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The Maldives, at your own pace. A 41-metre private yacht, ten en-suite cabins, a crew of twelve — and every atoll within reach.


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Where We Sail

Twenty-six atolls. A thousand islands.

The Maldives is larger than it looks. We cruise routes drawn around the guests, the season, and the week you want to sail.

Our routes

Featured atolls.

A handful of the atolls we return to most often. Your captain will shape a route that reads them in the order that suits the week.

Atoll

North Male Atoll

Home to the capital and some of the Maldives' most famous dive sites. Perfect for those seeking a mix of culture and underwater adventure. North Male Atoll offers convenient access from Velana International Airport, world-class dive sites, and a vibrant underwater world teeming with marine life.

  • Banana Reef
  • Manta Point
  • HP Reef
  • Hulhumale Beach
Best forConvenient access, world-class diving, vibrant marine life
Atoll

Baa Atoll (UNESCO)

A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve famous for the annual manta ray gathering at Hanifaru Bay. An unmissable destination for nature lovers and underwater photographers. The atoll's pristine coral gardens and diverse marine ecosystems make it one of the most ecologically significant areas in the Maldives.

  • Hanifaru Bay
  • Dharavandhoo
  • UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Best forManta ray encounters, pristine coral gardens, UNESCO marine life
Atoll

South Ari Atoll

One of the largest atolls in the Maldives, renowned for year-round whale shark encounters and diverse marine ecosystems. South Ari Atoll is a must-visit for serious marine life enthusiasts, offering encounters with the ocean's gentle giants alongside spectacular reef diving and big pelagic action.

  • Whale Shark Point
  • Maamigili
  • Dhigurah
Best forYear-round whale shark encounters, big pelagic diving
Atoll

Lhaviyani Atoll

A hidden gem in the northern Maldives, Lhaviyani Atoll offers unspoiled reefs, fewer crowds, and authentic island experiences. The atoll's channels and thilas host an impressive variety of marine life, while its inhabited islands provide genuine cultural encounters away from the tourist trail.

  • Fushifaru Thila
  • Kuredu Express
  • Naifaru
Best forUnspoiled reefs, fewer crowds, authentic island experiences
When to sail

Two seasons, two moods.

December – April

Northeast monsoon

The dry season. Calm seas, clear skies, excellent underwater visibility. Peak for diving and snorkelling.

Calm seas · sunny · 28–30°C

May – November

Southwest monsoon

Wetter and livelier seas — but also manta season in Baa Atoll, fewer guests, and softer rates.

Some rain · surf season · 27–29°C

Suggested routes

Sample itineraries.

Every voyage is drawn around you. These routes are the openings — something to amend, borrow from, or set aside entirely.

Island Paradise Explorer
Itinerary7 Days

Island Paradise Explorer

A perfect introduction to the Maldives covering the highlights of North Male Atoll. Dive legendary sites, enjoy private sandbank picnics, and cruise through crystal-clear lagoons.

  • Diving at Banana Reef
  • Sandbank picnic
  • Sunset dolphin cruise
  • Snorkeling at HP Reef
  • Local island cultural visit
UNESCO Marine Discovery
Itinerary7 Days

UNESCO Marine Discovery

Journey to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll for the ultimate manta ray experience. Explore pristine coral gardens, visit Dharavandhoo, and witness the spectacle of Hanifaru Bay.

  • Hanifaru Bay manta aggregation
  • Multiple snorkel sites
  • Island hopping
  • UNESCO Biosphere Reserve exploration
  • Night diving
Whale Shark Expedition
Itinerary7 Days

Whale Shark Expedition

A dedicated voyage to South Ari Atoll in search of the world's largest fish. Combine whale shark snorkeling with spectacular reef diving and authentic island experiences.

  • Whale shark encounters
  • Dhigurah island visit
  • Night diving
  • Reef shark snorkeling
  • Sandbank sunset dinner
Lhaviyani Lagoon Escape
Itinerary7 Days

Lhaviyani Lagoon Escape

Escape to the secluded beauty of Lhaviyani Atoll. Fewer crowds, pristine lagoons, and exceptional diving await on this off-the-beaten-path adventure.

  • Fushifaru Thila diving
  • Nurse shark encounters
  • Private sandbank picnics
  • Kuredu Express channel dive
  • Naifaru cultural visit
Planning

Let us chart your course.

Tell us what you are drawn to — the dive sites, the atolls, the quiet sandbanks, or a loose week to be decided underway — and we will draft the route.

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