Carpe Diem Liveaboard, Maldives

Name: Best of Maldives (Male - Male)
Start: 2026-12-26
End: 2027-01-05
Location: Maldives

9.0 Superb

Nitrox available
Free Nitrox
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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“10/10 would book with them again.”
Andrew F, United States

Highlights

Highly trained and dedicated staff
Meals prepared by a fine-dining chef in an open-air dining terrace
Year-round diving covering all areas of the Maldives

The Carpe Diem liveaboard is well-known for having a focus on superior service and quality. There are 10 cabins onboard spread over 3 decks with the choice of cabin standards, each with en-suite bathrooms and AC. On the lower deck are 6 standard cabins, 4 of which have 2 single beds which can be converted to doubles and the other 2 each have one single bed and one semi bunk bed. On the main deck are two double cabins with queen size beds and the upper deck has 1 deluxe cabin with a queen bed and 1 suite with a king bed. All main and upper deck cabins feature a smart TV and stunning sea views. Social areas are spread out over 3 decks and encompass an indoor salon, outdoor terrace and dining area, and sundeck with comfortable loungers.

Dive itineraries aboard the MV Carpe Diem liveaboard are 7 or 10-nights long and explore some of the best dive sites in the Maldives, including Kudarah Thila, Manta Point, Maaya Thila, Fish Head, and Machafushi wreck. Get up close with mantas, whale sharks, nurse sharks, reef sharks, turtles, and huge schools of fish in the stunning Indian Ocean. The incredibly experienced dive crew is on hand to ensure the perfect Maldives liveaboard experience. Diving takes place from the dedicated diving Dhoni, where there is plenty of room for gear storage, rinsing, and kitting up. Free nitrox is also available for those certified.

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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Snorkel Gear, Cabin Towels.

Required Extras: Environment Tax ($12 / day), Fuel Surcharge ($150-220 / trip), National Park Fees ($0-25 / trip).

Optional Extras: Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course ($200), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($130-700), WiFi internet ($40-50 / item).

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Boat features

En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Seaview Cabins
Paid Internet
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Indoor Saloon
Library
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
BBQ Area
Available for Charter
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Outside Showers
Leisure Deck
Daily housekeeping
Bar

Food & Drinks

Al Fresco Dining
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Fine Wines Selection
Snacks All Day
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food

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
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Dive deck
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: 2008

Year renovated: 2025

Length: 35 meters

Beam: 10 meters

Engines: Doosan Daewoo Diesel 650HP

Max guests: 20

Number of cabins: 10

Number of bathrooms: 13

Tenders: Dive Dhoni

Water capacity: 5000 liters

Fuel capacity: 7000 liters

Freshwater maker: 16000 liters per day

Boat navigation and safety

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Bilge pump alarm
Crew trained in first aid

Carpe Diem Reviews

9.0 Superb

Vessel

8.8
Crew

9.0
Food

9.5
Diving

8.8
Value

8.9

10 Exceptional
Khoa L
Vietnam

One of the best time of my life, I'd do it again in a heartbeat if I can.
I enjoy every minutes of the trip. Diving everyday, resting, watching the endless sea before your eyes and temporarily forget all your worries. The trip exceeds my expectation and I can't wait to come back in the future.
Recommended for
The comfort boat and all the free amenities included. Attentive and professional dive boat and crew. Great food and a healthy, rich menu.
16 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Corey S
United States

Amazing food, friends and fun!!!!!
Excellent diving, outstanding food. Cudos to the chef. He crushed it. The night dive with the mantas was amazing.
Recommended for
The food was AMAZING!!!. The staff were super friendly and accomodating.. The boat was beautiful and well taken care of..
19 Jun, 2026

10 Exceptional
LLUIS S
Spain

A lovely week
Clean and comfortable boat, friendly and attentive crew, amazing food, professional dive guides and tons of sharks, mantas and other creatures.
Recommended for
Boat, food and crew
08 Dec, 2021

10 Exceptional
Barry S
United States

Amazing crew along with fantastic dives to make the a perfect dive vacation.
What a fantastic trip we had! The crew does everything in their might to make this liveaboard a perfect cruise. Underwater, we saw sharks on 95% of our dives, plenty of mantas, along with other rays and giants schools of fish. The food was also a highlight with the chef keeping us full between dives :)
Recommended for
Crew. Dives. Food.
21 Jan, 2026

10 Exceptional
MARIANO H
Spain

Fantastic ship!!!
All dives were wonderful, the ship is really good and comfortable, the food is fantastic, and the crew are very friendly and do everything very easy for you
Recommended for
Food, cabin comfort and boat dhoni
10 Oct, 2021

10 Exceptional
Walter B
Switzerland

Great Dive Week
We had a great week on Carpe Diem. Helpful and friendly service/staff, excellent food, food choices left nothing to be desired, even for vegetarians. The captain and dhoni crew did a great job navigating difficult weather conditions, as did the dive guides. Special thanks to Munkko! He is very knowledgable and a lot of fun to dive with.
Recommended for
Staff. Food. Overall experience.
21 Oct, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Erica V
Netherlands

Expectations exceeded!
Great trip! Spectacular diving.Good dive guides, safe, nice boat: new and clean
Recommended for
Lots of (species of) sharks and manta rays. Very tasty food. Clean boat/ cabin/ bathroom.
09 Mar, 2026

Translated from Dutch

9.2 Superb
SHIGEYOSHI F
Japan

Encountered many big marine with comfortable vessel and good crew
We fully enjoyed cruise and diving. We encountered so much big marine such as Manta, Shark, Napoleon Fish.
Recommended for
Drink service is very good. Boat & Cabin are very well equiped. Diving briefing is nice and guiding diving is very good.
23 Oct, 2024

9.2 Superb
Susan G
United States

The Magnificent Maldives on Carpe Diem!
This was my first liveabord experience and it was fantastic! The knowledge of the dive team, the locations we set out to were amazing. Thanks you Munkko, Saaz and Wathey. There pre dive briefings were very informative and set the tone for the dives. The rooms were very comfortable and always well maintained by our smiling friend Subuj! Our meals were delicious and well balanced thanks to our chef and bartender: Nilanka and Mahey! Special note of gratitude to Captain Issey and engineer Adam for getting me to some awesome reefs! And Koko and the rest of the crew for their hard work in making this trip a flawless experience. I cannot wait to share this with my friends and return. With gratitude, Susan
Recommended for
The crew!. The location and dive sites. The cleanliness of the boat and the food!.
29 Nov, 2025

9.6 Exceptional
Nicholas S
Australia

Excellent Maldives liveaboard
Review of Carpe Diem Cruises Maldives My second trip on this vessel and it was just as excellent as the first one 2 years ago. The staff are so important on a Liveaboard as they have such an influence on the experience and the Carpe Diem crew are truly outstanding from the Captain down . Everyone is so friendly and professional even during Ramadan. The food is amazing. The bar is very well stocked and I loved the Margaritas. This is one of the few boats that have ice cold Lion Lager on tap…. so refreshing after a long day of diving and very reasonable prices. Seriously, you need look no further. Air conditioned spacious ensuite cabins, good internet and fresh dive towels everyday. Free Nitrox which, in my experience, is exceptional. I will be booking a 3rd trip with this company. They have 3 boats to choose from: Carpe Diem, Carpe Nova and Carpe Vita. Enjoy.
Recommended for
The crew and fellow divers.. The food. my comfortable cabin.
12 Mar, 2025

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9.0 Superb
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9.2 Superb
rica P
United States

Great in every way!
This was a great trip. The boat is spacious, clean & comfy. Dining was at an outdoor table, which prompted socialization among all. The food was amazing! The crew was friendly & helpful. The diving was mostly drift & current, in super warm, 85F water. We saw sharks, sharks, mantas, & more sharks. The highlight were 2 close encounters with whale sharks! While hooked in, 1 whale shark swam right over us, so closely. The other was hanging out behind the boat at night & stayed over an hour. People could be in the water w/ it or stand above, inches from it. What an incredible trip!!!
Recommended for
Diving. Food. Boat.
25 Feb, 2026

10 Exceptional
Peter D
Netherlands

It was an amazing trip
Every day the diving team was fine tuning what was best possible regarding the dives The manta's were amazing Mating cuttlefish was a bonus
Recommended for
Diving, food, company
11 Oct, 2021

8.8 Fabulous
Zelda K
Hong Kong

Nice week spent on the boat
The dive guides are very funny and tried to make our dives enjoyable as far as possible. It’s thrilling that we could get very close encounters with manta rays and sharks. Other crew staff are very friendly and always there to offer help when needed.
Recommended for
Friendly dive guides and crew, spacious boat, great encounters
01 Mar, 2024

9.2 Superb
Edoardo L
Italy

Fantastic first experience
It was our first liveaboard. It was an amazing experience, from gear rental to food and beverage to diving experience overall. Organization was perfect.
Recommended for
Diving sites. Friendliness of the crew. Overall organization.
07 Jan, 2026

8.4 Very good
Bjoern L
Switzerland

Nice Liveaboard
Very nice trip trough the Central Atolls with some good encounters underwater. Best dives were in Ari Atoll. The boat staff was extremely friendly and the food excellent. Boat is quite old and some cabins very small but I was there for diving :-)
Recommended for
Whale shark, Manta, Friendliness of the Crew Staff
31 Mar, 2022

9.2 Superb
Martin W
Germany

Hammer Haie ...
- Boot mit "diving dhoni (tender)" war super - geniale Hai- und Manta-Tauchspots - tolles Barbecue an einem einsamen Strand - faszinierende Blautöne des Meeres und weißer Sand - tolle Crew und Gäste - super Atmosphäre
Recommended for
Boot, Haie/Mantas, BBQ
22 Mar, 2018

9.6 Exceptional
William C
Ireland

My first time
Despite ropey weather (extending shoulder season), the trip was amazing, saw everything I wanted, safely and efficiently. Great team. Food was really good, and much better than I expected. Worth knowing you get into Male on Friday pm 1600, might have done other things as Male is not the best part of the (amazing) Maldives
Recommended for
Diving. Safety. Efficiency.
08 Dec, 2025

10 Exceptional
Michael V
Denmark

Amazing trip - great dives - great people
We saw so many different sharks and their was practically no other divers it was amazing. First time diving with Nitrox and all worked perfectly. Very professional crew. Not the last time I go on a liveaboard :-)
Recommended for
Great boat, all worked very well and was well organized. Very service minded people great spirit even thought we where in the middle of the Covid 19 pandemic.
09 Nov, 2020

10 Exceptional
Janos S
Hungary

First time in the Maldives in the rainy season
It was one of my best liveaboards. Due to the rainy season we saw many large fishes, sharks, mantas, turtles, napoleon wrasses. Only we missed the whale shark. The highlight was a close encounter with 2 bull sharks. I had an eye contact with them... it was remarkable. The boat is scpacious, the general condition is above average, the guides were fantastic and attentive. The food was fantastic, All of these made this trip one of my best liveaboards.
Recommended for
Due to the rainy season there was an incredible abundant marine life, like sharks, mantas, turtles, napoleon wrasses. The general condition of the boat is over average. The rooms were spacious. The food was excellent. The chefis really excelled during the trip.
01 Jul, 2024

8.8 Fabulous
Loredana S
Australia

From Tiger Sharks to Nighttime Whale Sharks: A Truly Special Maldives Liveaboard
We just finished a fantastic liveaboard trip in the Deep South of Maldives with Carpe Diem and overall had a wonderful experience. One of the biggest highlights was the incredible wildlife we encountered throughout the trip. We were lucky enough to see tiger sharks, thresher sharks, grey reef sharks, silvertip sharks, and mantas. One particularly unforgettable moment happened one evening when the crew set up a light at the back of the boat, which attracts plankton — and with it, large marine life. That night three whale sharks came to feed under the boat. Those of us who wanted jumped in with fins, snorkel and cameras. The whale sharks were feeding right in front of us only a few meters away, while devil rays were gliding past below us. The dive guides, Munkko, Saaz, and Wathey, were excellent: professional, knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the ocean. Their briefings were clear, they managed the groups very well and helped us get the most out of each dive. Life on the boat was also very enjoyable. The food was very good with plenty of variety, and the boat crew were outstanding — always friendly, helpful and attentive. They worked incredibly hard behind the scenes to make everything run smoothly and create a relaxed atmosphere on board. Interestingly, the boat was supposed to host 20 guests, but in the end there were only the two of us and three other guests due to the current situation in the Middle East and consequently disrupted flights and travel plans. The 5 of us immediately became friends and had such a fun time together throughout the trip. It also worked out perfectly for diving, as we were very much in sync both above and under water — our diving style and air consumption were very similar, which made the dives especially smooth and enjoyable. The only downside for us was the size of our cabin. We had the main deck cabin called “Sea”, which felt quite small with limited space to move around and store gear. The bed, however, was very comfy! It wasn’t a major issue since most of the time is spent diving or relaxing on deck, but it’s something to be aware of. The cabins on the upper deck and the lower deck, which our friends had, were noticeably more spacious — and one small suggestion for the crew: adding Velcro to keep the roll-down curtains from swaying, letting in light or making noise while cruising, would make sleeping even more comfortable (the upper deck cabins already had this). Overall it was a fantastic liveaboard experience with an amazing team and unforgettable diving.
Recommended for
Marine wildlife,. Professional and knowledgeable guides. Channel dives.
02 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Sara P
Serbia

An Unforgettable Maldives Experience – 10/10 Highly Recommended!
From the moment we met the team representative at the airport until the very last second of our trip, everything went incredibly smoothly. We were warmly welcomed at the arrival terminal, assisted with our bags, and seamlessly transported to our main vessel. Upon arriving at the Carpe Diem, we were greeted with a delicious welcome drink. Right from the start, the team prioritized safety, presenting the safety protocols while we enjoyed our drinks—a detail that was extremely important to me. World-Class Crew & Seamless Diving The entire crew was professional, friendly, and supportive 24/7. The Staff: Everyone—from the captain and main manager to the barman and supporting staff—went above and beyond to make us feel at home. The Dive Team: The dive guides were exceptional. They, along the staff members on the boat, meticulously helped us set up our gear for every dive and provided thorough, detailed dive briefings beforehand. They were always there for us. The boys refilled our tanks before every dive and were literally there for anything and everything we needed. The room: Cleaned twice a day, and pretty spacious! Exceptional Dining (100 out of 10!) The food was beyond amazing, featuring incredible variety and fresh, delicious fruit every single day. Between breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks—with coffee and water always available—we were thoroughly spoiled. Buffet style. As someone with dietary restrictions, I was deeply impressed by the chef's effort. He went out of his way for every single meal to ensure I had more than enough to eat, even personally approaching me to guide me through which dishes were safe for me. Going the Extra Mile Until the Very End This was my mom’s very first liveaboard experience, and she completely fell in love with it. The crew’s hospitality truly shone on our final day; because we had an early flight, they organized an early airport transfer. Our dive guide even accompanied us all the way into the terminal until we were safely checked in. We are so incredibly thankful for this experience. If we get the chance to return to the Maldives, we would choose this exact vessel and crew without a second thought. Thank you so much to the entire Carpe Diem team! We highly, highly recommend them to anyone looking to dive in the Maldives!
Recommended for
Food!. Crew!. The vessel!.
27 Jun, 2026

9.2 Superb
Reiner P
Germany

It was a nice tour with nice and good dives
It was a great tour with great dives, the food was very varied and good.On the Carpe Diem you can do a great tour because everything fits.
Recommended for
Tigerhaie Kandomma TG
16 Dec, 2022

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10 Exceptional
Helena Z
Germany

Great choice for a Maldives liveaboard
We are very happy with our choice to book a liveaboard with Carpe Diem. The boat was very comfortable, well maintained and special thanks to the crew - there were no wishes unfullfilled. Everyday we had delicious meals and snacks. The boat and the rooms were cleaned several times everyday. The 16 divers were split in three small diving groups, got detailed briefings before every dive and were assisted, whenever needed. The diveguides were keen to show us the best divesides, avoid the crowds and make the most of our trip... on the many beautiful and exciting dives, we were lucky to see mantas, a whaleshark, seaturtles, eagle rays and countless sharks... including bullshark, tiger sharks and a hammerhead shark! Thanks for this amazing trip!
Recommended for
Awesome dives. Amazing crew. Great food.
29 Apr, 2025

10 Exceptional
stefan K
Germany

Excellent 👍
Highly recommended, top crew, top food
Recommended for
Dives. Eat. Crew.
16 Oct, 2024

8.0 Very good
Humphrey T
United States

Fantastic first liveaboard experience
Was a great experience for me. The dive experience was a bit challenging but the dive masters are truly local guide masters and made my dream come true. Was able to dive with whale shark and mantas
Recommended for
Staff was very attentive. Boat was very clean. Food was great.
04 Apr, 2025

10 Exceptional
Gerard M
Spain

Amazing diving trip in the Maldivian Central Atolls
Amazing diving trip in the Maldivian Central Atolls. We did a good mix of dives in channels, lagoons, cleaning stations and night dives. The crew were very nice and super friendly. The food was amazing!
Recommended for
Amazing dives. The food. The crew.
30 Dec, 2024

9.2 Superb
Mike W
United States

Great dive locations, with experianced crew.
Meeting people from different countries. Seeing big critters. Crew was accommodating. Good amount of fresh food.
Recommended for
Crew knew how to find good locations.
05 Jun, 2018

8.8 Fabulous
Petra S
Switzerland

Unforgettable trip!
We had an amazing liveaboard experience in the Maldives. Due to the circumstances many guests cancelled, so in the end there were only five divers on board. It felt like a private trip. We were excellently looked after by three professional guides who safely guided us through the channels and currents. We always felt very well supported and comfortable in the water. The underwater encounters were incredible. We saw a wide range of marine life, including Whale Shark, Manta Ray and many different sharks. We even saw Tiger Shark and Thresher Shark. We decided not to join the feeding dives at the tiger shark site, but were still very lucky: during a blue-water entry we encountered five tiger sharks. Life on board was also great. The food was excellent and the crew took very good care of us throughout the trip. The boat itself is an older model, but well maintained and perfectly comfortable for a dive safari. Overall, it was an outstanding and unforgettable trip. Many thanks to the entire crew!
Recommended for
Diving. Diveguides. Food.
18 Mar, 2026

10 Exceptional
Francisco P
Ecuador

Ideal live-aboard dive holiday
Mid day snacks and all meals were excellent. The made local traditional food as well as typical western food. They even shared recipes with us. Everyone on the boat was very attentive to our needs. The dive guides were very professional and had great pre-dive briefings. Even the bar keeper was super friendly helping me stop dolphins. Book any trip with the Carpe Maldives company and you will be more than satisfied.
Recommended for
Staff, food and other guests
17 Oct, 2019

8.4 Very good
Ann A
United Kingdom

Best of the Maldives trip delivers on all fronts
Thank you for a wonderful trip, some fabulous dives across a variety of sites with the highlights being the night dives with nurse sharks & mantas. The boat is super comfortable with a lovely friendly crew and super tasty food!
Recommended for
Variety of dive sites. Amazing night dive experiences. Lovely atmosphere on the boat.
01 Jul, 2024