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You Get a FREE night on Dhoni Stella

30th July 2010

Last updated: 29 July 2010

Save up to US$ 347 per diver!

Can you see yourself on a traditional sailing dhoni heading out for a week of sublime diving in the Maldives? The Dhoni Stella liveaboard is offering you a FREE night!

The great thing about Dhoni Stella is that you and your diving buddies will have her all to yourselves! Taking only a maximum of 6 divers, she is designed to cater for full charter groups of between 4 – 6 guests.

This means less bubbles in the frame as you perfectly line up a whale shark while scuba diving the best sites around South Male, Ari Atoll and North Male.

Dive The World has the following special offers for you:

Dhoni Stella – FREE Night Special
Maldives
– 8 Days 7 Nights 14 Dives
All trips 01 September – 30 November 2010
When you book for 1 week
Full charter prices:
4 Divers: was US$ 9,730 Now US$ 8,340
5 Divers: was US$ 10,430 Now US$ 8,940
6 Divers: was US$ 11,130 Now US$ 9,540
save up to US$ 347 per diver!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, water, coffee and tea during meals, dives (2 per day), tanks, weights and weight belts, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), extra diving boat hire.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and flights, fuel surcharge, airport transfer (20 minutes by dhoni).

Has that got you excited about scuba diving in the Maldives? Contact Dive The World to find out more about the Dhoni Stella liveaboard on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are subject to currency fluctuations.

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Manthiri 16th Anniversary Specials Save You $$$

29th July 2010

Last updated: 08 August 2010

Save up to US$ 1,725 per diver!

Are you dreaming of a holiday diving the Maldives? The MY Manthiri liveaboard is offering amazing discounts to celebrate their 16th anniversary. These specials should really get you planning your holiday right away!

MY Manthiri has almost as many crew as staff, so you can expect great service. The dive dhoni makes the great diving in the South Male, Ari Atoll and North Male far more accessible to you. Then you can enjoy your free wine with dinner. What more could you ask for?

Soon it could be you finning alongside sweetlips, being awed by manta rays and gazing at the gorgonian fans that thrive in the nutrient-rich water of the Maldives.

Dive The World has the following special offers for you:

MY Manthiri – 16th Anniversary Special

  • Maldives – 8 Days 7 Nights 24 Dives

14 Nov – 27 Dec 10
Standard: was US$ 2,625 Now US$ 2,093 save US$ 1,064 per couple!
Book 9 Pay 6 was US$ 23,625 Now US$ 12,558 save US$ 2,459 per couple!

28 Dec 10 – 10 May 11
Standard: was US$ 2,975 Now US$ 2,450 save US$ 1,050 per couple!
Book 9 Pay 6 was US$ 26,775 Now US$ 14,700 save US$ 2,683 per couple!

  • Maldives – 10 Days 9 Nights 28 Dives

14 Nov – 27 Dec 10
Standard: was US$ 3,375 Now US$ 2,691 save US$ 1,368 per couple!
Book 9 Pay 6 was US$ 30,375 Now US$ 16,146 save US$ 3,162 per couple!

28 Dec 10 – 10 May 11
Standard: was US$ 3,825 Now US$ 3,150 save US$ 1,350 per couple!
Book 9 Pay 6 was US$ 34,425 Now US$ 18,900 save US$ 3,450 per couple!

MY Manthiri – Special for South African Guests

  • Maldives – 8 Days 7 Nights 24 Dives

All trips until 27 December 2010
Standard:
was US$ 2,625 Now US$ 2,093 save US$ 1,064 per couple!
28 Dec 10 – 10 May 11
Standard: was US$ 2,975 Now US$ 2,380 save US$ 1,190 per couple!

  • Maldives – 10 Days 9 Nights 28 Dives

All trips until 27 December 2010
Standard: was US$ 3,375 Now US$ 2,691 save US$ 1,368 per couple!
28 Dec 10 – 10 May 11
Standard: was US$ 3,825 Now US$ 3,060 save US$ 1,530 per couple!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, biscuits, snacks, tea, coffee, juice, bottled drinking water, one glass of wine with dinner, dives, tanks, nitrox fills, weights and weightbelts, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks.

So do you want to take advantage of these great savings on your next Maldives diving holiday? Contact Dive The World to find out more about the MY Manthiri liveaboard on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Maldives Aggressor Manta Cruises

14th May 2010

Can anything beat Maldives liveaboard diving? Well yes: scuba diving the Maldives with hundreds of manta rays and whale sharks! To ensure you see as much action as possible Maldives Aggressor is offering extended trips during the season to Hanifaru at Baa Atoll.

The plankton blooms around South Baa Atoll attract many predators to aggregate in Hanifaru lagoon. You can watch the video here:

Maldives Manta Feeding Frenzy – Video

This is the season to fin alongside a whale shark or hover while scores of manta rays perform graceful somersaults in the nutrient-rich blue waters above your head.

Maldives Aggressor
Hanifaru – 10 Days 9 Nights

22 – 31 Jul 10
12 – 21 Sep 10
23 Sep – 02 Oct 10
Deluxe: US$ 3,070

Hanifaru – 8 Days 7 Nights

03 – 10 Oct 10
07 – 16 Nov 10
Deluxe: US$ 2,150

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, biscuits, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and water, dives, tanks, weights and weightbelts, torches, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, nitrox fills, alcoholic drinks (outside of meals), dinner on final evening.

Do you want to be assured of Maldives liveaboard diving with whale shark or hover while scores of manta rays congregate over your head? Contact Dive The World to book the Maldives Aggressor on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Sachika Saves You Up To $175 – 17 July

12th April 2010

Last updated: 21 June 2010

Save up to US$ 175 per diver!

Are you dreaming of diving the Maldives in luxurious style? Introducing the MY Sachika liveaboard at prices that will inspire you to plan your holiday right away!

Italian owned MY Sachika tours extensively throughout the Maldives, with an itinerary that focuses on the South Male, Ari Atoll and North Male. With a dive dhoni offering you a 120m2 dive platform and 3 dhoni staff, MY Sachika makes your diving pure pleasure without the hassle.

Between dives you can take some quiet time in your en-suite cabin, while sipping a cold drink from your personal minibar. Or have a jacuzzi that seats up to 5 of your best buddies, then have an invigorating session of racing around underwater on their 2 Seadoo scooters.

Dive The World has the following special offers for you:

MY Sachika – Summer Specials
Maldives – 8 Days 7 Nights 18 Dives
17 – 24 Jul 10
Suite: was US$ 1,488 Now US$ 1,313
Junior: was US$ 1,400 Now US$ 1,219
Standard: was US$ 1,313 Now US$ 1,125
Twin: was US$ 1,269 Now US$ 1,063
save up to US$ 350 per couple!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, biscuits, snacks, tea, coffee, water, dives, tanks, weights and weightbelts, torches, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks, ayurvedic massages.

Have you decided to get yourself a luxurious Maldives diving holiday? Contact Dive The World to find out more about the MY Sachika liveaboard on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Sting Ray Gives You FREE Nights Nov-Dec 2010

29th March 2010

Last updated: 11 August 2010

Save up to US$ 210 per diver!

Do you demand high standards of service when it comes to liveaboard diving, but don’t see why you should pay the earth? MV Sting Ray will give you the Maldives diving holiday you are looking for.

MV Sting Ray cruises the most popular diving sites in Ari Atoll, North Male and South Male. Relax in the onboard atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. Your cabin has en-suite facilities and the air-conditioned saloons are equipped with music and movies. Being able to store your scuba gear in the dive dhoni gives you more time to dive the coral reefs with Napoleon wrasse.

MV Sting Ray – Special FREE nights!
8 Days 7 Nights 18 Dives
21 – 30 Nov 10
08 – 15 Dec 10
15 – 22 Dec 10
Price: was US$ 1,470 Now US$ 1,260
save US$ 420 per couple!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, biscuits, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and water, dives, tanks, nitrox fills, weights and weightbelts, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks.

Ready to book your diving holiday in the Maldives? Contact Dive The World to reserve your spot aboard MV Sting Ray fo less than you think. Call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794, or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Eagle Ray Swoops into the Maldives @ 16% Off

29th March 2010

Last updated: 29 Mar 10

Save up to US$ 245 per diver!

Are you planning your Maldives diving holiday and looking for a quality liveaboard at unbelievable prices? Have a look at MV Eagle Ray.

MV Eagle Ray gives you reliable service that stands out from the other operators in the area making her a very popular choice with tourists looking to dive North Male, South Male and Ari Atoll.

A real bonus is the dive dhoni, allowing you to store your gear so you have more time to dive with manta rays.

MV Eagle Ray - May Special 16% off!
8 Days 7 Nights 18 Dives
08 – 15 May 10
15 – 22 May 10
22 – 29 May 10
Price: was US$ 1,505 Now US$ 1,260
save US$ 490 per couple!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, biscuits, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and water, dives, tanks, nitrox fills, weights and weightbelts, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks.

Planning your Maldives diving holiday? Contact Dive The World to cruise on MV Eagle Ray for a quality liveaboard vacation at great prices. Contact us on +66 (0)83 505 7794, or you could send us an email.

Updated: 01 Feb 10

Save up to US$ per diver!

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Ocean Dancer Saves You $300 in the Maldives

7th February 2010

Updated: 07 Feb 10

Save US$ 300 per diver!

Think you’ll be up for drift diving in the Maldives come November? Book the MV Ocean Dancer before 28 Feb 10 and you get $300 off!

You can relax in MV Ocean Dancer‘s air-conditioned saloon while dreaming about spotting whale sharks, happy in the knowledge that Peter Hughes will donate a portion of your payment to The Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme.

Enough lying around? Take a heart-pumping drift dive into South Male, North Male and Ari Atoll with hammerhead sharks.

MV Ocean Dancer – Early Bird $300 off!
If you’re quick! You need to book before 28 Feb 10
Maldives Safari 11 Days 10 Nights 25 Dives
28 Nov – 08 Dec 10
Price: was US$ 3,895 Now US$ 3,595
save US$ 600 per couple!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, coffee, tea, soft drinks and drinking water, wine with evening meal, dives, tanks, weights and weight belts, torches and experienced English speaking divemasters.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, alcoholic drinks, nitrox fills, port charges, fuel surcharge, Maldives Tax and compulsory Chamber Support fee. All tax and surcharges are payable in advance.

Do you want to plan your drift diving in the Maldives early? Contact Dive The World to book MV Ocean Dancer send us an email or call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Maldives Aggressor Has 2 Offers For You

6th January 2010

Last updated: 25 August 2010

Save US$ 687 per diver!

Do you want to submerge yourself in azure waters, while diving the Maldives? Book Maldives Aggressor and world renowned Aggressor Fleet will give you an incredible savings!

Maldives Aggressor is brand new, with construction being completed in 2009.

Enjoy the rush of drift diving South Male Atoll‘s 6 channels, or meet moray eels face-to-face while exploring North Male Atoll‘s abundant reefs and Ari Atoll could possibly top your cruise with a whale shark sighting.

Dive The World has the following special offers for you:

Maldives Aggressor – 1st Anniversary Special

Maldives – 8 Days 7 Nights 18 Dives
05 – 12 Sep 10
12 – 19 Sep 10
24 – 31 Oct 10
21 – 28 Nov 10
28 Nov – 05 Dec 10
05 – 12 Dec 10
Twin: was US$ 2,635 Now US$ 1,950
Deluxe:
was US$ 2,435 Now US$ 1,950
Save up to US$ 1,375 per couple!

Maldives Aggressor – Early Bird Special
Hurry – you need to book & pay in full before 30 Sep 2010!

Travel until end Feb 2011
Twin: was US$ 2,435 Now US$ 2,035
Deluxe
: was US$ 2,635 Now US$ 2,235
save US$ 800 per couple!

Includes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, biscuits, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and water, dives, tanks, weights and weightbelts, torches, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, dive insurance, nitrox fills, alcoholic drinks (outside of meals), dinner on final evening.

Be quick if you want to save on your diving holiday in the Maldives. Contact Dive The World to book the Maldives Aggressor on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Amba Early Bird 20% Off Extended Till 1 May!

2nd December 2009

Last updated: 03 Apr 10

Save up to US$ 535 per diver!

Are you thinking of diving the Maldives on your next summer holiday? MV Amba offers you luxury at very reasonable rates. Early Bird offer dates have been extended!

MV Amba liveaboard with here dive tender in the MaldivesLarge windows ensure wrap around views while recuperating on MV Amba‘s soft couches, or you could recline on her shaded upper deck while sipping a cocktail.

Cruising into the Northern Atolls you will experience adrenaline drift diving at Haa Alifu and Haa Dhaalu Atolls with barracudas.

Dive The World brings you the following special offers:

MV Amba
Maldives – Early Birds Get 20% off!
Book quickly before this special expires
Applies to all cruises until 01 May 10

8 Days 7 Nights 19 Dives
Standard:
was US$ 1,134 (€ 840) Now US$ 907 (€ 672)
save US$ 454 per couple!
Deluxe: was US$ 1,559 (€ 1,155) Now US$ 1,247 (€ 924)
save US$ 624 per couple!

13 Days 12 Nights 34 Dives
Standard:
was US$ 1,944 (€ 1,440) Now 1,555 (€ 1,152)
save US$ 778 per couple!
Deluxe: was US$ 2,673 (€ 1,980) Now US$ 2,138 (€ 1,584)
save US$ 1070 per couple!

Relaxing on MV Amba's shaded upper deck after glorious Maldives divingIncludes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, tea, dives, tanks, weights and weight belts, one dive per day on nitrox, torches, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Hanimaadhoo Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment (not available for rent on this boat), dive insurance, nitrox, alcoholic drinks, snacks, soft drinks, and domestic flight from Male to Hanimaadhoo Airport. Note on board payments in cash not credit cards.

Do you want to book your Maldives diving holiday for next summer aboard MV Amba? Contact Dive The World on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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Carpe Diem Full Charter Available in September

30th November 2009

Last updated: 9 August 2010

Do you want an uninterrupted Maldives diving holiday? Then book a full charter on MV Carpe Diem the highly sort after liveaboard.

MV Carpe Diem liveaboard in the Maldives

Cruise with MV Carpe Diem and soon you will be diving North Male, Ari Atoll and South Male to your heart’s content. Your days will be full of glorius Maldives sun and sea, or take it easy and luxuriate indoors with a cocktail from her well-stocked bar where you can still enjoy the magnificent views seen through large windows.

Dive The World has the following special offers for you:

MV Carpe Diem – Full Charter Available
13 – 22 September 2010
8 Days 7 Nights 20 Dives
Full Charter: US$ 21,875
11 Days 10 Nights 27 Dives
Full Charter: US$ 31,250

Socializing and having a bite to eat on MV Carpe Diem's shaded upper deckIncludes: Cabin accommodation with air-conditioning, breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, tea and afternoon snacks, dives, tanks, two bottles of water per day, weights and weight belts, experienced English-speaking divemaster(s), Maldivian Bed Tax and return transfers to the boat from Male Airport.

Excludes: Scuba equipment, torches, dive insurance, alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, mineral water, crew gratuities and flights.

Do you want an uninterrupted Maldives diving holiday? Contact Dive The World right away to take advantage of this special aboard MV Carpe Diem on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or you could send us an email.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and subject to currency fluctuations.

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