Experience the Maldives: Dive into paradise, relax in comfort.
The Conte Max provides access to the Maldives' diverse marine ecosystems, offering a focused dive experience within the archipelago's atoll structures. The Maldivian atolls function as a vast system of natural filters, interrupting the open-ocean currents of the Indian Ocean. As water is forced through deep channels, or 'kandus', it accelerates, delivering nutrients to the inner lagoons and their…
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Dining on the Conte Max is a delightful culinary journey, featuring a fusion of Italian-international and traditional Maldivian dishes, all freshly prepared by the onboard chef. Guests can enjoy their meals in either the elegant indoor dining room or al fresco on deck, soaking in the stunning ocean vistas. The crew provides attentive table service, ensuring a pleasant dining atmosphere. Special dietary needs, including vegetarian and vegan options, are happily accommodated upon request. Beyond the main meals, a variety of snacks are available throughout the day, complemented by a selection of beer and wine. The emphasis is on fresh, high-quality ingredients and a hospitable dining experience that reflects the warmth of Maldivian culture.
The Maldives offers a truly extraordinary underwater world spread across 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean, with crystal-clear waters and visibility frequently exceeding 30 meters. Divers are drawn here for reliable encounters with manta rays at famous cleaning stations like Hanifaru Bay and Lankan Reef, as well as whale sharks that cruise through the channels year-round. The atolls feature distinctive underwater topography including thilas (submerged pinnacles), kandus (channels), and overhangs draped in soft corals. Grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, eagle rays, and Napoleon wrasse are common sightings, while the nutrient-rich currents attract large schools of fusiliers, trevally, and barracuda. Night dives reveal nurse sharks resting on sandy bottoms and bioluminescent plankton glowing in the darkness.
VAT · Airport Transfer
Environment Tax (12 USD per day) · Mandatory Service Charge (120-140 USD per week)
Return airport transfers are included in the trip price. Guests will be transferred from the airport to the vessel.
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
15L tanks: 20 USD per day · BCD: 25 USD per day
Twin • Upper Deck
Experience beautiful ocean views from this twin cabin located on the upper deck. Guests will enjoy individual climate control, charging ports, and a private en-suite bathroom.
Single • Lower Deck
This private single cabin on the lower deck offers a comfortable bed and all the essential amenities, including individual climate control, charging ports, and a personal en-suite bathroom.
Double • Lower Deck
Located on the lower deck, these cozy double cabins provide a comfortable space for couples or individuals. Amenities include personal climate control, charging ports, and an en-suite bathroom.
Twin • Lower Deck
These comfortable cabins are situated on the lower deck, offering a peaceful retreat with twin beds. Each cabin features individual climate control, charging ports, and a private en-suite bathroom for your convenience.
Twin • Main Deck
Found on the main deck, this twin cabin provides easy access to the vessel's common areas. It features individual climate control, charging ports, and a private en-suite bathroom.
Select a cabin and departure on Conte Max, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
The Conte Max is a well-established liveaboard in the Maldives with Italian design flair, offering a refined experience. While many guests enjoy their stays, some users have expressed significant dissatisfaction.
Based on approximately 27 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
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