Maldives Liveaboard Dive Expedition

Central Atolls • March 28 – April 4, 2027

7 Nights Aboard the Maldives Master Liveaboard

Hosted by Eco Dive Center

Experience one of the most legendary dive destinations on earth with the Eco Dive Center Crew. This hosted group adventure explores the Central Atolls of the Maldives, an area famous for manta rays, sharks, colorful coral reefs, and thrilling channel dives.

Travel with our experienced team so you can focus on the fun while we help coordinate logistics, dive planning, and group camaraderie. From the moment you leave Los Angeles until the final dive, our goal is to make this adventure smooth, social, and unforgettable.

Trip Highlights

✔ Hosted by the Eco Dive Center Crew
✔ Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) to Malé on Singapore Airlines
✔ 7 nights aboard the Maldives Master Liveaboard
✔ Up to 17 incredible dives in the Central Atolls
✔ Encounters with manta rays, reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, and massive schools of fish
✔ Comfortable liveaboard experience with full meals included
✔ Built-in dive buddies and a relaxed group atmosphere

Travel Schedule

Travel Dates (Approximate)

March 26–27, 2027
Depart Los Angeles for the Maldives

March 28, 2027
Arrive Malé and transfer to the Maldives Master

March 28 – April 4, 2027
Liveaboard diving expedition

April 4–5, 2027
Return travel to Los Angeles

Guests should plan for international travel days before and after the liveaboard.Optional Maldives resort add-on nights are available before or after the trip.

Round-Trip Airfare Included

This package includes round-trip economy class airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) to Malé (MLE) on Singapore Airlines, one of the world’s top-rated international carriers.

Typical routing includes connections through Singapore or another major international hub, offering excellent service and comfort for long-haul travel.

Airfare includes:

• Round-trip economy airfare LAX → MLE
• Singapore Airlines international service
• Standard checked baggage allowance

Final flight schedules will be confirmed closer to departure.

Liveaboard Experience

The Maldives Master is a spacious liveaboard designed specifically for divers. Guests enjoy comfortable accommodations, excellent meals, and professional dive support while exploring remote reefs throughout the Central Atolls.

Features include:

• Comfortable cabins with private bathrooms
• Spacious dive deck
• Dedicated dive dhoni (tender)
• Indoor lounge and dining area
• Sun deck for relaxing between dives
• Experienced dive guides and crew

Diving the Central Atolls

This itinerary explores some of the most famous dive regions in the Maldives, including:

• North Malé Atoll
• South Malé Atoll
• Rasdhoo Atoll
• North Ari Atoll
• South Ari Atoll

These areas are known for channel diving, vibrant coral reefs, manta cleaning stations, and exciting pelagic encounters.

Marine life sightings may include:

• Grey reef sharks
• White-tip reef sharks
• Eagle rays
• Manta rays
• Napoleon wrasse
• Barracuda and trevally
• Sea turtles
• Large schools of reef fish
• Colorful soft corals and sea fans

Typical Dive Day

Most dive days follow a relaxed rhythm:

Morning
• Light breakfast
• Dive briefing
• Dive 1

Late Morning
• Full breakfast
• Relaxation
• Dive 2

Afternoon
• Lunch
• Relaxation
• Dive 3

Evening
• Snacks
• Dinner
• Optional sunset or night dive (conditions permitting)

Number of Dives

Up to 17 dives are scheduled during the 7-night itinerary.  The final dive will always allow a minimum 24-hour surface interval before flying.

Transfers

• Approximately 30-minute transfer from Male Airport to Dock

Experience Requirements

This itinerary features advanced Maldives diving with currents and deeper profiles.

Minimum requirements:

• 30 logged dives
• Open Water certification with Deep training to 30m / 100ft
• Advanced Open Water recommended
• Nitrox certification strongly recommended

Divers should be comfortable with:

• Drift diving
• Medium to strong currents
• Negative entries
• SMB deployment

Required Equipment

All divers must carry:

• Dive computer
• Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) and reel
• Dive insurance covering evacuation and recompression treatment

Water Temperature

Water temperatures typically range between:

78°F – 84°F (26°C – 29°C)

Recommended exposure protection:

• 3mm wetsuit
• 5mm wetsuit for cold-sensitive divers

Trip Payment Schedule

To secure a reservation on the Eco Dive Center Maldives Liveaboard Expedition, the following payment schedule applies:

Deposit – Due at Time of Reservation
$800 per person
This deposit secures your space on the trip and is non-refundable.

Second Payment – Due April 26, 2026

$1,155 per person

Final Payment – Due 91 Days Prior to Departure

The remaining balance is due 95 days before the trip departure date.

Departure Date: March 26, 2027

Final Payment Due: December 21, 2026

Important Payment Terms

• Reservations are not confirmed until the deposit is received.

• Payments must be made on or before the scheduled due dates.

• Failure to make payments by the due date may result in cancellation of the reservation and forfeiture of deposits paid.

• Due to airline ticketing commitments and liveaboard cabin allocations, all deposits are non-refundable.

• Additional cancellation penalties may apply depending on the timing of cancellation and commitments already made to airlines and the liveaboard operator.

Additional Fees

Maldives Government Green Tax

$12 USD per person per night

Paid onboard and subject to change.

Eco Dive Center Hosted Trip

Traveling with Eco Dive Center means you have a team helping every step of the way.

Benefits include:

• Pre-trip planning assistance
• Guidance on travel and equipment
• Organized group logistics
• Built-in dive buddies
• A fun and supportive dive community

Our goal is simple: maximize diving, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences.

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