Island Safari II - Maldives Liveaboard
- Destination: Ari Atoll, North Male Atoll, South Male Atoll
- Trip Duration: 8 Day Safaris, Year Round
- Total Dives: Up to 3 Dives per day
- Total Guests: 24 Guests
- Prices: from $1,679.00 U.S. per person
- Nitrox: No
- Internet Access: Yes
- Prices and Schedule
Completed in 2007, latest addition to the Island Safari liveaboard fleet, Island Safari II is a beautiful safari cruiser designed for extremely comfortable Maldives Liveaboard diving. With 2 Master Suites, 2 Junior Suites, and 6 Standard Suites she easily accommodates a maximum of 24 guests in style. She has a comfortable indoor lounge featuring a flat screen T.V., restaurant, bar, and plenty of board games for relaxing between dives. There is plenty of outdoor space on the various decks to enjoy the beauty of the Maldives, spend time with fellow divers, or find a private spot for some alone time. For photographers there is a dedicated camera room with a table, charging points, and ample space for all your hi-tech equipment.
The Island Safari II has quickly become a favorite among discerning divers from Asia, and Europe who are looking for a great value in a Standard Class Liveaboard. She offers trips year round with guaranteed departure. There is no possibility of trip cancellation due to an insufficient number of bookings. Maldives Liveaboard diving in style. A Dive Adventures Asia Top Pick!
Photo Gallery | Prices and Cabin Selection | How to Get There | Schedule 2011 - 2012 | Itinerary | Dive Map
A Choice of Cabins
With 10 comfortably appointed cabins in 3 standards there is more than enough room for a total of 24 divers. All cabins are very spacious, feature large en-suite bathrooms, individually controlled air-conditioning, and have either porthole or picture windows for added natural light. The Master and Junior Suites are a bit more spacious and have a 2 person sofa for relaxing in your room.
Island Safari II Offers Three Different Cabin Sizes: 2 Master Suites (Queen Size Bed- Upper Deck), 2 Junior Suites (Queen / Twin Bed - Lower Deck), and 6 Lower Deck Standard Suites(Double / Twin / Triple).
Each Cabin Features the Following Creature Comforts:
- Individually Controlled Air-Conditioning
- Private Bathroom and Toilet with Hot / Cold Water Walk In Shower or Bath Tub
- Hand Basin and Bathroom Counter Space
- Toiletries and Towels
- Room Service
- Towel Service
- Bed Linens
- Reading Lamp
- Large Wardrobe and Shelves
- Vanity Mirror
- Dressing Table
- Mini-Refrigerator
- IDD Telephone
- 3 pin 220V electricity (bring and international adaptor)
- Luggage Space
The Master Suite and Junior Suite are a great choice if your looking for the maximum amount of comfort and space. The Master Suites feature a bath tub and shower rather than a walk in shower. The best value for the money, would be the Lower Deck Standard Suites. The Standard Suites are ideal for triple share or a family.
Indoor Saloon and Dining Area
The saloon, which is combined with the indoor dining area, is air-conditioned, tastefully decorated in asian hardwoods, and offers stunning views of the Indian Ocean. A variety of international and asian cuisine is prepared daily using fresh spices, fruits, vegetables, and seafood. All meals are served buffet style, so eat as much as you like. Coffee, Tea, and Snacks are always available between meal times free of charge. There is a full service bar where you can select from a list of fines wines, for your dining pleasure. After dinner or between dives relax in the saloon equipped with DVD / TV and music center, and a full selection of marine life books for your enjoyment.
Island Safari II Dining Features:
- Sri Lankan, Indian, Japanese, Italian, and Western Cuisine
- Island BBQ when Weather and Route Permits.
- Meals Include Pre-Dive Morning Snack, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and a Variety Snacks Between Meals
- Biscuits, Toast, Cereal, Fruit, 1 Large Bottle of Fresh Water, Hot Tea, and Coffee are Complimentary
- Soft Drinks, Additional Bottled Water, Beer, Wine, and Alcohol are Available for Purchase
- Meals are Served Buffet Style in the Indoor Air-Conditioned Dining Area
Vegetarian and Halal Diets are accommodated with advance request.
Beautiful Outdoor Common Areas
For sun lovers, there is a spacious sun deck forward on the bow and one on the upper most deck with cushioned sun beds, perfect for tanning and star gazing. Don't forget the beautiful outdoor seating area at the rear of the liveaboard main deck, complete with a hard wood table and chairs, perfect for relaxing in the evening with a cocktail or glass of wine. You shouldn't miss out on the morning sunrise or sunset from the upper sun deck. The covered area of the upper deck is also a customer favorite for relaxing between dives while enjoying a spectacular Maldivian sea breeze.
Diving in Comfort
Diving activities are conducted from a 18 meter (55 ft.) custom built dive dhoni which has GPS and large dive platform at the rear. The dive dhoni is accompanied by a captain and dive staff. The dive dhoni is a fully functioning diving vessel that will provide fast and safe transfers to all the dive sites. As most of the dives in the Maldives are deeper than 18 meters (60 ft.), in moderate to strong current, it is recommended that divers complete the Advanced Open Water Course prior to arrival or have equivalent diving experience. It would also be a good idea to purchase a reef hook at your local dive center and bring it with you on the liveaboard.
Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, the dive dhoni is staffed and operated by experienced dive professionals with varied backgrounds. All dive personnel are specially trained in the marine ecology of the Maldives and are more than happy to show divers the local attractions as well as impart their knowledge of the local marine environment. The enthusiasm and dedication of the dive staff is evident in their interaction with guests, always with special attention on educating divers and promoting the safety and protection of the amazing ecosystem of the Maldives.
Island Safari II Dive Dhoni is Equipped with the Following:
- Hot Water Shower
- Toilet
- Fresh Water Shower at the Rear
- Camera Table
- Fresh Water Tank for Cameras and Video Equipment
- Air Compressors
- Gear Rack
- Topside Sundeck for Sun Bathing Between Dives
PADI Dive Courses and introductory dives are not available on the Island Safari II.
Island Safari II Liveaboard Gallery
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Spacious Indoor Saloon |
Enjoy Your Diving Videos |
Full Service Bar |
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Air Conditioned Dining Area |
Free Flowing Tea and Coffee |
Rear Deck Lounge |
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Custom Dive Dhoni |
Beautiful Sun Deck |
Ari Atoll and Beyond |
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Double / Twin Suite |
En-Suite Bathrooms |
Double / Twin Cabin |
Island Safari II Liveaboard Prices and Cabin Selection 2011 - 2012
Season and Destination |
# Days |
Master / Junior Suite |
Twin Share Cabin |
Triple Share Cabin |
Full Charter |
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Jan 08 to May 07, 2011 N. Male / Ari / S. Male |
8D/7N |
$2,349.00 |
$1,849.00 |
$1,679.00 |
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Jul 4, 2011 to Sep 30, 2011 N. Male / Ari / S. Male |
8D/7N |
$2,399.00 |
$1,899.00 |
$1729.00 |
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| Oct 1, 2011 to May 05, 2012 N. Male / Ari / S. Male |
8D/7N |
$2,559.00 |
$2,059.00 |
$1,889.00 |
Liveaboard Trip Prices Include: All prices are per person and include accommodation on board, all meals, most drinks (drinking water, coffee, tea, etc.), professional dive master services, scuba tanks, weights, weight belt, air, up to 3 dives per day, one night dive, BBQ on a deserted island when possible, and the Maldivian bed tax. We also include greeting and transfer to and from Male International Airport and the liveaboard. Please contact Dive Adventures Asia for non-diver and single supplement rates!
Additional Charges: Equipment rental is not included in the above prices and can be paid for upon arrival. Equipment rental is generally $30 - $35 U.S. per day for a full set of equipment, depending on availability. A 3.5% Maldivian Goods and Services Tax is not included in the trip price.. A $45.00 handling fee is not included the trip price and is paid at booking with the Maldivian Goods and Services Tax. Dive computers for every diver are obligatory in the Maldives and can be rented upon arrival.
Additional Activities and Services Available Upon Request:
- Dan Scuba Diving Insurance
- PADI Courses
- Sport Fishing
- Internet Services
- Male City Tour
How to Get There: With so many international air carriers flying directly into Male, the capital city of the Maldives, there is no need to book your liveaboard trip as part of a package deal and pay hidden fees. The most cost effective way to dive the Maldives is to pick a liveaboard of interest and then book your flights directly to Male. You will be greeted in Male and transferred to your liveaboard. Its that easy!
There are direct flights from Europe, Asia, and the United States. If your flying from the U.S. the most direct route is via Singapore.
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Island Safari II Liveaboard Cruise Schedule 2011 - 2012
February 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS25 |
05-Feb-2011 |
12-Feb-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS26 |
12-Feb-2011 |
19-Feb-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS27 |
19-Feb-2011 |
26-Feb-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS28 |
26-Feb-2011 |
05-Mar-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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March 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS29 |
05-Mar-2011 |
12-Mar-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS30 |
12-Mar-2011 |
19-Mar-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS31 |
19-Mar-2011 |
26-Mar-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS32 |
26-Mar-2011 |
02-Apr-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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April 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS33 |
02-Apr-2011 |
09-Apr-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS34 |
09-Apr-2011 |
16-Apr-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS35 |
16-Apr-2011 |
23-Apr-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS35A |
23-Apr-2011 |
30-Apr-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS36 |
30-Apr-2011 |
07-May-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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July 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS37 |
02-Jul-2011 |
09-Jul-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS38 |
09-Jul-2011 |
16-Jul-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS39 |
16-Jul-2011 |
23-Jul-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS40 |
23-Jul-2011 |
30-Jul-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS40A |
30-Jul-2011 |
06-Aug-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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August 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS41 |
06-Aug-2011 |
13-Aug-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS42 |
13-Aug-2011 |
20-Aug-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS43 |
20-Aug-2011 |
27-Aug-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS44 |
27-Aug-2011 |
03-Sep-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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September 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS46 |
03-Sep-2011 |
10-Sep-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS47 |
10-Sep-2011 |
17-Sep-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS48 |
17-Sep-2011 |
24-Sep-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS49 |
24-Sep-2011 |
01-Oct-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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October 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS50 |
01-Oct-2011 |
08-Oct-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS51 |
08-Oct-2011 |
15-Oct-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS52 |
15-Oct-2011 |
22-Oct-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS53 |
22-Oct-2011 |
29-Oct-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS54 |
29-Oct-2011 |
05-Nov-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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November 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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IS55 |
05-Nov-2011 |
12-Nov-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS56 |
12-Nov-2011 |
19-Nov-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS57 |
19-Nov-2011 |
26-Nov-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS58 |
26-Nov-2011 |
03-Dec-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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December 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS59 |
03-Dec-2011 |
10-Dec-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS60 |
10-Dec-2011 |
17-Dec-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS61 |
17-Dec-2011 |
24-Dec-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS62 |
24-Dec-2011 |
31-Dec-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS63 |
31-Dec-2011 |
07-Jan-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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January 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS64 |
07-Jan-2012 |
14-Jan-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS65 |
14-Jan-2012 |
21-Jan-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS66 |
21-Jan-2011 |
28-Jan-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS67 |
28-Jan-2012 |
04-Feb-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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February 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS68 |
04-Feb-2012 |
11-Feb-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS69 |
11-Feb-2012 |
18-Feb-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS70 |
18-Feb-2012 |
25-Feb-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS71 |
25-Feb-2012 |
03-Mar-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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March 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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IS72 |
03-Mar-2012 |
10-Mar-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS73 |
10-Mar-2012 |
17-Mar-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS74 |
17-Mar-2012 |
24-Mar-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS75 |
24-Mar-2012 |
31-Mar-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS76 |
31-Mar-2012 |
07-Apr-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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April 2012
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IS72 |
07-Apr-2012 |
14-Apr-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS73 |
14-Apr-2012 |
21-Apr-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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IS74 |
21-Apr-2012 |
28-Apr-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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IS75 |
28-Apr-2012 |
05-May-2012 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male
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Up to 3 |
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Island Safari II Maldives Itinerary
The itinerary of the Island Safari II is meant to deliver the best diving of the Maldives within the time allotted for the liveaboard cruise. Her schedule will consist primarily of 8 Day / 7 Night and 11 Day / 10 Night cruises to the best dive sites around the Ari, North Male, and South Male Atolls. All Island Safari II liveaboard cruises will depart from Hulhule harbor near the capital city of Male. There will also be one 9 Day / 8 Night cruise during the diving season.
Sample Itinerary
Day of Boarding (First Day on the Island Safari II)
Morning or afternoon flight to Male International Airport, pick up and transfer from the airport by speed boat or dive dhoni (depending on sea conditions the boat ride takes about 10 minutes). You should try to arrive as close to 12:00 noon as possible. If you have an earlier or later flight pick up is possible all day long on the day of arrival. Some guests will arrive the day before boarding and stay at a nearby hotel on Male or Hulhule.
Diving Days (Depending on the length of the Cruise)
- Up to 3 Dives per Day
- 1 Night Dive per Cruise
Day of Departure ( Last Day on the Island Safari II)
Morning breakfast and gear packing, then transfer by boat to the Male International Airport before 12:00 noon to connect with your departing flight.
Note: This does not represent an exact itinerary, it is approximate only. Every cruise is different. Itineraries depend on current conditions, time of year, weather, captain, cruise director, and guest preferences. We do our best to put you at the best sites possible on every dive.
We take no responsibility for scheduling or itinerary changes due to changing weather, political situations, natural disasters or other events beyond our control. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any kind of trip you do anywhere in the world. We also recommend that you have DAN or other diving accident insurance up to date and current in case of an unanticipated evacuation or other treatment that may not be covered by your regular insurance.
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