Explore the Maldives aboard the 30-meter Iruvai, refurbished in 2024.
Navigating the Maldivian atolls, the Iruvai, recently refurbished, offers diving excursions for up to 20 guests. The seasonal monsoons drive the pulse of marine life across the Maldives. From May to November, the southwest monsoon pushes plankton-rich waters to the eastern flanks of the atolls, concentrating manta rays and whale sharks. When the winds shift, the northeast monsoon reverses this pr…
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Dining aboard the Iruvai features a diverse menu blending Oriental, Continental, and local flavors served in alfresco or indoor eating areas. The full-board plan includes buffet-style meals, welcome cocktails, and beach BBQs, with vegetarian, vegan, and religious dietary needs accommodated. Complimentary water, tea, and coffee are provided, while fine wines and beers are available for purchase.
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 · National Park Fees
The price of the reservation already encompasses the costs for National Park entry. · Dive Insurance
Transport to and from the airport is arranged for all passengers.
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.
Wetsuits: 70 USD weekly · Full Snorkel Kit: 10 USD weekly
null • Upper • 9.3 m²
Situated on the upper deck, the Guest Suite Upper offers comfortable accommodation with the convenience of an en-suite bathroom, providing a bright and airy space for guests to relax and recharge.
null • Lower Deck • 16.7 m²
Indulge in the spacious Master Suite, featuring a private en-suite bathroom complete with a luxurious bathtub for ultimate relaxation after a day of diving. This cabin offers enhanced comfort and privacy for an exceptional liveaboard experience.
null • Upper Deck
The Junior Suite offers a cozy and well-appointed space for guests, complete with an en-suite bathroom and air-conditioning, ensuring a comfortable and refreshing stay throughout your Maldivian adventure.
null • Lower • 10.2 m²
Located on the lower deck, the Guest Suite Lower provides a comfortable and private retreat with its own en-suite bathroom, ensuring a pleasant stay. These cabins are ideal for guests seeking a peaceful environment.
Select a cabin and departure on Iruvai, 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 Iruvai is a traditional Maldivian liveaboard offering a cozy, homely atmosphere for diving experiences. However, some guests have reported significant issues with the boat's condition and equipment.
Based on approximately 94 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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