Princess Maani Liveaboard, Maldives
9.2 Superb - Free Nitrox
- Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
- En-Suite bathrooms
“Spent a recent 10-day diving trip aboard the beautiful boat Princess Maani. Probably the nicest, newest live aboard I have been o…”
Highlights
The Princess Maani is a 41-meter (134-foot) liveaboard in the Maldives. Hosting up to 28 guests, the vessel features 14 spacious cabins across 3 decks, including Superior, Deluxe I, and Deluxe II categories, as well as a dedicated Family Room. All cabins are air-conditioned and equipped with en-suite bathrooms, warm showers, storage space, safes, and stunning sea views. A professional team of 17 crew and 5 expert dive guides ensures personalized service throughout your stay.
Designed for adventure and comfort, Princess Maani is packed with high-end facilities to elevate your experience. Relax in one of 2 upper-deck jacuzzis, enjoy daily housekeeping, or book a soothing massage. Socialize in the cocktail bar or unwind on the leisure and observation decks with plush sunbeds and bean bags. Dining is a highlight, with gourmet meals crafted by a European chef and served buffet-style indoors or al fresco. Menus cater to a variety of diets, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options, complemented by a selection of fine wines and spirits.
Princess Maani offers four itineraries that showcase the Maldives’ most iconic dive regions. The “Best of Central Atolls” route explores North and South Malé, Vaavu, and Ari Atolls, offering encounters with whale sharks and vibrant reef life, complemented by sandbank picnics and beach BBQs. “Manta Madness” takes you to Rasdhoo, Ari, and Hanifaru Bay in Baa Atoll, where manta rays gather in spectacular numbers. Northern Highlights” ventures to remote atolls like Lhaviyani, Noonu, Raa, and Baa for pristine reefs, pelagic-rich dives, and historic wrecks. The “Wild Deep South” expedition begins in Addu Atoll and explores Fuvahmulah, Huvadhoo, and beyond, offering thrilling sightings of tiger sharks, hammerheads, and the renowned British Loyalty wreck. Each route promises an enriching and safe dive experience.
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Included: VAT, Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Nitrox, Kayaks, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Environment Tax ($12 / day), Fuel Surcharge ($65-175 / week), Mandatory Service Charge ($150-255 / trip), National Park Fees ($0-45 / activity).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Extra Dives ($60), Nitrox Course ($165 / activity), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($100-630 / activity), Laundry / Pressing Services, WiFi internet ($30-45 / trip), Massage.
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Princess Maani Reviews
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- 9.2 Superb
- 9 Verified Reviews Only people who have booked through LiveAboard.com and joined the trip can write a review.
- Vessel 9.6
- Crew 8.4
- Food 9.6
- Diving 9.6
- Value 8.9
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Ahmad R
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Saudi Arabia
Excellent boat and well organized crew
Every thing was as it should be. Well organized from meeting the crew at the meeting point to the end of the trip. The boat is still new which is an added value.
- Recommended for
- Boat and cabin size. Food. Diving.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Gordon M
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United Kingdom
Diving with Maani
I had a fantastic time on board. The other guests were good company and we all had a good time. It was the last week of their dive season and that made it somewhat special. The first ‘check’ dive ticked all the boxes you’d hope to achieve in the week. But it only got better as the week went on. I will most definitely be back at some time in the near future. Thank you to Martina and her team.
- Recommended for
- The crew were all amazing, hard to single out one person as they were all so good.. All the dive guides were greatly knowledgable and were tremendous.. The Maani is a spacious new vessel.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- DONALD L
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United States
5 Star Experience - hope to return!
Spent a recent 10-day diving trip aboard the beautiful boat Princess Maani. Probably the nicest, newest live aboard I have been on (I have over 13 live aboard trips). Highlights were the diving conditions - fever of eagle rays, mantas on almost every day, tons of sharks, and saw several frog fish and one ghost pipefish - amazing.
- Recommended for
- Great diving - multiple sightings of mantas and eagle rays!. Extremely comfortable cabin. Enjoyed our diving guide.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Sean M
- United States
A Trip Every Diver Wants in their Log Book
It is a trek worth making to reach a "Bucket List" destination. The well-appointed boat(s) and skilled DMs made me feel safe and well taken care of. Highlights were first encounters with huge manta rays "flying" just above me at cleaning stations!
- Recommended for
- Care and planning by the expert crew.. Variety of dive sites, animal encounters. The Maldives as a unique treasure.
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- 9.2 Superb
- Csilla K
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Hungary
Beautiful boat with fun crew
It’s a very nice, new boat with spacious rooms and guest areas. They also have 2 jacuzzis although we didn’t use them on our trip. They try to keep the breaks fun too by offering educational lessons about marine life. We’ve visited some sandbanks and had a bbq on a desert island. The crew is fun and helpful. The food is nice too although some things get a bit repetitive
- Recommended for
- Beautiful, spacious boat. Great dive guides. Helpful crew.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Jozef S
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Slovakia
An Exceptional Journey on the Princess Maani Liveaboard
The Princess Maani liveaboard offers an absolutely exceptional experience that truly elevates a Maldivian safari into a luxury adventure. From the state-of-the-art vessel to the dedicated crew, this liveaboard delivers on its promise of comfort, world-class diving, and unparalleled service. Great Service and Personalised Attention The level of service on the Princess Maani is a major highlight, consistently described in reviews as attentive, professional, and caring. With a high crew-to-guest ratio (often around 17 crew and 5 dive guides for 28 guests), the service feels incredibly personalised. Guests repeatedly praise the staff for: Anticipating Needs: The crew is always available, ensuring every detail of your stay—from cabin maintenance to timely tank set-ups—is handled with efficiency and speed. Warm Hospitality: The atmosphere is consistently described as cordial, welcoming, and "like home," with staff going the extra mile to make guests feel unique and comfortable. Exceptional Management: The behind-the-scenes work, including logistics, timing, and smooth diving operations, is highly efficient, allowing guests to simply relax and enjoy the journey. Outstanding Crew and Dive Guides The crew are the heart of the Princess Maani experience, with the dive guides earning particular praise: Expert Knowledge: The dive guides are knowledgeable, ensuring safety is paramount while showcasing the best of the Maldives' vibrant marine life, from manta rays and whale sharks to various reef sharks. Professional and Friendly: The team is consistently hailed for their professionalism and friendly, approachable demeanor, which creates a cozy and fun atmosphere onboard. Culinary Excellence: The chefs, often European, deliver a gourmet culinary experience with a mix of European and Maldivian cuisine. They are accommodating to dietary requests (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free), ensuring delicious and high-quality meals that frequently exceed expectations. The Liveaboard Itself: Luxury and Comfort The vessel, being a newer, large motor yacht, offers a luxurious and spacious setting: Comfortable Accommodations: Cabins across the three decks are spacious, elegant, and air-conditioned, featuring en-suite bathrooms. Superb Facilities: Onboard amenities enhance the relaxation experience, including expansive sundecks with loungers, two Jacuzzis/Hot Tubs for soaking up sunsets, and an open-air dining area. Diving Excellence: Diving operations run seamlessly off a dedicated, well-equipped dhoni (tender boat), ensuring the main boat remains a peaceful retreat. Complimentary Nitrox is often a included feature for certified divers. In summary, the Princess Maani is a five-star "floating resort" that combines a top-quality, modern boat with a dedicated, professional crew. For a world-class diving safari in the Maldives that guarantees luxury, comfort, and service that makes you feel uniquely cared for, the Princess Maani comes highly recommended
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- New boat. Crewe. People on the board.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Mr. Gert V
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Belgium
10/10 Would book again !
Best diving for big pelagic for me. Tons of manta's, sharks, turtles, eels and many more. Boat was completely new and crew was amazing.
- Recommended for
- Dive sites tailored to weather and guests. Good communication and dive briefings². Decorated our room for our honeymoon and a during dive surprise for us aswell.
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- 7.6 Good
- sylvia L
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Austria
Nice diving trip with room for improvement
We had very nice dives with lots of sharks and some manta rays and one evening a whale shark visited us at the boat. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The boat is new and spacious, even the rooms. Unfortunately there is no room for kamaras and there was never water in the 2 beautiful jacuzzis. On the luxury liveaboard Princess Maani there will be gourmet cuisine, but the food and drinks should be more varied and upscale. For example, there is only Nescafé, black and green tea or water, all other drinks cost extra and for nibbling there is only Orero & square cookies. The free toiletries are just a little soap – so take all the toiletries you normally use. The beach towel must also be used after diving and will never dry until the next dive. On the dive tender boat it is very cramped with 28 dive guests plus dive guides, bracket for the cylinders should be improved as well as the filling of the cylinders so that you regularly have 29% nitrox. A little shampoo in the pool for the diving suits, shoes etc. would be great. 3 dives per day are included, all others cost extra.
- Recommended for
- Diving. The boat. The staff.
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- 8.0 Very good
- Michael Ö
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Germany
For the most part great, with small possibilities for improvement
Some dive sites were not well chosen, doing the night dive on a boring reef and then being able to sell a second one for additional costs does not have to be....The groups were not put together according to experience and certification...Ending dives after 50 minutes even though there is still a lot of air in the tank should not happen.
- Recommended for
- Hanifaru Bay. TG with a local guide in between. Most of the dive sites were top.
