Maldives Blue Force 3
Liveaboard Diving · Maldives
Explore the Maldivian underwater paradise in comfort and style.
About This Vessel
Maldives Blue Force 3 is a liveaboard cruising the Maldives region. It hosts up to 26 divers on board.
The Maldives Blue Force 3 offers a dedicated platform for exploring the central Maldivian atolls, combining specialized dive operations with comfortable guest accommodations.
Seasonal monsoons govern the rhythm of life in the Maldives, driving nutrient-rich currents through the deep channels that dissect its chain of coral atolls. This immense exchange of water creates an environment defined by s…
Upcoming Departures
Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
Dining aboard the Maldives Blue Force 3 is a delightful culinary journey, designed to satisfy and energize divers after their underwater adventures. Meals are served buffet-style, offering a rich selection of both local Maldivian dishes and international cuisine. Guests can look forward to three full meals a day, with plenty of delicious snacks available throughout. The crew is attentive to dietary needs, providing excellent vegan and vegetarian options upon request. A selection of fine wines and beer is available to complement your dining experience, and the friendly crew ensures a warm and inviting atmosphere in the air-conditioned dining room.
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
VAT · Dive Insurance
Not Included & Local Fees
Environment Tax ($12 per day) · Mandatory Service Charge ($160 per trip)
Airport Transfers
Return airport transfers are included in the trip price.
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
BCD: $65 per week · Dive Computer: $65 per week
Accommodation
Twin Cabin - Main Deck
Twin • Main Deck
Situated on the main deck, these double cabins provide two comfortable single beds. Guests will enjoy the convenience of air conditioning and a private en-suite bathroom with a warm water shower.
Double Cabin - Superior Deck
Double, Single • Upper Deck
Located on the upper deck, these twin cabins offer a comfortable double bed and a single bed. Guests will appreciate the air conditioning and the privacy of their own en-suite bathroom with a warm water shower.
Double Cabin - Lower Deck
Double • Lower Deck
Located on the lower deck, these comfortable double cabins are equipped with a double bed and a single bed, offering flexible sleeping arrangements. Each cabin features air conditioning and a private en-suite bathroom for your convenience.
Triple Cabin - Lower Deck
Twin, Double • Lower Deck
Ideal for small groups or families, these lower deck triple cabins feature two single beds and one double bed. Each cabin is fully air-conditioned and includes a private en-suite bathroom with warm water.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Maldives Blue Force 3, 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
- Southern Hemisphere (Addu - Koodoo) · 7N
- The Best of the Maldives (11 nigths) (Male → Gan, 12D11N) · 12D11N
- Maldives - Hanifaru & North (Male - Male) · 7N
- Southern Hemisphere (Koodoo - Gan) · 7N
- Central Atolls Classical Route (Male - Male) · 8 Days / 7 Nights
- Southern Hemisphere (Addu - Koodoo) · 8D7N
- Central Atolls Route Special (Male - Male) · 9 nights
- South Hemisphere Special (Addu - Kooddoo) · 10 nights
- Southern Hemisphere (Koodoo - Addu) · 7N
- The Best of Maldives (Male - Addu) · 10N
- The Best of Maldives (Addu - Male) · 12D11N
- Central Atolls, Vaavu, and Meemu Route (Male - Male) · 10N
- Central Atolls & Hanifaru (Male - Male) · 8 Days / 7 Nights
- 7 Atolls Route - Deep South Down (Male - Koodoo) · 7 nights
- 7 Atolls Route - Deep South Up (Koodoo - Male) · 7 nights
- Hanifaru & Expanded North (Male - Male) · 10 nights
- Hanifaru & Extended North (Male - Male) · 11 nights
- Maldives - Central Atolls & Hanifaru (Male - Male) · 7 nights
- Central Atolls Classical Route (Male - Male) · 7 nights
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