MV Carpe Vita Maldives Liveaboard - Guide to Luxury Liveaboard Diving Ari Atoll and Beyond

MV Carpe Vita - Maldives Liveaboard

• Destination: Ari, Rasdhoo, North-South Male Atolls
• Trip Duration: 8 - 11 Day Safaris, Year Round
• Total Dives: Up to 4 Dives per day
• Total Guests: 20 Guests
• Prices: from $2,2.00 U.S. per person
• Nitrox: Yes
• Internet Access: Yes
• Prices and Schedule

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The Carpe Vita is an impressive 38 meter (125 ft.) wooden dive yacht designed for luxury and extreme comfort in the most pristine locations of the Madives. A fusion of historical Maldivian ship building methods with modern conveniences the Carpe Vita is the perfect dive vessel for intrepid divers interested in exploratory dive safaris to some of the most action packed dive sites on the planet. Constructed of teak and asian hardwoods combined with contemporary furnishings she easily accommodates a maximum of 20 divers in 10 beautifully appointed and en-suite cabins. Complete with an outdoor Jacuzzi with a Sunset View!

Setting a new standard of luxury for Maldivian liveaboards the Carpe Vita will quickly become a favorite among discerning divers from Asia, Europe, and America who are looking to pamper themselves on a truly unforgetable liveaboard expedition which offers up to 4 dives per day. She offers year round trips, moving with the seasons to the best diving available throughout the Archipelago. Don't miss one of her 8 day or 11 day safaris to the best dive sites of the Maldives. Service, Service, Service, thats what it is all about on the Carpe Vita. Malidives Liveaboard diving in style. A Dive Adventures Asia Top Pick!

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A Cabin For Everyone

With 10 exquisitely appointed cabins in three configurations there is a cabin to fulfill the needs of everyone. All cabins are very well laid out, roomy and spacious, and have either porthole or picture windows for added natural light. The Suite, Superior, and Standard cabins have their own T.V., DVD player, and music system. The Suite cabins also have a bath tub, and huge wardrobe. The owner of the liveaboard has made great effort to pay attention to every detail, and create an environment that is inviting and luxurious.

Carpe Vita Offers Three Different Cabin Choices: 2 Suites (King / Twin Size Beds - Upper Deck), 2 Superior (King / Twin Size Beds - Main Deck), and 6 Lower Deck Standard Cabins (Queen / Twin Size Beds).

Each Cabin Features all the Comforts of Home:

• Individually Controlled Air-Conditioning
• Private Bathroom and Toilet with Hot / Cold Water Walk In Shower
• Hand Basin and Bathroom Counter Space
• Toiletries and Towels
• Beach Towels
• Bed Linens
• Safety Deposit Box
• Bed Side Reading Lamp
• Wardrobe and Shelves
• Vanity Mirror
• Art Work
• 3 pin 220V electricity ( international adaptor available)
• Luggage Space

The Suite and Superior cabins are outstanding it you want the ultimate in comfort and space, ideal for a couple or a honeymoon. The Suite cabins also feature a bath tub and shower.

The best value for the money, would be the Lower Deck Standard Cabins. The Standard Cabins are ideal for triple share or a family. On this liveaboard you can't go wrong with any cabin choice. The spaces are extremely comfortable with all the luxury you would expect!.

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Entertainment, Dining, and Common Areas

This Carpe Vita is perfect for those divers who love the outdoors and the open sea. The rear section of the upper deck comes complete with a cushioned seating area which is ideal for watching the sunset or star gazing in the evening breeze. This is our favorite spot to have an evening cocktail or two as we sail the world famous Maldives. For you sun lovers make yourself comfortable on the upper sun deck on one of the cozy over stuffed lounge chairs and brush up on your tan lines or just realx in the shaded area. This area also offers a 4 person jacuzzi where you are welcome to indulge yourself with some of the most astounding views anywhere on the planet!

The upper deck shade covered dining area is where you will enjoy your breakfast while the sun is rising and where your hot and fresh dinner is served alfresco while the sun sets on the Indian Ocean. Meals are served buffet style and consist of delicious local and international cuisine. Coffee, tea, fruit, biscuits, snacks and drinking water are all free of charge. There are numerous snacks available throughout the day which include: fresh fruits, grain cereals, and tasty biscuits. Eat and drink as much as you like as you will need your energy for the world class diving. For relaxing with your fellow divers in the evening there is great selection of local beer, spirits, and wine available at a reasonable cost. Two glasses of wine are included with your nightly dinner.

The main deck indoor saloon houses the home entertainment system including a TV, DVD and stereo. There is a small movie and music library as well as plenty of marine and general interest books for your use. The saloon has large picture windows with panoramic views and is a great area for socializing or relaxing in the evenings or afternoons. There is also a specialized camera and charging table in this area for all your photography equipment. There are a number of plug in points for your laptop computers, and internet access is available on some trips.

Outside in front of the indoor saloon there is another shade covered sitting area with comfortable cushions, where you could have your afternoon tea or just relax while viewing the magnificent Indian Ocean.

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A Dive Dhoni with it All!

Diving activities are conducted from a huge 18.5 meter (61 ft.) custom built dive dhoni which will accommodate 20 divers in comfort. The dive dhoni is accompanied by a captain and dive staff. The dive dhoni is a fully functioning diving vessel that will provide fast and safe transfers to all the dive sites.

Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, the dive dhoni is staffed and operated by experienced dive professionals with varied backgrounds. All dive personnel are specially trained in the marine ecology of the Maldives and are more than happy to show divers the local attractions as well as impart their knowledge of the local marine environment. The enthusiasm and dedication of the dive staff is evident in their interaction with guests, always with special attention on educating divers and promoting the safety and protection of the amazing ecosystem of the Maldives.

Carpe Vita Dive Dhoni is Equipped with the Following:

• Hot Water Shower
• Toilet
• Fresh Water Shower at the Rear
• Fresh Water Tank for Cameras
• Nitrox Blending Station
• Air Compressors
• Gear Rack
  

PADI Dive Courses and introductory dives are available upon request.

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Carpe Vita Liveaboard Gallery

Covered Outdoor Deck	Views to Die For	Come on In

Cozy Entertainment Area	Scrumptous Beach BBQ	Spacious Indoor Lounge

Custom Dive Doni	Huge Dive Deck	Built for Photographers

Full Service Bar	Dining Alfresco	Delicious Buffet Meals

Lower Deck Standard Suite	All the Amenities of Home	Lower Deck Standard Suite

Upper Deck Deluxe Suite	Massive En-Suite Bathrooms	Main Deck Superior Suite

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Carpe Vita Liveaboard Prices and Cabin Selection 2012

Season 2011	# Days	Deluxe Suite / Upper Deck	Superior Cabin / Main Deck	Standard Cabin / Lower Deck	Full Charter
Jan 1, 2012 to Apr 29, 2012	8D/7N	$2,905.00	$2,705.00	$2.505.00	Enquire
Jan 1, 2012 to Apr 29, 2012	11D/10N	$3,995.00	$3,795.00	$3,595.00	Enquire
Apr 30, 2012 to Oct 28, 2012	8D/7N	$2,600.00	$2,400.00	$2,200.00	Enquire
Apr 30, 2012 to Oct 28, 2012	11D/10N	$3,600.00	$3,400.00	$3,200.00	Enquire
Oct 29, 2012 to Dec 31, 2012	8D/7N	$2,905.00	$2,705.00	$2.505.00	Enquire
Oct 26, 2012 to Dec 31, 2012	11D/10N	$3,995.00	$3,795.00	$3,595.00	Enquire

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Liveaboard Trip Prices Include: All prices are per person and include accommodation on board, all meals, most drinks (drinking water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, etc.), 2 glasses of wine or beer at dinner, professional dive master services, scuba tanks, weights, weight belt, air, up to 4 dives per day, one night dive, BBQ on a deserted island when possible, and the Maldivian Government Sales Tax. We also include greeting and transfer to and from Male International Airport and the liveaboard. Groups of 5 guests or more will receive an additional 1 extra space in a standard cabin free of charge. The Single Supplement is 80% of the diver rate. Non divers receive 10% off of the diver rate!!

Additional Charges: Equipment rental and nitrox are not included in the above prices and can be paid for upon arrival. Equipment rental is generally $30 - $35 U.S. per day for a full set of equipment, depending on the length of the trip. Nitrox is $150.00 U.S. for 7 days and $200.00 U.S. for 11 days. PADI diving courses, and alcoholic beverages will also be paid for on the boat. There is also a Maldivian Bed Tax of $8.00 per night that will be paid upon arrival. Dive computers for every diver are obligatory in the Maldives and can be rented upon arrival.

Additional Activities and Services Available Upon Request:

• Nitrox Diving
• Dan Scuba Diving Insurance
• PADI Courses
• Internet Services
• CD and DVD Burning

How to Get There: With so many international air carriers flying directly into Male, the capital city of the Maldives, there is no need to book your liveaboard trip as part of a package deal and pay hidden fees. The most cost effective way to dive the Maldives is to pick a liveaboard of interest and then book your flights directly to Male. You will be greeted in Male and transferred to your liveaboard. Its that easy!

There are direct flights from Europe, Asia, and the United States. If your flying from the U.S. the most direct route is via Singapore.

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Carpe Vita Maldives Liveaboard Cruise Schedule 2012

January 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV30	08-Jan-2012	15-Jan-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV31	15-Jan-2012	22-Jan-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV32	22-Jan-2012	29-Jan-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV33	29-Jan-2012	08-Feb-2012	11D/10N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - Meemu - Laamu	Up to 4

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February 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV34	09-Feb-2012	19-Feb-2012	11D/10N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - Meemu - Laamu	Up to 4
CV35	19-Feb-2012	26-Feb-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV36	26-Feb-2012	04-Mar-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4

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March 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV37	04-Mar-2012	11-Mar-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV38	11-Mar-2012	21-Mar-2012	11D/10N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - Meemu - Laamu	Up to 4
CV39	22-Mar-2012	01-Apr-2012	11D /10N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - Meemu - Laamu	Up to 4

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April 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV40	01-Apr-2012	08-Apr-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV41	08-Apr-2012	15-Apr-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV42	15-Apr-2012	22-Apr-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV43	29-Apr-2012	09-May-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - S. Male	Up to 4

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May 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV44	20-May-2012	30-May-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - S. Male	Up to 4

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July 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV45	29-Jul-2012	05-Aug-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4

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August 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV46	15-Aug-2012	22-Aug-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV47	23-Aug-2012	02-Sep-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Baa - Raa - N. Ari	Up to 4

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September 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV48	23-Sep-2012	03-Oct-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Baa - Raa - N. Ari	Up to 4

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October 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV49	04-Oct-2012	14-Oct-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Baa - Raa - N. Ari	Up to 4

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November 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV50	01-Nov-2012	08-Nov-2012	8D / 7N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari	Up to 4
CV51	08-Nov-2012	18-Nov-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - S. Male	Up to 4
CV52	18-Nov-2012	25-Nov-2012	8D / 7N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari	Up to 4
CV53	25-Nov-2012	02-Dec-2012	8D / 7N	N. & S. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari	Up to 4

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December 2012

Trip Code	Start Date	End Date	Duration	Destination	Dives Per Day	Prices
CV54	02-Dec-2012	09-Dec-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV55	09-Dec-2012	16-Dec-2012	8D / 7N	N. Male - Ari - S. Male	Up to 4
CV56	16-Dec-2012	26-Dec-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - S. Male	Up to 4
CV57	27-Dec-2012	06-Jan-2012	11D /10N	N. Male - Rasdhoo - Ari - Felidhu - S. Male	Up to 4

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Carpe Vita Maldives Itinerary

The itinerary of the Carpe Vita is meant to deliver the best diving of the Maldives within the time allotted for the liveaboard cruise. Her schedule will consist primarily of 8 Day / 7 Night and 11 Day / 10 Night cruises to the best dive sites around the Ari, Baa, Raa, Rasdhoo, Felidu, N. Male, and S. Male Atolls. All Carpe Vita liveaboard cruises will depart from Hulhule harbor near the capital city of Male.

Sample Itinerary

Day of Boarding (First Day on the Carpe Vita)
Morning or afternoon flight to Male International Airport, pick up and transfer from the airport by speed boat or dive dhoni (depending on sea conditions the boat ride takes about 10 minutes). You should try to arrive as close to 12:00 noon as possible. If you have an earlier or later flight pick up is possible all day long on the day of arrival. Some guests will arrive the day before boarding and stay at a nearby hotel on Male or Hulhule.

Diving Days (Depending on the length of the Cruise)

• Up to 4 Dives per Day

Day of Departure ( Last Day on the Carpe Vita)
Morning breakfast and gear packing, then transfer by boat to the Male International Airport around 8:00 a.m. to connect with your departing flight.

Note: This does not represent an exact itinerary, it is approximate only. Every cruise is different. Itineraries depend on current conditions, time of year, weather, captain, cruise director, and guest preferences. We do our best to put you at the best sites possible on every dive.

We take no responsibility for scheduling or itinerary changes due to changing weather, political situations, natural disasters or other events beyond our control. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any kind of trip you do anywhere in the world. We also recommend that you have DAN or other diving accident insurance up to date and current in case of an unanticipated evacuation or other treatment that may not be covered by your regular insurance.

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