Carpe Novo Liveaboard, Maldives

Enjoy an award-winning Maldives experience on a luxury liveaboard designed by divers, for divers

from$300 /day

per person

Overview

Enjoy luxury and opulence onboard the largest Carpe Diem yacht
Dive the stunning reefs and channels of the Maldives, where sharks and manta rays congregate
Choose unique itineraries designed to take advantage of the changing seasons
Experience an award-winning dive service based on years of experience in the Maldives

The largest and newest of the Carpe Diem luxury fleet, the Carpe Novo spoils divers with award-winning liveaboard cruises to the best diving spots in the Maldives. You’ll enjoy a premier dive service based on years of experience and excellence, complemented by luxury facilities and comfortable, stylish spaces. Divers can enjoy up to three dives per day at iconic Maldives dive sites teeming with healthy corals, tropical fish, sharks and epic manta ray action. Designed by divers, for divers, the opulent vessel and its exciting itineraries – as well as its passionate, expert and friendly crew – will exceed your expectations of a luxury Maldives liveaboard cruise.

Number of cabins:12
Internet:YES
Nitrox:YES
Equipment rental:YES
Guest / Guide:6:1
Group booking discounts

Choose your trip

7Dec 2024
8D / 7N
Best of Maldives 7N
17 - 18 dives
-10% discount
$2,770
from $2,493
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 17 - 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 35 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
07 Dec 2024
02:00 PM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Return
14 Dec 2024
08:00 AM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Night dives
Nitrox
Airport transfers
Taxes
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Green tax of US$12 per night
Fuel surcharge (when applicable)
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 60%
Soft drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities - US$150 per trip
15L tanks - US$130 per trip
Equipment rental - US$290 per trip
Diving courses
Internet - US$25
Highlights
Circular itinerary diving the very best of the central atolls
High chance of snorkelling or diving with whale sharks
Witness manta rays queuing up at cleaning stations
Experience some of the Maldives’ best channel diving in Vaavu
Night dive included in the schedule

Day 1:
Guests board the vessel between 13:00-15:00 for welcome briefing, cabin assignment and check out dive.

Day 2:
Conduct 1 dive in North Male, followed by a three-hour crossing from North Male to Rasdhoo. Enjoy 2 more dives in Rasdhoo. Nights spent anchored.

Days 3-4:
We will make 3 dives a day in Ari Atoll. Nights spent at anchor.

Day 5:
Last 2 dives in Ari Atoll, before crossing to Vaavu for a night dive.

Day 6:
Enjoy 2 more dives in Vaavu and then cross to South Male 1 additional dive.

Day 7:
Today we will conduct a maximum of 2 dives, depending on guest flight schedules and the 24 hour requirement before flying. We will then return to port in Male.

Day 8:
Depart the vessel after breakfast and by 08:00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
100% of full stay will be charged within 90 days before the trip departure.
90 days and above - 30% of deposit of full stay will be charged.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $2,493 /guest
Per person, diving included
Limited availability
14Dec 2024
8D / 7N
Best of Maldives 7N
17 - 18 dives
from $2,770
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 17 - 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 35 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
14 Dec 2024
02:00 PM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Return
21 Dec 2024
08:00 AM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Night dives
Nitrox
Airport transfers
Taxes
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Green tax of US$12 per night
Fuel surcharge (when applicable)
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 60%
Soft drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities - US$150 per trip
15L tanks - US$130 per trip
Equipment rental - US$290 per trip
Diving courses
Internet - US$25
Highlights
Circular itinerary diving the very best of the central atolls
High chance of snorkelling or diving with whale sharks
Witness manta rays queuing up at cleaning stations
Experience some of the Maldives’ best channel diving in Vaavu
Night dive included in the schedule

Day 1:
Guests board the vessel between 13:00-15:00 for welcome briefing, cabin assignment and check out dive.

Day 2:
Conduct 1 dive in North Male, followed by a three-hour crossing from North Male to Rasdhoo. Enjoy 2 more dives in Rasdhoo. Nights spent anchored.

Days 3-4:
We will make 3 dives a day in Ari Atoll. Nights spent at anchor.

Day 5:
Last 2 dives in Ari Atoll, before crossing to Vaavu for a night dive.

Day 6:
Enjoy 2 more dives in Vaavu and then cross to South Male 1 additional dive.

Day 7:
Today we will conduct a maximum of 2 dives, depending on guest flight schedules and the 24 hour requirement before flying. We will then return to port in Male.

Day 8:
Depart the vessel after breakfast and by 08:00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
100% of full stay will be charged within 90 days before the trip departure.
90 days and above - 30% of deposit of full stay will be charged.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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Per person, diving included
Sold out
21Dec 2024
8D / 7N
Best of Maldives 7N
17 - 18 dives
-10% discount
$2,900
from $2,610
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 17 - 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 35 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
21 Dec 2024
02:00 PM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Return
28 Dec 2024
08:00 AM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Night dives
Nitrox
Airport transfers
Taxes
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Green tax of US$12 per night
Fuel surcharge (when applicable)
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 60%
Soft drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities - US$150 per trip
15L tanks - US$130 per trip
Equipment rental - US$290 per trip
Diving courses
Internet - US$25
Highlights
Circular itinerary diving the very best of the central atolls
High chance of snorkelling or diving with whale sharks
Witness manta rays queuing up at cleaning stations
Experience some of the Maldives’ best channel diving in Vaavu
Night dive included in the schedule

Day 1:
Guests board the vessel between 13:00-15:00 for welcome briefing, cabin assignment and check out dive.

Day 2:
Conduct 1 dive in North Male, followed by a three-hour crossing from North Male to Rasdhoo. Enjoy 2 more dives in Rasdhoo. Nights spent anchored.

Days 3-4:
We will make 3 dives a day in Ari Atoll. Nights spent at anchor.

Day 5:
Last 2 dives in Ari Atoll, before crossing to Vaavu for a night dive.

Day 6:
Enjoy 2 more dives in Vaavu and then cross to South Male 1 additional dive.

Day 7:
Today we will conduct a maximum of 2 dives, depending on guest flight schedules and the 24 hour requirement before flying. We will then return to port in Male.

Day 8:
Depart the vessel after breakfast and by 08:00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
100% of full stay will be charged within 90 days before the trip departure.
90 days and above - 30% of deposit of full stay will be charged.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $2,610 /guest
Per person, diving included
3 spaces left
28Dec 2024
11D / 10N
Best of Maldives 10N
26 - 27 dives
from $3,980
Overview
Length of trip 11 days / 10 nights
Number of dives 26 - 27
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 35 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
28 Dec 2024
02:00 PM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
Return
07 Jan 2025
08:00 AM
Male
Male Velana International Airport: MLE
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Night dives
Nitrox
Airport transfers
Taxes
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Green tax of US$12 per night
Fuel surcharge (when applicable)
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 60%
Soft drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Gratuities - US$150 per 7N trip
15L tanks - US$180 per trip
Equipment rental - US$410 per trip
Diving courses
Internet - US$25
Highlights
Circular itinerary diving the popular central atolls
High chance of snorkelling or diving with whale sharks
Witness manta rays queuing up at cleaning stations
Experience some of the best channel diving in the Maldives at Vaavu
Night dive included in the schedule

Day 1: Guests board the vessel between 13.00 and 15.00, ready for a welcome briefing and check out dive.

Day 2: Enjoy 3 dives in North Male, before crossing to Rasdhoo to spend the night at anchor.

Day 3: After 2 dives in Rasdhoo Atoll, we will head to North Ari for our final dive of the day.

Day 4: Spend 3 dives exploring North Ari.

Day 5: Today will be spent diving and searching for whale sharks in South Ari. Night spent at anchor.

Day 6: Enjoy 2 more dives in South Ari and then cross to Vaavu for the last dive of the day, possibly a night dive.

Day 7: Today we will conduct another 3 dives in Vaavu and spend the night at anchor.

Day 8: After 2 more dives in Vaavu, we will cross to South Male to dive in the afternoon. Night spent at anchor.

Day 9: Spend the last full day of diving exploring South Male Atoll.

Day 10: Make the most of the last two dives of our trip in South Male, depending on tomorrow’s flight schedule.

Day 11: Depart the vessel in Male by 08.00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
30% deposit - required to secure reservation.
70% balance - due 90 days prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 90 days before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
100% of full stay will be charged within 90 days before the trip departure.
90 days and above - 30% of deposit of full stay will be charged.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $3,980 /guest
Per person, diving included
Limited availability

Cabins

Standard twin
Twin beds
2 people
Shareable
Standard queen, additional single bed
Twin or double bed
2 people
Shareable
Junior suite, convertible
Twin or double bed
2 people
Shareable
Junior suite
King size bed
2 people
Non shareable
Single suite - main deck
Queen size bed
1 person
Non shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.

Reviews

51 review

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Dive guides & equipment

June 2024

Ala A

Everything was great! Some complications with flight changes back to Mali on the last day which caused us to be pushed to a later flight.

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Carpe Novo Liveaboard, Maldives

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Best of Maldives 7N

Departure

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What's included

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Optional Extras

Payment & cancellation terms

Best of Maldives 7N

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What's included

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Optional Extras

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Best of Maldives 7N

Departure

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What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

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What's included

What's not included

Optional Extras

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Cabins

Standard twin

Standard queen, additional single bed

Junior suite, convertible

Junior suite

Single suite - main deck

Reviews

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