Princess Maani

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Princess Maani anchored off a deserted island, seen from the air

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42 m · 28 guests · 14 cabins · 17 crew members

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Princess Maani is a 42-metre Maldivian liveaboard built in 2024 — one of the newest dive vessels in the country. Fourteen cabins across three decks take up to 28 guests, looked after by 17 crew and 5 dive guides. Every cabin has air conditioning, an en-suite bathroom with a warm shower, a personal safe and a generous wardrobe.

Cabins come in three categories. Six Superior cabins on the lower deck have an opening window and can be set up as double, twin or single; cabin 101 doubles as a family room with the option of a third bed, while 103 and 104 are twin-only. Four Deluxe I cabins on the main deck are the most spacious on board, on the same level as the restaurant, with three large windows and forward views. Four Deluxe II cabins on the upper deck have exceptionally large picture windows and elevated sea views. All Deluxe cabins have separable king-size beds.

On board there are two jacuzzis on the upper decks, sun and observation decks with loungers and soft seating, a cocktail bar, an air-conditioned saloon, massage and daily housekeeping. Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available. A European chef runs the galley: buffet service indoors and al fresco, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, and a barbecue on a deserted island. Nitrox on board is free.

Diving runs from a 14-metre dhoni that travels alongside the yacht — all the gear stays there, keeping the main decks clear. The vessel runs four itineraries: the central atolls, a manta-focused route, the north, and an expedition to the far south. The crew speaks English and Italian.

No mark-up

You pay the rate the operator publishes. The only thing added on top is the actual payment processing cost — no fee of ours.

We run the booking

Correspondence with the operator, holding your places, the contract, confirmation and all paperwork sit on our side. Nothing for you to arrange yourself.

Pay by card

We send you a Stripe invoice — pay by card, in your own currency, from anywhere in the world. The transfer to the operator is handled on our side.

Support in your language

We help you pick the cabin and dates, answer questions on the route and gear, and stay reachable until you are home — in English, in your time zone.

We quote the exact amount when confirming the booking: it covers the operator's rate plus the actual payment processing cost. No hidden charges.

Yacht Specifications

Length

42 m

Beam

12 m

Year Built

2024

Capacity

28 guests

Cabins

14

Crew

17 members

Speed

12 knots (cruising)

Engine

CUMMINS, 1000 hp

Bathrooms

15

Tender

14 m dhoni and 5 m dinghy

Water capacity

6000 l

Fuel capacity

7949 l

On Board

2 jacuzzis
En-suite bathroom in every cabin
Air conditioning in every cabin
Warm water showers
Family cabins
Sea-view cabins
Safe box in cabin
Air-conditioned saloon
Bar
Sun deck
Observation deck
Leisure deck
Massage
Kayaks
Stand-up paddleboards
Snorkeling
Audio and video entertainment
Charging stations
Separate rinse for underwater cameras
Laundry service
Daily housekeeping
Custom built for diving
Non-smoking cabins
Local and international crew
Available for charter

Diving on board

Free nitrox
Dedicated dive deck
Shaded kitting-up area
Diving from a 14 m dhoni
DIN adaptors
Separate rinse for underwater cameras

5 dive guides for 28 guests. Gear can be rented on board — state your needs on the booking form and pay on board. The crew speaks English and Italian.

Food and drinks

Fine cuisine
Full board
Buffet style
Al fresco dining
Western food
Local food
Vegetarian options
Vegan options
Beach barbecue
Welcome cocktails
Fine wine selection
Beer

A European chef runs the galley. Mention dietary requirements when you book — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-friendly options are covered.

Cabins

· 6 cabins

Double / Twin / Single

Beds: Double bed or two singles (convertible)

Six cabins on the lower deck. Cabin 101 works as a family room with the option of a third bed; cabins 103 and 104 are twin-only. Each has a personal safe, a generous wardrobe, drawers and shelving, an opening window in the room and a porthole in the bathroom.

En-suite bathroom with shower Individual climate control Personal safe Generous wardrobe, drawers and shelving Opening window Up to 2 guests (third bed in cabin 101) Solo traveller friendly

· 4 cabins

Double / Twin

Beds: Separable king-size bed (double or two singles)

The most spacious cabins on board, on the same level as the restaurant, with superior forward views. Three large windows, ample storage and an en-suite bathroom with a shower.

Three large windows Superior forward view En-suite bathroom with shower Individual climate control Separable king-size bed Ample storage Up to 2 guests

· 4 cabins

Double / Twin

Beds: Separable king-size bed (double or two singles)

Upper-deck cabins with exceptionally large non-opening windows and elevated sea views. Slightly smaller than Deluxe I but bright and comfortable, with an en-suite bathroom and shower.

Picture window with sea view En-suite bathroom with shower Individual climate control Separable king-size bed Up to 2 guests

Schedule & Pricing

Best of Central Atolls (Male — Male)

The vessel's main route, running all year. Out of Male through North and South Male, Vaavu and Ari: manta cleaning stations, night dives with rays, current-swept channels where grey reef sharks gather, and the south of Ari for whale sharks. Sandbank picnics and a barbecue on a deserted island are part of the week.

December 2026
1 departure
January 2027
3 departures

Manta Madness (Male — Male)

A route built around mantas: Rasdhoo, Ari and Hanifaru Bay in the UNESCO biosphere reserve of Baa. In plankton season dozens of mantas and whale sharks move into Hanifaru, while the cleaning stations of Ari keep mantas circling over the reef almost non-stop.

August 2027
1 departure
October 2027
1 departure

Northern Highlights (Male — Male)

Eleven nights north through Lhaviyani, Noonu, Raa and Baa. Remote atolls that few vessels reach: pristine reefs, pelagic-rich thilas and historic wrecks. A route for divers who already know the central atolls.

August 2027
1 departure
August 2028
1 departure

Wild Deep South (Addu — Addu)

An expedition below the equator out of Addu — Fuvahmulah, Huvadhoo and the neighbouring atolls. Fuvahmulah is known for tiger sharks year-round, along with hammerheads and mantas, and the British Loyalty wreck lies in Addu. Currents are strong and drift experience is required. The route starts and ends in Gan, reached by domestic flight.

February 2027
1 departure
March 2028
1 departure

10 Atolls, 2 Hemispheres (Gan — Male)

A crossing of the whole country in eleven nights: Addu, Fuvahmulah, Huvadhoo, Laamu, Thaa, Meemu, Vattaru, Felidhoo, South Male and North Male. The vessel's richest itinerary — from the tiger sharks of the equator to the manta cleaning stations of the central atolls. One end is in Gan, the other in Male, with a domestic flight in between.

January 2027
1 departure
March 2027
1 departure

Prices and availability can change. Get in touch and we'll confirm current dates and pricing.

Included in Price

VAT
Airport transfer
Full board — all meals
Drinking water, tea and coffee
Welcome cocktails
Beach barbecue
Nitrox
Kayaks
Stand-up paddleboards
Cabin, deck and beach towels
Complimentary toiletries

Required extras

Environment tax — $12 / day
Fuel surcharge — $70 / trip
Mandatory service charge — $150–255 / trip
National park fees — $0–45 / activity

Optional extras

Dive insurance — $35–50
Extra dives — $60
Wi-Fi on board — $30–45 / trip
Alcoholic beverages
Soft drinks
Diving courses, including a nitrox course
Laundry and pressing
Massage
Full equipment rental — $35–45 / day
BCD, regulator, computer, dive light or wetsuit rental — $10 / day per item
Mask, fins or snorkel gear rental — $5 / day per item
15 l tanks — $70 / week

Extras are shown per person and are paid on board.

Princess Maani

from 1740 EUR / 7 nights

Estimated wait time — 24 hours

Princess Maani

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