Amba
Liveaboard · Maldives
A meticulously cared-for 105-foot vessel offering professional-grade diving amenities, integrated exploration, and free Nitrox.
About This Vessel
Amba, a 32-meter liveaboard refurbished annually, navigates the Maldives, providing access for 20 guests to its diverse marine environments. The Maldivian archipelago rests upon a submerged mountain range, its double chain of coral atolls forming an intricate system of passages and lagoons. This geology creates a varied underwater landscape where Indian Ocean currents accelerate through deep chan…
Upcoming Departures
(Male – Male)
(Male – Male)
(Male – Male)
(Male – Male)
Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
Dining on Amba is presented in a buffet style, featuring three full meals daily that blend traditional local flavors with international western recipes and fresh bread baked daily.
Dive Equipment & Setup
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
German-speaking Expedition Leader · Cabin Lodging
Not Included & Local Fees
Maldives Green Tax: 12 USD per person per night · Mandatory Tips
Airport Transfers
A transport service to and from the airport is available for all passengers.
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.
Medical Form Required
A valid dive medical certificate or an accepted medical form is required for all guests on this vessel. You can submit a doctor's certificate confirming your fitness to dive, or complete and sign the medical form yourself if the form and operator permit self-declaration. If your answers or the operator's rules require medical clearance, a doctor's approval is mandatory; signing at your own risk does not replace it. Permission to dive remains subject to the operator's requirements. Download the form, complete it for each guest and upload the signed document in your booking area.
Rental Gear
15-Liter Tank: 10 USD daily · Dive Computer: 10 USD daily
Accommodation
Standard Double - Upper Deck
Double • Upper Deck • 2.8 m²
Discover the Standard Upper Deck Double Cabin, a cozy retreat that, while more intimate than the Luxury Cabin, offers a delightful experience. This cabin boasts a beautifully appointed and spacious bathroom, complete with invigorating hot water, a convenient hand basin, a modern western toilet, and a generous fresh water shower. The sleeping area features a comfortable bed, measuring 200 cm in length and 140 cm in width. Guests can also revel in the breathtaking vistas of the Indian Ocean through the cabin's expansive windows, which are designed to open, inviting the refreshing sea breeze inside.
Standard Twin Singles - Lower Deck
Twin • Lower Deck • 10 m²
Discover comfort on the lower deck, where six inviting cabins await, each offering ample space for relaxation. Among these, two cabins are thoughtfully furnished with two single beds, perfect for companions. Every cabin boasts a generously sized private bathroom, complete with a refreshing shower, toilet, and washbasin. Guests can personalize their environment with individually adjustable air conditioning and benefit from abundant storage solutions for their belongings.
Standard Double Bow Cabin - Lower Deck
Double • Lower Deck • 18 m²
Discover a generously proportioned cabin, featuring a substantial double bed centrally positioned for your comfort. This inviting space also includes a private bathroom and personalized climate control, ensuring a pleasant stay. Please note, this cabin is designed for a maximum of two guests, and triple occupancy is not an option.
Lux with Balcony - Upper Deck
Twin • Upper Deck • 20 m²
These expansive Upperdeck accommodations boast a private, secluded terrace, offering breathtaking vistas of the Indian Ocean, ensuring an unforgettable Maldivian liveaboard journey. When not exploring the underwater world, guests can unwind in a personal sanctuary on their very own sun terrace. Each cabin features a generous sleeping area, complete with individually adjustable air conditioning, an extra fan for comfort, and a private bathroom. These upper deck cabins are exclusively available for single or double occupancy, as triple occupancy is not accommodated.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Amba, 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
Navigation & Safety Systems
All routes of this liveaboard
- Best of Maldives Deep South (Trip to Deep South): Male - Vaavu - Meemu - Thaa - Laamu - Huvadhoo - Fuvahmulah Atolls (Male - Huvadhoo) · 14D/13N
- Deep South Special (Trip Back to Male): Male - Vaavu - Meemu - Thaa - Laamu - Huvadhoo - Fuvahmulah Atolls (Koodoo - Male) · 14D/13N
- Deep South Special (Trip to Deep South): Male - Vaavu - Meemu - Thaa - Laamu - Huvadhoo - Fuvahmulah Atolls (Male - Kooddoo) · 13 nights
- Xmas Special Best of Central Maldives South & North: Rasdhoo- Ari - Vaavu - Meemu - Male Atolls · 15D/14N
- Best of Central Maldives (Southtour): Ari - Vaavu - Meemu- Male Atolls · 12D/11N
- Best of Central Maldives: Ari - Vaavu- Male Atolls · 11D/10N
- Best of Maldives Corals-Cannels and Sharks. Ari-Vaavu-Male · 8D/7N
- Hanifaru Manta & Whaleshark Special-Baa & Raa Atoll · 9D/8N
- Best of Central Maldives (Northtour): Ari - Rasdhoo - Vaavu - Male Atolls · 12D/11N
- Hanifaru Manta & Whaleshark Expedition-Baa-Raa Atoll (Dharavandhoo - Dharavandhoo) · 8 nights
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