DUNE Theia

Location: Maldives

Rating: 4.8/5 (9 reviews)

About DUNE Theia

Navigating the Maldives, the 32-meter Dune Theia offers focused dive expeditions for 20 guests with modern rental gear including dive computers.

The Maldivian atolls, formed from ancient coral growth atop submerged volcanic structures, present a varied underwater landscape. These formations include extensive reef systems, channels, and thilas, supporting a rich diversity of marine organisms. The Dune Theia, a 32-meter vessel, delivers access to these environments for guests seeking to explore the region's underwater ecosystems, specifically outfitted to support enthusiasts who seek reliable hardware for their aquatic explorations. Diving activities are facilitated by an accompanying dhoni, providing a dedicated platform for equipment and direct access to dive sites. To facilitate safe and immersive diving, the vessel offers a variety of professional-grade instruments for hire, including contemporary dive computers, surface marker buoys, and powerful torches indispensable for nocturnal dives. This logistical setup aims to maximize time exploring the underwater realm while ensuring guests who do not bring a complete kit can engage in every scheduled dive. The lifestyle on DUNE Theia is tailored to the requirements of energetic divers, emphasizing convenience and a smooth transition from the boat to the sea. Constructed in 2006 and last refurbished in 2010, the ship accommodates up to 20 guests within 10 cabins, each furnished with a private bathroom. An air-conditioned salon and a TV lounge provide indoor communal areas, while the onboard team oversees all equipment rentals, permitting guests to concentrate entirely on their time beneath the waves. Service on board includes access to kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for surface recreation. The vessel maintains transparency regarding its rental inventory, providing clear daily pricing for specialized tools and fundamental accessories. This commitment to modern industry benchmarks assists travelers in budgeting and planning, especially for those preferring not to transport heavy personal gear across the globe. The vessel is powered by Doosan Daewoo 480 hp engines, maintaining a cruising speed of 10 knots. While technical dimensions remain consistent, the ship provides refreshed details regarding its meticulously serviced rental fleet, ensuring all safety protocols are met during the return to the surface through the availability of SMBs and reels.

Vessel Specifications

Guest capacity: 20
Year built: 2006
Nitrox: Available

Cabins

Deluxe Cabin (sleeps 2) — Twin — Step into your Deluxe Cabin, a haven crafted for two, where every detail enhances your stay. Personal climate control ensures your ideal temperature, while complimentary Wi-Fi keeps you connected. Ind
Standard Cabin (sleeps 2) — 1 Single + 1 Double bed — Step into your private sanctuary, the Standard Cabin, perfectly appointed for a duo. Here, a plush double bed awaits, promising restful nights after exhilarating dives. Modern comforts are at your fin
Premium Cabin (sleeps 2) — Twin — Indulge in the Premium Cabin, a haven crafted for two discerning travelers. Take control of your personal environment with individual climate control, and stay effortlessly connected throughout your v
Superior Cabin (sleeps 2) — 1 Single + 1 Double bed — Step into a world of comfort with our welcoming cabin, perfectly designed for a pair of adventurers. You'll find it a breeze to stay refreshed thanks to individual climate control, and complimentary W

Itineraries

Maldivian Atolls North to South

Embark on a comprehensive journey through the Maldivian Atolls from north to south, traversing diverse underwater landscapes. This itinerary focuses on exploring a wide range of atolls, from the northern reaches to the central region. Expect drift dives in channels and vibrant reef exploration, with opportunities for encounters with pelagic species like sharks and mantas. The route covers significant wreck sites and pinnacle systems, offering varied dive experiences. This extensive trip provides

Central Route (Male - Male)

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Embarkation: Male

This 8-day journey through the central atolls of the Maldives explores renowned pelagic hotspots. The itinerary focuses on channel dives in areas like Vaavu and Ari Atoll, offering encounters with whale sharks, manta rays, and various shark species. The trip balances thrilling dives with relaxing topside activities, including a beach barbecue on a desert island and visits to local islands. A special "Dune Touch Event" encourages cultural exchange among guests.

Itinerary Central and South Atolls | A Taste of the South (Male - Male)

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Embarkation: Male

Set sail on an 11-day aquatic adventure aboard a Maldivian liveaboard, beginning and concluding in Male. This expedition into the Central and Southern Atolls is crafted for experienced divers. Explore thriving coral ecosystems, with chances to encounter magnificent manta rays, whale sharks, and diverse shark populations. The itinerary blends exhilarating drift dives and investigations of submerged pinnacles with local cultural activities, unwinding on sandy shores, and daily yoga classes, creati

Central and South Atolls | A Taste of the South (Male - Male)

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Embarkation: Male

An 11-day expedition awaits, uncovering the Central and Southern Atolls of the Maldives. This adventure mixes exhilarating dives with cultural exploration. Crafted for experienced divers, the route reveals dynamic reefs and channels, home to manta rays, whale sharks, and diverse sharks. Key regions include South Male, Vaavu, and Ari Atolls. Beyond the underwater world, guests can partake in daily yoga, explore local islands, and savor beach barbecues, creating a full Maldivian experience.

Central and South Atolls | A Taste of the South

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Embarkation: Male

This itinerary explores the Central and Southern Atolls of the Maldives, offering dives with manta rays, whale sharks, and vibrant reef fish. The journey covers key areas such as the rich waters of South Male Atoll, the drift dives of Vaavu Atoll, and the pelagic hotspots of Ari Atoll. The trip also ventures to the less-traveled Southern Atolls like Laccadive and Haa Alif for more pristine diving. In addition to diving, guests can enjoy daily yoga, cultural visits, and relaxing on scenic beaches

Itinerary Central Route (Male - Male)

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Embarkation: Male

This 8-day diving cruise explores the central atolls of the Maldives, including North Malé, Vaavu, and both the southern and northern parts of Ari Atoll. The itinerary is designed for advanced divers and focuses on channel dives with strong currents to encounter large pelagic species. Highlights include seeking out whale sharks and manta rays, a thrilling night dive with nurse sharks, and a beach barbecue on a deserted island. Max guests on this trip: 20.

Deep South to the Equator (Gan - Malé)

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Embarkation: Gan (Addu Atoll)

This is the most ambitious Maldivian crossing — a one-way journey from Addu Atoll all the way north to Malé that follows the equator through the country's wildest and least-dived atolls. Expect tiger sharks at Fuvahmulah's offshore plateau, oceanic mantas circling cleaning stations in Gaafu and Laamu, whale sharks cruising channel mouths and grey reef sharks patrolling current-swept thilas. Channels are wide, currents can be strong and dives are deep, so reef hooks and at least 50 logged dives a