saw nurse sharks, lemon sharks, spinners, and even tiger and bull sharks. I missed the Hammer-Head, but it was there too! The entire crew was exceptional—helpful, friendly, and always working hard behind the scenes to make the trip seamless. Although I didn’t get to know all their names, their effort didn’t go unnoticed. We also had a great time bonding with other guests, sharing laughs, playing cards, and going for swims together. And lastly, a huge thank you to Captain Nisha, who safely guided us from site to site and ensured that everything on board was running smoothly. If you’re looking for a high-quality dive liveaboard in the Maldives, I absolutely recommend the Ariyal. It was an unforgettable experience in every way.
- Recommended for
- Luxurious boat. Outstanding crew. Amazing dive sites.
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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.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Amanda C
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Australia
Amazing experience! Highly recommend, the staff particulary made it memorable.
This was our first liveaboard and it set a high expectation of what a great experience is like! It's a new boat so very comfortable, the staff especially the dive guides where incredible, the locations and marine life we saw were impressive.
- Recommended for
- Dive guides. Food service. Spacious room.
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- 10 Exceptional
- George P
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United Kingdom
Great!
Great trip Great boat Great diving Great crew Great food Great fun Great wine
- Recommended for
- Captain and crew made extra effort to make the trip amazing. Any Dolphins, Animals or Baitballs the boat would stop and get close.. Chefs made food on request. Fresh caught Tuna sashimi was unbelievable and local Mashuni, chilli and fresh lime was a close second. The wine was all lovely too!. Diving and guide was excellent. Guides made a great a effort and the equipment on board was brilliant. Free 13.5L ally tanks and strong nitrox made a huge difference to the week..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Shuping S
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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.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Pablo R
- 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.
