Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard

Maldives Legend Zen

Dive into Maldivian paradise aboard the luxurious Legend Zen.

24
Maldives
2024

About This Vessel

The Maldives Legend Zen, a 41-meter liveaboard launched in 2024, navigates the Maldivian atolls, offering access to varied dive sites. The underwater landscape of the Maldives is defined by its unique formations: deep channels known as ‘kandus’ funnel nutrient-rich water through the atolls, while submerged pinnacles called ‘thilas’ rise from the depths to create cleaning stations and feeding grou…

Upcoming Departures

Upcoming Departures

Onboard Amenities

Free Internet
Spa
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Family Cabins
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck

Dining & Beverages

Free Wine w/Dinner
Fine Cuisine
Al Fresco Dining
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Free Soft Drinks
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Fine Wines Selection

Dining aboard the Maldives Legend Zen is a delightful experience, featuring a blend of Western and traditional Maldivian cuisine. Guests enjoy three delicious meals daily as part of the full-board plan, served buffet-style in the charming alfresco dining area. Freshly prepared snacks are available throughout the day, ensuring no one goes hungry between dives. Special dietary requirements, including vegetarian and vegan options, can be accommodated with advance notice. Complimentary drinking water, tea, and coffee are provided, and for special occasions, beach BBQs are arranged, offering a magical dining experience under the stars. Fine wine and beer are available for purchase to complement your meals.

Dive Equipment & Setup

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only
DIN Adaptors
Rebreather Support
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Sidemount Diving

Dive Area & Sites

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.

Important Information

What's Included

VAT · Airport Transfer

Not Included & Local Fees

Environment Tax (12 USD per day) · Fuel Surcharge

Airport Transfers

Return airport transfers from Male International Airport (MLE) to the embarkation point are included in the trip price. Guests will be met at the airport and transferred to the vessel.

Insurance Recommendation

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.

Rental Gear

BCD: 12 USD per day · Dive Computer: 12 USD per day

Accommodation

Junior Suite Lower Deck

Junior Suite Lower Deck

Bunk Bed • Lower Deck

1x
👥 3 GuestsAir ConditioningEn-suite Bathroom
Double/Twin Cabin Lower Deck

Double/Twin Cabin Lower Deck

Twin or Double • Lower Deck

6x
👥 2 GuestsAir ConditioningEn-suite Bathroom
Single Cabin Lower Deck

Single Cabin Lower Deck

Single • Lower Deck

2x
👥 1 GuestsAir ConditioningEn-suite Bathroom
Seaview Suite Upper Deck

Seaview Suite Upper Deck

Double • Upper Deck

1x
👥 2 GuestsAir ConditioningEn-suite BathroomSeaview
Seaview Cabin Upper Deck

Seaview Cabin Upper Deck

Double • Upper Deck

3x
👥 2 GuestsAir ConditioningEn-suite BathroomSeaview

Booking & Travel FAQ

How does the booking process work?

Select a cabin and departure on Maldives Legend Zen, 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.

When do I need to pay?

A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.

What documents will I receive?

After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.

How do I get to the boat?

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.

What certifications do I need?

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.

Can I cancel or change my 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.

Vessel Technical Overview

Vessel Specifications

Year built2024
Year renovated2024
Cruising speed10 knots
Max guests24
Number of cabins13
Number of bathrooms12
Fuel capacity10000 liters
Tenders8

Navigation & Safety Systems

Radar
Depth Sounder
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
Emergency Rafts
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits
Fishfinder
Satellite & mobile phones
Bilge pump alarm
Search light
Engine room CCTV
Crew trained in first aid
Emergency flares

What guests say online

4.7 / 5(715 reviews)
How is this overall rating calculated?

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.

Guests praise the vessel for its luxury amenities and comfortable experience in the Maldives. Many divers have had excellent experiences, highlighting the dedicated design for diving enthusiasts.

Boat4.8
Cabins4.6
Diving4.8
Comfort4.7
Dive sites4.7
Most praised
  • +Luxury and aesthetic design
  • +Spacious and comfortable living areas
  • +Top-tier amenities including a jacuzzi and outdoor bar
  • +Designed specifically for divers

Based on approximately 715 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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