Safety is a top priority.

The vessel operates under official Maldivian maritime regulations and holds the required operating licenses, insurance coverage and onboard safety certifications. The boat is fully equipped with fire safety systems and emergency equipment.

The captain and dive guides are trained for emergency response procedures, and the crew is experienced in managing liveaboard operations in the Central Atolls.

In case of medical assistance:

• All inhabited islands have regional medical facilities for initial care.

• For more serious cases requiring advanced treatment, transfer to Malé (the capital) can be arranged via speedboat or domestic flight, depending on the situation.

All related costs would be the responsibility of the guest and are expected to be covered by mandatory travel and dive insurance, which is required to join this expedition.

No, freediving certification is not required. You just need to feel comfortable in the water.

You will always be with proffesionasl in the water at all times:

• Professional freedivers and scuba divers (Estefanía and Tania)

• Two experienced local dive guides

• An experienced underwater photographer, also very skilled in freediving

We always recommend bringing your own dive equipment for comfort and familiarity.

- Mask & Snorkel
- Fins
- Freediving weightbelt

*Weights are provided onboard

However, if you prefer not to travel with heavy equipment, full gear rental can be arranged onboard. In that case, we must be informed at least 2 weeks prior to departure, including sizes and specific requirements, so everything can be prepared accordingly.

In the Central Atolls (North & South Malé, Ari and Vaavu), water temperatures are generally warm year-round, averaging between 27°C and 30°C (80–86°F).

Most divers are comfortable in just a swimsuit due to the warm water temperatures. However, you are welcome to bring a thin wetsuit, leggings, or a rash guard for additional comfort and protection from sun exposure, especially during multiple dives per day.

Traveling solo? You won’t be alone for long.

Many guests join this expedition on their own, and it often becomes one of the most meaningful parts of the experience. Cabins are double occupancy, which means you will share with another guest of the same gender unless you request a private upgrade (subject to availability).

Sharing a cabin is usually the beginning of new friendships. Living, diving and traveling together for a week creates a special kind of connection — one built around adventure, ocean moments and shared experiences.

By the end of the trip, what started as a group of individuals often feels more like a small ocean family.

If you are traveling solo and feel unsure, reach out — we’re happy to talk you through how it works.

Yes. Diving insurance is mandatory for all participants.

For safety reasons, alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited between dives.

Diving under the influence of alcohol is dangerous and puts both the individual and the group at risk. Hydration and physical readiness are essential, especially with multiple dives per day and potential currents.

Alcohol may be consumed responsibly after the final dive of the day, at additional cost.

We reserve the right to prevent any guest from diving if they are not in suitable physical condition — including cases of excessive alcohol consumption. This is a safety measure to protect both the individual and the group.

The expedition begins and ends in Malé, Maldives.

Guests should fly into Velana International Airport (MLE), the country’s main international airport. It is well connected with major hubs in Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

Arrival Day:
We recommend arriving no later than 12:00–13:00 on embarkation day to allow smooth transfer to the boat. Boarding usually begins around 13:00.

If you are arriving on a late international flight, we strongly suggest coming one day earlier and staying overnight in Malé or Hulhumalé to avoid any travel delays affecting your embarkation.

Departure Day:
Disembarkation is typically between 08:00–09:00, depending on international flight schedules. We recommend booking return flights departing after 11:00 to allow a comfortable airport transfer.

Airport transfers to and from the vessel are included (unless otherwise stated).

If you need assistance planning your arrival or pre/post-trip accommodation, we are happy to guide you.