Scubaspa Yang, Maldives

Name: Deep South (Kooddoo - Gan)
Start: 2027-02-06
End: 2027-02-13
Location: Maldives

9.6 Exceptional

Nitrox available
Spa
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers

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“I loved it so much I’m eyeing up their Indonesia trip - take a bow ScubaSpa team and thank you!”
Sarah S, New Zealand

Highlights

Ideal for divers and non-divers alike, with multiple activities on offer, including yoga, snorkel excursions, spa treatments, and ‘try-dive’ experiences
Onboard gym, jacuzzi, spa, and open-air cinema
Winner of multiple awards, including “Best Boat Design” and “Maldives Boating Brand of the Year.”
Separate fully equipped 20m dive dhoni with nitrox available

The 50m Scubaspa Yang liveaboard is the sister vessel to the Scubaspa Ying, which offers year-round diving holidays in the Maldives. Winner of multiple awards, the Scubaspa Yang provides a truly luxurious diving experience in the Maldives. Up to 36 guests (maximum 26 divers) can be accommodated in 17 guest cabins (5 Manta Suites, 3 Dolphin Suites, 1 Cowrie Suite, 8 Sea Star Cabins). One suite and one cabin can be converted into a triple to accommodate 3 guests. All cabins feature en-suite bathrooms and individually controlled air conditioning. The 8 suites located on the main deck all offer panoramic sea views.

The restaurant is located on the main deck and serves three buffet-style meals, plus an à la carte menu. There are live cooking stations, and internationally qualified chefs cater to all dietary needs. There is also an alfresco dining area at the rear of the main deck, and there will be the opportunity to enjoy a BBQ on a deserted island during your stay. The onboard spa spans 300 m² and features 4 treatment rooms, including a double room designed for couples.

Diving from the Scubaspa Yang takes place from the accompanying dive dhoni, which carries all the necessary equipment, including air compressors, a nitrox filling station, rinse tanks, and dive equipment storage. Experienced multi-lingual dive instructors and divemasters can cater to all diving levels and abilities. As a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, a variety of courses, from beginner to advanced, can be taken on board. Itineraries cover the ‘Best of Maldives’, which includes the Male Atolls, Ari Atolls, and Rasdhoo & Vaavu Atoll, and is available all year, except for February & March when the Scubaspa yacht travels to the ‘Deep South’ for more remote diving suited to more experienced divers.

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$ 4,550

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23 Dec

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$ 5,233

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$ 5,005

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Included: Airport Transfer, Drinking Water, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Beach BBQ, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Diving Package, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Snorkel Gear, Stand Up Paddleboard, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Yoga.

Required Extras: 10% VAT, Environment Tax ($12 / night).

Optional Extras: Alcoholic Beverages, Soft drinks, Special Dinner, Extra Dives ($90-240), Nitrox ($100 / week), Nitrox Course ($300), Private Dive Guide ($1,200-1,500 / trip), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses ($70-890), Laundry / Pressing Services, WiFi internet ($10-100), Massage, Spa.

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Boat features

Spa
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Massage
Sun Deck
Stand Up Paddleboard
Nearly 1:1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio
Kayaks On-Board
Seaview Cabins
Paid Internet
Non-Smoking Rooms
Custom built for diving
Charging stations
Laundry Service
Outdoor Dining
Audio & video entertainment
Observation Deck
Local & International Crew
Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
Leisure Deck
Bar

Food & Drinks

Fine Cuisine
Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Beach BBQ
Fine Wines Selection
Welcome Cocktails
Buffet style
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
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
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: 2014

Length: 50 meters

Beam: 11 meters

Cruising speed: 8 knots

Engines: 2 x CAT C9 Acert 503 BHP

Max guests: 26

Number of cabins: 17

Number of bathrooms: 24

Tenders: diving dhone with CAT C7 275 BHP engine

Water capacity: 21000 liters

Fuel capacity: 18500 liters

Freshwater maker: Aqualite 1200 + RO purifying system

Boat navigation and safety

GPS
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Satellite & mobile phones
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

Scubaspa Yang Reviews

9.6 Exceptional

Vessel

9.7
Crew

9.6
Food

9.9
Diving

9.6
Value

9.2

9.6 Exceptional
ARDAVAN N
United States

Best Liveboard experience
This was our best Liveboard experience. Beautiful boat with absolutely top notch crew and the service. The food is out of this world and on par with great European restaurants. Dive guides are well experienced and attentive with attention for safety. We will go back
Recommended for
The crew. Food. Diving.
30 Sep, 2026

10 Exceptional
Connie M
Canada

Trip of a lifetime - didn't want to leave (Scubaspa Ying/ Yin)
To be clear, we were on Scubaspa Ying (Yin?). The only reason I don't mention diving specifically in the top 3 is that the staff can't really control that lol, but diving was fabulous, extremely safe, with small groups each with its own divemaster (our divemaster, Akki was fabulous but all DMs were helpful skilled, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour). Equipment and dive boat well maintained.
Recommended for
Staff, staff, staff - all absolutely amazing people. Accommodations were stellar and the ship is in great shape and well maintained. Food - every meal was delicious, coffee was customized and a huge selection of wine etc..
06 Sep, 2026

10 Exceptional
Graham W
Australia

Top notch trip!
We had a wonderful week on Yang. The diving was amazing. Our guide Dahlehy was fantastic. The other crew were all wonderful as well. The food was plentiful and delicious. We met some other lovely divers. A great experience all around.
Recommended for
Variety of dives. Amazing crew. Comfortable boat and great food.
06 May, 2026

9.6 Exceptional
Helen O
United Kingdom

The deep south is an experience not to be missed
Excellent trip and well organised. Great diver to guide ratios. Quality of diving and safety was excellent.
Recommended for
Quality of diving. Big pelagic species. Overall comfort and range of activities.
07 Jun, 2026

10 Exceptional
Sumit D
India

outstanding in every way
the staff and the service were absolutely outstanding
Recommended for
the service, the yacht and the diving
31 Mar, 2021

10 Exceptional
Francois W
France

Exceptional
Everything was prefect from beginning to the end
Recommended for
Great boat, great staff, great dives
25 Feb, 2024

10 Exceptional
Michael B
United States

Exceeded expections!
Seeing Manta Rays and Hammerhead Sharks. The 2 Island parties and the dining on the open deck one night were a special touch that I enjoyed more than I expected.
Recommended for
Boat was exceptional, dive sites were awesome, staff very friendly.
10 May, 2017

9.6 Exceptional
AITAMI H
Spain

The best liveaboard
The best liveaboard. Everything is thought out in detail. The boat is spotless. The chest of drawers is variable and of quality. The service is luxurious and the dives excellent and with small groups
Recommended for
Food. Small dive groups. Service.
29 Nov, 2024

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9.6 Exceptional
Christoph L
Austria

Perfect liveaboard
Excellent diving with great guides Beautiful boat with clean, spacious cabins and good internet Delicious food and drinks with great variety Friendly and always happy crew Everything well organised 100% recommended
Recommended for
The diving, the crew, the food
05 Sep, 2017

9.6 Exceptional
po chiu K
Hong Kong

great boat, great dive and great people
excellent
Recommended for
cabin, dive and guide
09 May, 2015

243 reviews

9.6 Exceptional
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10 Exceptional
William B
United States

Highly Recommend - We'll be Back!
Fantastic experience. Crew was unbelievable, diving was fantastic. Went with my fiance on her first liveaboard and she is sold. I would do this route again, with Scubaspa, in a heart beat. We will be back on Scubaspa next year on another route!
Recommended for
Diving. Crew. Boat.
02 Apr, 2026

10 Exceptional
Luka D
Slovenia

Amazing trip!
Seeing Manta Rays up and close for the whole dive. Enjoying the amazing company of the divers and the crew! Having a great relaxing experience in the onboard spa (what a great idea to go for a massage after 3 dives in a day - bliss!!). Awesome trip, we will definitely look for a chance to come back again!
Recommended for
The comfort, friendliness of staff, diving!
27 Dec, 2017

10 Exceptional
Fraser O
United Kingdom

Absolutely Incredible
Due to bad weather, the diving wasn't out of this world until the third day, however, because the crew, boat and guests were so amazing, it wasn't a problem. Once the weather had picked up, the diving became incredible! Mantas, Nurse Sharks and People!
Recommended for
Food, Crew and Mantas
24 Jan, 2017

10 Exceptional
Chris P
Australia

First liveaboard experience, let's just say the standard has been put through the ceiling.
Meeting 17 other like minded people who are all open and happy to be there. We created a lovely bond amongst others which totally enhanced the trip. The night dive to the jetty was the most amazing dive yet for us. To have sting rays, reef shark and fish swimming around you, on and through you in qty was exhilarating. The food that was prepared by the chefs was really diverse and catered for everyone at the highest standard even though it was buffet style. So delicious, so many courses and delicious flavours.
Recommended for
Our dive guide Jahvid was amazing with both skills and personality. Crew were outstanding with everyone attitude concentrated on happiness and looking after you. Food was absolutely divine , diversity
28 Nov, 2016

10 Exceptional
daniel S
Switzerland

PERFEKT!!!
The hole trip was a highlights for us. Starting with the Crew, go on with the Room and the Boat Comfort, top it with the great food and the events and endet with the top Dive Guides! It was a PERFEKT Trip! We will be back!!!
Recommended for
Friendliness, Crew Service, Rest
02 Apr, 2019

10 Exceptional
Guillaume C
France

A perfect trip, highly recommended for anyone looking for an unforgettable yet very comfortable diving experience
We had an incredible 5-day diving experience on the ScubaSpa Yang! The entire crew was not only welcoming but also dedicated to making our trip truly exclusive. Jim, in particular, went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, making us feel right at home. The diving team was equally fantastic. They were highly professional and made sure we felt completely safe at all times. Our guide, Ahu, was exceptional—attentive, knowledgeable, and always eager to share his expertise with us. Each dive was not only safe but full of fascinating insights into the underwater world. The pre-briefing sessions were also very helpful and insightfull to make the best of our experience. A perfect trip from start to finish! Highly recommended for anyone looking for an unforgettable diving experience yet very comfortable and relaxing, with great food and the nicest vibes. The LiveAboard team was also very accomodating and perfectly communicated with us from booking to arrival.
Recommended for
The crew's sympathy and hospitality. The diving experience. The variety and deliciousness of the food.
04 Nov, 2024

10 Exceptional
RADHIKA A
United States

Diving in a lap of luxury!
Loved it!! The diving was amazing and crew were so helpful. The Dhoni made it really easy to set out gear and get ready. The food was fabulous. I loved the massage that I could sneak it. Incredible sunsets. My husband, who doesnt dive, joined me to snorkel. He enjoyed being taken to isolated islands for nice lovely snorkels everyday. It was the ultimate in luxury and fun diving!!!
Recommended for
Fabulous diving. Crew was extremely helpful and attentive. Beautiful location.
25 Oct, 2025

10 Exceptional
YOUNGGWAN S
South Korea

Every diver's dream, the Scuba Spa
The best part was the cleanliness of the scubus wave. Briefing time before all the dives, delicious food, friendly crew, safe dive instructors, and all the crew are there to help us if we have any problems or questions. The perfect sea, the perfect ship, and the perfect people make the Scubus Spa a program worthy of the world's No. 1 liveaboard reputation.
Recommended for
Clear sea, friendly crew, clean rooms
17 Dec, 2019

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10 Exceptional
Gregory B
Netherlands

A great way to get away and do some fantastic diving.
after a day diving, getting a 2 hour massage was great. Highly recommended.
Recommended for
The SPA, great food and the diving.
06 Dec, 2017

10 Exceptional
Arnanti K
Singapore

One of the best LiveAboard
Events organized during the trip, BBQ sunsets, Cocktails (Happy Hours) & amazing dives.
Recommended for
Dive Guides; Food prepared by wonderful chefs, and all staff
15 Jun, 2022

10 Exceptional
Marta S
Poland

Amazing week onboard and underwater
Night dive with nurse sharks is enough good reason to go there. Amazing marine life. Very experienced and friendly crew. Modern, spacious vessel with a lot of room to relax. Delicious food. Perfect balance between diving and rest.
Recommended for
5 star diving, caring and friendly crew, comfortable boat
28 May, 2018

9.6 Exceptional
Jane D
United Kingdom

Five stars for the Scubaspa team!
We had an excellent time aboard the Scubaspa. This was our second time on Scubaspa so we knew what to expect but it surpassed our expectations. They have tweaked the level of service, quality of the food and dive team to be even better than before. We would not hesitate to recommend this boat as it is by far the best service level and cabin/ship quality in the Maldives. Congratulations to Thomas and his team. We really did enjoy our time with them. As we have already said the whole team were perfect. For us though Faiz, our dive guide, was superb, very attentive and we felt safe and well looked after in the water. The dive briefings were the best that we have experienced aboard at liveaboard, Faiz and Hassan had excellent English so made them interesting and fun. Pavel, from the dhoni crew, was always attentive and on hand to help zip up our wet suits, check our nitrox and help us with our equipment. Abey and Tuttik on the hospitality team were charming and delightful. Shah, Romesh and Mahendi couldn't do enough to help and always remembered how we liked our coffee and had it ready and waiting. Abdulla. the chef, turned out beautiful food from starter, mains and desserts to die for! Thank you to the team for making our holiday really special. We will definitely be back.
Recommended for
Safety of dive guiding - our guide Faiz was very attentive. Food - Abdulla, the Chef, produced excellent food and lots of variety. The crew were delightful - everyone in the team couldn't do enough to help.
18 Nov, 2024

10 Exceptional
Jasper P
Netherlands

Treat yourself and book this trip!
In the first week of May 2026, we were able to enjoy an eight-day cruise in the Maldives. Our expectations were high, but even those high expectations have been exceeded. What a fantastic experience! All the staff is superb; sweet, attentive, helpful, hospitable and always present in a pleasant way! They are all super good at what they do! The diving was fantastic and every time there was fantastic and varied food ready! With a lump in our throats we said goodbye to the boat and the crew! A trip that we have been looking forward to for a long time, but that we can look back on with great pleasure for much longer! Really a party!
Recommended for
Beautiful boat and great service. Fantastic food. Pampering with attention to the smallest details.
12 May, 2026

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9.6 Exceptional
Mahé D
France

Just awesome, we recommend it!
Scubaspa is a great live-first choice. The boat is very comfortable and spacious and the experience out of the water is fantastic. Very attentive staff and quality of the dive sites and dhoni.
Recommended for
Quality of the dives and our guide (small groups). Service and on-board staff. Excellent food.
04 Apr, 2025

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9.2 Superb
Michelle B
South Africa

Best of the maldives all in one place
We had an amazing trip and did not want to leave. The staff are all super friendly . Many thanks to Jim and Mahim eo made all our meals super special and memorable. We had some awsome one on one encounters with nurse sharks and mantas at the back of the boat which we will remember forever. We will definitly be back to Scubaspa !
Recommended for
Excellent service. Snorkelling at the back of the boat with manta. Beach BBQ.
06 Dec, 2024

9.2 Superb
Melanie S
United States

Great for divers and non-divers
The boat only had 16 divers on board so the diver to guide ratio was fantastic. I was traveling with someone who didn’t dive so she got the spa package and there wasn’t a bad massage on the menu. I ended up with three massages anyway. This boat is great for a few dives a day and a gentle itinerary and/or if you’re traveling with a non-diver. If you want many dives and and better caliber of divers this is not the boat for you.
Recommended for
Diving, Massage and A/C
15 May, 2022

10 Exceptional
Ekaterina R
Germany

Awesome diving experience in perfect ambience
Beautiful boat and awesome crew. Simon, Laura and Tristan were the perfect Boat directors and very interested in our safety and personal well-being. We felt very welcome all the time and always had someone around for a nice chat. The dive teachers Mox and Wishoo are very experienced and know every dive spot by heart. We had a stunning trip and loved every minute of it. The highlights were the BBQ on a private island - so beautiful! So as the night dive surrounded by hundreds of sharks. Also the diving spots were well chosen, every single one had its own speciality. Food and service were amazing too, we could ask for everything anytime. We do definitely recommend the Scubaspa Ying experience and will come back for our next diving adventure! Thanks to the whole crew for the great trip!
Recommended for
Individual support, attentive crew, family-feeling on board
28 Sep, 2020

8.8 Fabulous
LEONID B
Spain

Very good
Very nice, everything was perfect!
Recommended for
Diving, trip
13 Feb, 2017

9.6 Exceptional
Ivan P
United States

Amazing experience! Great accommodation! Fun dive
Great full time spending with all the crew on the board of scubaspa yang ! Wait to see again . Best regards
Recommended for
Diving, lovely crew, food
05 Apr, 2017

10 Exceptional
Tisha G
United States

Amazing all future trips will be on a live aboard!
This was one of the best decisions I've ever made and I don't even dive! Five star everything while floating through the amazing Maldives. It has set the bar for all future travel and we will definitely be doing it again in another part of the world. New experiences, new friends and new appreciation for live aboard travel! Thank you!
Recommended for
Beautiful Boat, 5 Star Staff and Service, Always on the move
24 Oct, 2019