Carpe Novo, Maldives
9.1 Superb - Nitrox available
- Free Nitrox
- En-Suite bathrooms
“I went on a different liveaboard in the Maldives eight years ago, and I had such a great impression of the trip because we were bl…”
Highlights
The Carpe Novo is the largest yacht of the Carpe Diem fleet offering year-round diving in the Maldives. 12 comfortable cabins spread over 3 decks cater to 22 guests onboard. The Junior Suites, located on the upper deck, have double or twin beds and ocean views. The 6 standard cabins located on the lower deck have either one queen-size bed and a single bed or two single beds. There are also two single suites located on the main deck, ideal for solo travelers. Also on the main deck is the large air-conditioned salon with panoramic views, flat screen TV, entertainment system and library. The upper deck serves freshly prepared dishes at the al-fresco dining table so guests can enjoy the stunning views and sea air. The sun deck has plenty of padded loungers and a partially shaded seating area for tanning in between dives or enjoying a sunset cocktail.
Itineraries on Carpe Novo cover some of the Maldives' best dive sites. The classical routes are 7-10 nights long and explore the Male, Ari, Vaavu and Rasdhoo atolls to name a few. The Deep South trips are for more experienced divers who will be rewarded with hammerhead encounters and thrilling channel diving. Diving takes place from the dedicated dive dhoni (boat) which is fully equipped to give divers all the space they need for kitting up, gear storage, and rinsing. There is also a dedicated camera room with charging ports and a dry area for changing batteries and memory cards, so you don't miss out on the action.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Nitrox, Snorkeling Guide, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Environment Tax ($12 / day), Fuel Surcharge ($20 / night), National Park Fees ($0-25 / trip).
Optional Extras: Local Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Nitrox Course ($200), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($130-700), Stand Up Paddleboard ($25 / day), WiFi internet ($40-50).
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Carpe Novo Reviews
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- 9.1 Superb
- Vessel 9.3
- Crew 9.0
- Food 9.5
- Diving 9.0
- Value 8.7
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- 10 Exceptional
- Heidi B
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United States
A great experience!
The Manta Madness tour lived up to its name - we saw at least one manta on almost every dive. The boat is comfortable and very well-run. We stayed in a downstairs cabin, which was large and well-appointed. The diving was great - we focused mostly on Baa and Raa and we particularly loved Raa. Our dive group was small (us + 2 other great divers who have become friends, and our wonderful guide Naveen) so it never felt crowded or congested. As vegetarians, the food was catered very well - always very tasty and good variety. Overall atmosphere on the boat was laid back and fun.
- Recommended for
- Positive and friendly attitude of the entire crew. Design of the diving dhohi, particularly platform at the back, lots of space, tank filling, 13.5L tanks. Al fresco dining with communal table and great food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Aidan S
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United Kingdom
Awesomeness
Great time did 18 dives seen loads of huge Manta rays eagle rays sharks moray eels some Dolphins Turtles octopus and a nice wreck dive too, Boat and crew were great and the food superb.
- Recommended for
- Manta’s. Sharks. Turtle’s.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Makoto S
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Japan
Amazing Experience and Stay
I went on a different liveaboard in the Maldives eight years ago, and I had such a great impression of the trip because we were blessed with perfect weather. Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t as good on this trip, but despite that, it turned out to be an even more memorable and wonderful experience. All of the guides were incredibly friendly, and they did an amazing job finding not only manta rays, but also the whale sharks we were hoping to see. I couldn’t have been happier with the diving. And on top of that, every meal was absolutely delicious. It really was an amazing week from start to finish. I would definitely recommend this trip to others, and more than anything, I’d love to come back again in a different season!
- Recommended for
- The guides were friendly and well-skilled. Food was amazing!. Comfortable room.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Florence M
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France
A safe bet
Night diving with manta rays
- Recommended for
- The attention of the crew during the equipment. The meals served on the outside deck. A single large table with all the divers around.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Elena C
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Italy
Amazing dives, while treated like princes on board !
Thus was my first liveaboard, and definitely not the last one! Everything was more than excellent: dives were incredibles, divemaster and guides super attentive and serious, they took really good care of us, with particular attention to all diver ability and necessities. We dived with tons of huge Mantas, sharks, rays, schools of fishes, octopuses...well, it was AMAZING. The staff on board was adorable, food excellent, room are comfortable and clean. I will certainly come back to explore Maldives with the other itineraries proposed by Carpe Diem !
- Recommended for
- High quality of dives, excellent Divemaster and guides. Sympathy and all the attentions of the staff on board. Quality of the service (good boat, comfortable rooms, excellent food).
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- 8.0 Very good
- Malcolm N
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Australia
would definitely go again maybe south next time
5 stars for everything except the dive team. My dive guide Naveen was happy to make his group of guests wait for him to take macro shots whenever it suited him. When questioned became defensive and responded unprofessionally, dive boss could've done better to fix the situation. The rest of the guides were amazing. when i changed groups and went to Rio, he was great Everything else was fantastic. Who goes to the Maldives for Macro????
- Recommended for
- Boat and cabin comfort was amazing. Crew and dive boat, dive set up and schedule was great. Food and variety was awesome,.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Karen W
- United Kingdom
Sharktastic week ❤️
This was our second time on Caroe Novo and once again would thoroughly recommend . Amazing diving - the guides were brilliant and really tailor the experience to suit the group - experience and interest (in a big sharks lover while husband can prefer macro life . Catered for us both . Excellent dives sites . Boat so clean and luxurious .. home from home
- Recommended for
- Crew were amazing . Beautiful boat. Amazing diving .. many sharks. Good was great.
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- 10 Exceptional
- chiyuan M
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China
Gather ye rosebuds while ye may! 99 points liveaboard experience
The divers are mainly European and American divers. The diving atmosphere is very good, the diving briefing before entering the water is very detailed, and everyone will remember the log after getting into the water, and I look out of place if I don't remember the log. The dive shop records everyone's maximum depth and diving time every day, and gives a summary log at the end of the trip, with the dive guide's signature.The boat is relatively new, the liveaboard meals are good, there is seafood and fruit ice cream every day, and there is a paid beer. The service on board was also great and made a lot of new friends. Seeing the manta and various sharks, except not seeing the mobula and whale sharks, was the perfect liveaboard experience.
- Recommended for
- Dive. Food. Serve.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Guy R
- United States
Very good indeed: Very comfortable, friendly staff, well run boat.
The channel diving was a new experience for us. We have not done a long trip like this before, and we have really enjoyed ourselves. We really enjoyed being with other divers who shared the same interests as us. The crew really made us feel conformable and the trip very enjoyable to be on.
- Recommended for
- Diving, food, and the company of the other divers.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Daehee K
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South Korea
Amazing trip
What an amazing trip! Maldives is always the best, and Carpe Novo was best choice for me. There are very well experienced guides and friendly crews on the board👍they are all Madivians, so they know the ocean of Maldives really well, guess this is so important fact to take a trip with Deep south in Maldives. Foods were so nice. I will choose Carpe series again for next Maldive trip.
- Recommended for
- Well experienced guides, friendly crews, food
