Ocean Dancer - Maldives Liveaboard
- Destination: North Male, South Ari, South Male
- Trip Duration: 8 - 11 Day Safaris, November to April
- Total Dives: Up to 3 Dives per day
- Total Guests: 16 Guests
- Prices: from $2,695.00 U.S. per person
- Nitrox: Yes
- Internet Access: Yes
- Prices and Schedule
The Dancer as she is called by the local diving community is one of the most recognized and beloved liveaboards in the entire Maldives archipelago. A member of the world renowned Peter Hughes Liveaboard Fleet she embodies state of the art technology, a high standard of accommodation, and exceptional services from a highly experienced crew. As you might come to expect from a Peter Hughes Liveaboard your Maldives diving holiday aboard the Ocean Dancer will be one of the most opulent and pampered diving holidays you will ever experience.
Ocean Dancer offers 5 Star accommodation for 16 guests in 6 Deluxe and 2 Master Staterooms, each cabin is beautifully appointed, air-conditioned, and en-suite. At 33 meters (108 ft.) long and limiting the number of guests to 16 she is one of the most spacious liveaboards in the Maldives. The Ocean Dancer combines the high standards of the Peter Hughes Dancer Fleet with the unique flavor of outstanding Maldivian services. Join the Ocean Dancer and Indulge Yourself. A Dive Adventures Asia Top Pick!
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A Cabin For Everyone
With 8 beautifully decorated cabins in two configurations everyone is guaranteed a good nights sleep aboard the Ocean Dancer. All cabins are very well laid out, roomy and spacious, and have porthole windows for added natural light. .
Ocean Dancer Offers Two Different Cabin Sizes: 2 Master Staterooms (Queen Size Bed), 6 Deluxe Staterooms (Queen Size Bed and Twin Size Bed).
Each Cabin Features all the Comforts of Home:
- Individually Controlled Air-Conditioning
- Private Bathroom and Toilet with Hot / Cold Water Walk In Shower
- Hand Basin and Bathroom Counter Space
- Toiletries and Towels
- Bed Linens
- IDD Telephone
- Bed Side Reading Lamp
- Wardrobe and Shelves
- Vanity Mirror
- Flat Screen T.V. and Entertainment System
- 3 pin 220V electricity (bring and international adaptor)
- Luggage Space
The Master Stateroom is outstanding it you want the ultimate in comfort and space, ideal for a couple or a honeymoon. All cabins are of the same high standards, with the Master Saterooms giving a bit more space.
Entertainment, Dining, and Common Areas
The Dancer is massive and with only 16 guests onboard it is always easy to find a place to be alone or spend some time with your fellow explorers. For relaxing between dives or in the evening the interior air-conditioned saloon is as charming and rustic as the guest cabins. Most everything in the saloon area is constructed of or finished in asian hard woods giving it a warm and classic feeling. There is a video and entertainment system for your use, and a library of marine and general interest books. On the upper deck there is great area for enjoying a morning sea breeze and a cup of coffee before diving, improving your tan lines, or enjoying the sunset with a cocktail or two.
After an early morning beverage is delivered to your cabin, breakfast is cooked to order and is always accompanied by fresh fruit and cereals. Lunch is buffet style and is always delicious with varied Asian and International cuisine. In between meals, high energy snacks are provided to maintain your power for diving. When the diving day is over it's time to sit down for dinner around the main deck dining table and enjoy a broad range of wonderful international dishes and a wonderful glass of wine. Beer and wine are all inclusive at dinner which usually creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in the evenings as you relax with your fellow divers beneath the stars and share your stories from the day of diving.
Signature Amenities:
- In Room Morning Coffee Service
- Fresh Warm Towels After Each Dive
- Sit Down Dining Service
- Nightly Turn Down Services
- Mid Week Linen Change
- 24 Hour Safety Watch
As an added bonus to the luxurious space and comfort provided on board the Ocean Dancer also has a spa services which provide a range of massage services and skin treatments. You deserve it!
Your Own Private Dive Dhoni
Diving activities are conducted from a 16 meter (52 ft.) custom built dive dhoni which will accommodate 16 divers in comfort. 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.
The dive dhoni has been designed with comfort and convenience in mind. There is plenty of area for suiting up and loads of storage space for your personal equipment. Each diver will be assigned his or her own station and your gear will remain set up during the entire cruise. Tanks are filled at this station, so you never have to worry about moving your equipment except to get in the water, and the caring crew will help you with that. Personal gear is stored at your station, and wet suits are hung up to dry on a custom rack. Cameras are stored apart from your personal gear on a special camera table. There are two showers at the rear for a quick rinse after the dives.
Ocean Dancer Dive Dhoni is Equipped with the Following:
- Camera Table
- Wet Suit Dryer
- Fresh Water Shower at the Rear
- Fresh Water Tank for Cameras
- Nitrox Blending Station
- Air Compressors
- Gear Rack
- Hot Tea and Coffee Facilities
PADI Dive Courses and introductory dives are available upon request.
Ocean Dancer Liveaboard Gallery
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Beautiful Indoor Saloon |
Massive Forward Deck |
Sun Deck with a View |
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Full Service Bar |
On Board Massage |
Hang with the Captain |
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Spacious Deluxe Stateroom |
Luxurious Master Stateroom |
Dbl / Twin Deluxe Stateroom |
Ocean Dancer Liveaboard Prices and Cabin Selection 2010 - 2011
Destination |
# Days |
Master Stateroom |
Double / Twin Deluxe Stateroom |
Full Charter |
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| North Male / South Ari / South Male | 8D/7N |
$2,695.00 U.S. |
$2,695.00 U.S. |
$37,730.00 U.S. |
| North Male / South Ari / South Male | 11D/10N |
$3,895.00 U.S. |
$3,895.00 U.S. |
$54,530.00 U.S. |
Liveaboard Trip Prices Include: All prices are per person and include accommodation on board, all meals, most drinks (drinking water, coffee, tea, etc.), wine with dinner, professional dive master services, scuba tanks, weights, weight belt, air, up to 3 dives per day. We also include greeting and transfer to and from Male International Airport and the liveaboard.
Additional Charges: Equipment rental and nitrox are not included in the above prices and can be paid for upon arrival. Equipment rental is generally $35.00 - $40.00 U.S. per day for a full set of equipment, depending on availability. Each diver entering the water from will be required to have the following minimum surface safety equipment on each dive: • Diver Alert (Surface audible signaling device) • Safety Sausage (For the vessel to spot a diver in the distance.) • Mini Strobe (For the vessel to spot a diver in the distance in low light situations ie: night / dusk). A limited number will be available for rent on the Liveaboard, however, we recommend you purchase these items in advance at your local dive shop.
PADI diving courses, and alcoholic beverages will also be paid for on the boat. There are additional Male port charges of $65.00 U.S., a Maldives Bed Tax of $8.00 U.S. per night and a compulsory chamber support fee of $15.00 U.S.. All taxes and surcharges are payable at booking.
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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Ocean Dancer Maldives Liveaboard Cruise Schedule 2010 - 2011
November 2010
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
OD01 |
11-Nov-2010 |
21-Nov-2010 |
11D / 10N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD02 |
21-Nov-2010 |
28-Nov-2010 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD03 |
28-Nov-2010 |
08-Dec-2010 |
11D / 10N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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December 2010
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD04 |
08-Dec-2010 |
19-Dec-2010 |
11D / 10N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD05 |
19-Dec-2010 |
26-Dec-2010 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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January 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD06 |
03-Jan-2011 |
10-Jan-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD07 |
12-Jan-2011 |
22-Jan-2011 |
11D / 10N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD08 |
23-Jan-2011 |
30-Jan-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD09 |
30-Jan-2011 |
06-Feb-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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February 2011
Trip Code |
Start Date |
End Date |
Duration |
Destination |
Dives Per Day |
Prices |
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OD10 |
06-Feb-2011 |
13-Feb-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD11 |
14-Feb-2011 |
26-Feb-2011 |
13D / 12N |
Southern Atolls |
Up to 3 |
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OD12 |
27-Feb-2011 |
06-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 |
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OD13 |
06-Mar-2011 |
13-Mar-2011 |
8D / 7N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD14 |
13-Mar-2011 |
23-Mar-2011 |
11D / 10N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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OD15 |
23-Mar-2011 |
02-Apr-2011 |
11D / 10N |
N. Male - Ari - S. Male |
Up to 3 |
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Ocean Dancer Maldives Itinerary
The itinerary of the Ocean Dancer 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 Ocean Dancer liveaboard cruises will depart from Hulhule harbor near the capital city of Male. There will also be one 13 Day / 12 Night cruise during the season.
Sample Itinerary
Day of Boarding (First Day on the Ocean Dancer)
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 Ocean Dancer)
Morning breakfast and gear packing, then transfer by boat to the Male International Airport around 8:00 a.m. 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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