ScubaSpa Yin Liveaboard

ScubaSpa Yin

Liveaboard · Maldives

The Ultimate Fusion of Wellness and Deep-Sea Exploration in the Maldives

32
Maldives
50m
2013

About This Vessel

ScubaSpa Yin is a liveaboard cruising the Maldives region. It hosts up to 32 divers on board.

The 50-meter ScubaSpa Yin, built in 2013, navigates the Maldivian atolls at 8 knots, facilitating access to diverse underwater environments. The seasonal reversal of oceanic currents is the primary force shaping the underwater environment of the Maldives. This twice-yearly shift dictates the movement of plankton-rich water through the archipelago's atoll channels, concentrating large pelagic spec…

Upcoming Departures

Diving Seasons
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Date
26 Sept 20268D/7N
from$3,750p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
6 spots available
03 Oct 20268D/7N
from$3,000p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
16 spots available
10 Oct 20268D/7N
from$3,000p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
15 spots available
17 Oct 20268D/7N
from$3,000p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
22 spots available
24 Oct 20268D/7N
from$3,000p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
17 spots available
31 Oct 20268D/7N
from$3,000p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
Sold out
07 Nov 20268D/7N
from$4,550p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
22 spots available
21 Nov 20268D/7N
from$3,640p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
28 spots available
05 Dec 20268D/7N
from$4,550p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
23 spots available
23 Dec 20268D/7N
from$5,233p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
23 spots available
30 Dec 20268D/7N
from$5,233p.p.
Best of Maldives (Male - Male)MALEMALE
16 spots available

Onboard Amenities

Nearly 1:1 Guest-to-Staff Ratio
Kayaks for Guest Use
Electronic Device Charging
Observation Deck with Panoramas
Socializing Bar
Cabins with Sea Views
Outdoor Dining Area
Non-Smoking Guest Quarters
Multimedia System
Leisure and Sun Deck

Dining & Beverages

Vegetarian Selections
Welcome Cocktail Party
Diverse Beer Options
Gourmet Global Dishes
Island BBQ Events
Vegan-Friendly Meals
Fine Wine Selection
Authentic Regional Flavors
Outdoor Dining
Extensive Buffet

Travelers partake in a refined dining experience that merges local Maldivian tastes with international gourmet recipes. Food is presented through both table service and buffet styles, with the chance to eat alfresco. Socializing is encouraged through special events such as welcome drink receptions and island beach BBQs.

Dive Equipment & Setup

Regulator Units
Weekly Nitrox Air Options
Thermal Wetsuits
Underwater Flashlights
Free-to-use Masks
Personal Dive Computers
Buoyancy Compensators
Complimentary Fins

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

Yoga Instruction · Personal Care Items

Not Included & Local Fees

Green Tax ($12/day) · Diving Specific Insurance

Airport Transfers

Transfers to and from the nearest domestic airport (i.e. the airport closest to the vessel's anchorage location) on scheduled arrival and departure days and times are included for all cruises. Pick-up from previous accommodation may be arranged between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM on the arrival day.

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 is required for all guests on this vessel. The medical form must be signed by a licensed physician and confirm fitness for diving. Please upload your medical certificate when managing your booking.

Rental Gear

Regulator Unit: 12 USD/day · Buoyancy Control Device (BCD): 12 USD/day

Accommodation

Sea Star Cabin Triple

Sea Star Cabin Triple

Double • Lower Deck • 13 m²

1x
👥 3 GuestsPrivate Ensuite ShowerIndividual Climate ControlExclusive Cabin Space
Cowrie Suite

Cowrie Suite

Queen • Lower Deck • 20 m²

1x
👥 3 Guests
Sea Star Cabin Double

Sea Star Cabin Double

Queen • Lower Deck • 18 m²

7x
👥 2 Guests
Dolphin Suite

Dolphin Suite

Queen • Main Deck • 22 m²

3x
👥 2 Guests
Manta Suite

Manta Suite

King • Main Deck • 28 m²

4x
👥 2 Guests
Manta Suite Twin

Manta Suite Twin

twin/double • Main Deck • 28 m²

1x
👥 2 Guests

Booking & Travel FAQ

How does the booking process work?

Select a cabin and departure on ScubaSpa Yin, 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 built2013
Length50 m / 164 feet
Beam11 m / 36 feet
Cruising speed8 knots
Max guests32
Number of cabins17
Number of bathrooms24
Engines2 x CAT C9 Acert 503 BHP
Freshwater makerAqualite 1200 plus Reverse Osmosis purification
Water capacity21000 liters
Fuel capacity18500 liters
TendersDedicated diving dhoni powered by CAT C7 275 BHP engine

Navigation & Safety Systems

Emergency Oxygen Supplies
Life Jackets for All
Fire Alarms and Extinguishing Systems
GPS Navigation Units
Crew Trained in First Aid
Mobile and Satellite Phone Links
Flares and Signal Devices
Medical Emergency Chests
Deployable Life Rafts

What guests say online

4.8 / 5(235 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.

The ScubaSpa Yin is praised as a luxury liveaboard in the Maldives, skillfully blending diving with a spa experience. Guests reported exceptional trips, although note that exchanging dives for spa treatments within a package is not possible and extras can be expensive.

Boat4.9
Food4.7
Value4.3
Cabins4.0
Diving4.7
Service4.8
Most praised
  • +Stunning boat and luxurious design
  • +Excellent service and staff
  • +Combines diving with a spa getaway
  • +Varied and tasty food options

Based on approximately 235 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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