Manta Rays

MY Basilisk, originally a North Atlantic fishing vessel, underwent a transformation in 2015. Now an expedition yacht, she features eco-friendly systems, solar power, and two RO water-makers. Their goal: a small footprint wherever she sails. MY Basolisk Cabins

• Three Spacious Cabins: Each cabin offers privacy and comfort. The queen-size beds can be converted into two singles using a simple divider panel.
• Ensuite Baths: Glass showers, fresh-water flush toilets, and ample storage are included. Modern Amenities: Individually controlled air-conditioning, LED lighting, and USB reading lamps.
• Main Deck Cabin: Fresh air flows through two large, operable screened windows. Get ready for a cozy and convenient stay aboard MY Basilisk!

• Main Level – Salon: Our bright, spacious 35 m² (375 sq. ft.) air-conditioned salon features deep sofas, a large screen TV with digital presentation ports, and a dining area for up to eight guests.
• Main Level – Aft Deck: This 95 m² (1050 sq. ft.) space is the heart of activity onboard. Most meals are served under the big awning on a red maple table, where snacks are also available, and games can be played. Additionally, this area serves as a storage spot for cameras and dive/snorkel equipment.
• Upper Level – Fly Deck. After a day full of adventure, relax in sun or shade on top where cocktails are served with the best views of often spectacular sunsets. While underway, this area also doubles as a lookout perch for dolphins, whales, giant mantas, soaring boobies and the occasional surprise guest, an appearance of a sleepy owl, an imperious hawk or other avians on a seasonal migratory voyage.
• Lower Level – Dive Pontoon - The dive, snorkel, and land excursions are reached by tender from this location. The adjacent Dive Room houses technical equipment including 2 Coltri compressors with filling station and tank racks, 2 fresh water pumps, and 2 RO Water-makers.

Safety

Basilisk was designed to Canadian Lloyds III commercial fishing boat standards. Her current owner continuously improves safety and security systems to ensure she is in full compliance with her flag and the standards of the maritime authorities under which she operates. The boat is equipped with two life rafts for 8 and 12 persons, life jackets for adults and children, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, emergency radios, AIS, a satellite phone and EPIRBS. The crew are trained to manage emergency situations and maintain their certifications on a regular basis. • 2 Radars Furuno • 4 GPS Furuno & Garmin • 2 Navigation Computers • 6 VHF radios, 4 Handheld • Iridium Emergency SAT Phone • 2 Echo Sounders • 3 EPIRBs & 1 AIS • 2 SOLAS A Liferafts (Zodiac & NKTDVL) • Firefighting Equipment • 14 Fire Extinguishers • 12 Adult & 4 Child Life Jackets • 3 Life Buoys • 2 First Aid Kits • Emergency Oxygen • Orange Smoke Markers • Emergency Flares

General Specifications

• Length: 26.79 m / 88 ft • Beam: 9.14 m / 30 ft • Draft: 2.45m / 8 ft • Construction: Marine-grade aluminum • Displacement: 90 tons • Engines: Cummins NTA 855 M; 350 hp @ 1800 rpm • Cruising / Max. Speed: 9.5 / 12 knots • Range: 6000 Nautical Miles • Flag: Antigua & Barbuda • Tenders: Dive support: 1 x USCG Full-Cabin SAFEBoat 7.6m (25 ft) with twin 135 HP outboards and a range of up to 250 n.m., Garmin radar, GPS navigation, depth sounder General support: 1 x Highfield RIB 3.6m (12 ft) with single 20 HP outboard and depth sounder Scuba Compressors: 2 Coltri MCH11 ERGO TPS Compressors, air only Diving Equipment: In view of personal comfort and safety of knowing your own gear, we recommend guests bring their own diving equipment with essential spares. A limited selection of dive equipment is available on-board for guests to rent in case of need. Lead weights and belts plus collapsible dive flags are complimentary.

Explore the meticulously crafted areas and features of M/Y Black Pearl, a true gem in Indonesia! M/Y Black Pearl provides guests with a blend of comfort, convenience, and entertainment, boasting a range of amenities such as outdoor seating, a whirlpool, a bar, indoor dining area, gym equipment, and a business centre. Accommodation consist of ensuite and twin-shared cabins, each equipped with essential room amenities. The sun deck enhances the outdoor experience with additional seating and sun beds. For added safety, the tenders come fully equipped with essential safety gear, including life jackets, first aid kits, oxygen tanks, and communication devices like VHF radios or satellite phones. This ensures that their crew can promptly and effectively respond to any emergencies that may arise.

Vessel Amenities

• Main Deck Outdoor Seating and Whirlpool

• Main Deck Outdoor Bar

• Spacious Indoor Dining Area with Cafe and Bar

• Entertainment Salon with Gym Equipment,

• Business Centre

• Camera station

• Sun Deck Seating and Sun Beds

Accommodation

• Ensuite Cabins with Hot Shower

• Twin Share Cabins with Beds 2000 x 1200 x 400 cm

• Hassle-Free Keypad Door Lock Systems

• Basic Room Amenities: 2-in-1 Shampoo and Bath Gel, Separate Towel Hangers for Bath and Face Towels, Clothes Hooks, Hair Dryer, Safety Deposit Box, USB Ports for Charging, Inter-Room Communication System

Cabin Allocation: • 2 x Master Seaview/Upper Deck Cabins with double beds only ( #301, #302) • 4 x Main Deck Cabins with convertible twins or double beds (#201, #202, #203, #204) • 5 x Lower Deck Cabins with twin beds only (#102, #103, #104, #105, #106)

Diving

• 2 x tenders each carrying up to 12 divers

• Boats with safety equipment

Crafted and constructed in the picturesque setting of the Maldives, Honors Legacy stands as a remarkable luxury yacht, unparalleled in its class. With an exquisite design and meticulous attention to detail, it guarantees a standard of quality and opulent comfort for every guest. M/Y Honors Legacy is distinguished as one of the most gracefully crafted luxury motor yachts in the Maldives, tailored specifically for enthusiastic water sports aficionados. This yacht is meticulously designed not only to meet but to surpass the elevated expectations of seasoned travelers or anyone seeking a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the Maldives on an exclusive vessel. Beyond the al fresco dining area, the yacht boasts a contemporary and inviting saloon that includes a tastefully designed indoor dining space and bar. Following your dives, indulge in relaxation on the expansive sun deck, savoring a sundowner or unwinding in the Jacuzzi.

Year Built / Refit:	2012 / 2019
Length:	110 Ft. / 33.53 Mtrs.
Beam:	30 Ft. / 9.23 Mtrs.
Max Speed:	12 knots
Max Guests:	18 / 22
Number of cabins:	9
Power:	230V / 50HZ
Engine:	Hyundai / 500hp
Dinghy:	20ft / Yamaha 115hp
Diving boat (Dhoni):	60ft / Yanmar 200hp

The Allure of Komodo National Park:

Home to the iconic Komodo dragon and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Komodo National Park is renowned for its rich marine biodiversity. The park encompasses a chain of volcanic islands, and beneath the surface lies a kaleidoscope of coral reefs, underwater pinnacles, and vibrant marine life.

Unspoilt and unexplored reefs await you in this diving mecca.

Join us and Elke 'The Shark Lady' on this epic voyage to find some of the Red Seas most magnificent marine life.

Socorro, also known as the Revillagigedo Islands, is a remarkable liveaboard diving destination for several compelling reasons:

1. Breathtaking Marine Biodiversity: Socorro’s waters are teeming with diverse marine life. From manta rays to sharks, and even whale sharks, you’ll encounter some of the ocean’s most magnificent creatures. The thrill of swimming alongside these giants is unparalleled.
2. Pelagic Encounters: Socorro is renowned for its pelagic encounters. Imagine diving with oceanic manta rays gracefully gliding through the water, or being surrounded by schools of hammerhead sharks. These experiences are awe-inspiring and unforgettable.
3. Unique Underwater Topography: The underwater landscape around Socorro is captivating. You’ll explore volcanic seamounts, underwater pinnacles, and dramatic walls. Swim-throughs, caves, and arches add an adventurous element to every dive.
4. Friendly Dolphins: At sites like Cabo Pearce, divers often interact with friendly dolphins. These playful creatures swim alongside you, creating magical moments.
5. Whale Shark Sightings: During the right season, Socorro offers the chance to encounter whale sharks. These gentle giants, with their distinctive spotted patterns, make for incredible photo opportunities.
6. Isolated Location: Socorro’s remoteness adds to its allure. The islands are about 250 miles off the west coast of Mexico, accessible only by liveaboard. This isolation ensures pristine dive sites and minimal human impact.
7. Liveaboard Experience: Speaking of liveaboards, diving in Socorro is primarily done via these specialized vessels. Liveaboards provide a unique opportunity to immerse yourself fully in the underwater world. You’ll wake up to breathtaking views, enjoy multiple dives each day, and share stories with fellow divers.
8. Conservation Efforts: Socorro is a protected marine reserve. Diving here contributes to conservation efforts, supporting research and safeguarding these fragile ecosystems.

In summary, Socorro offers a blend of thrilling dives, spectacular marine encounters, and a sense of adventure that keeps divers coming back for more. Whether you’re an experienced diver or a beginner, Socorro promises an extraordinary underwater experience. 🌊🐠🦈🌟

Carpe Diem, Maldives

The Southern Maldives has to be one of the best diving holidays in the world for people who love sharks, other large pelagic, drift dives and exhilarating dives.

Floating Resort by Scubaspa is a new and unique concept combining exceptional spa experiences with unforgettable scuba diving.

Join us and Elke 'The Shark Lady' on this epic voyage to find some of the Red Seas most magnificent marine life.

A welcoming modern, spacious liveaboard built to a high standard, Emperor Voyager is a 30 metre boat accommodating 20 guests in 7 twin and 3 double cabins, all ensuite with air-con and a fan.

S/Y The Junk is a stunning, historical 33m vessel that offers liveaboard diving holidays in Thailand.

<h2>Margaritaville</h2> <img class="alignright wp-image-15169" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/aerial-view-of-the-pool-at-margaritaville-beach-resort-playa-flamingo.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="304" />Enjoy the waves breaking on the beach or the ever-popular sunset sailboat cruise that includes a stop for snorkeling and a crew that will help you cast a line if you like to fish. All of the best activities are easily accessible from the Margaritaville Beach Resort at Flamingo Beach including Zipline tours, ATV, mangrove kayaking, surfing tours & lessons, scuba diving lessons, wildlife boat tours, and golf. The signature oversized main pool with a swim-up bar is the highlight of the resort. An oceanfront restaurant and lounge, a family center, watersports, a spa, a tennis court, a fitness center, and covered children’s pool & playground are also available. Watch one of the breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific Ocean that can be seen from the observation deck at the resort’s main bar and lounge or grab a bite to eat at a variety of restaurants and bars at Margaritaville Beach Resort. You can stroll over to the town center and get ice cream after lunch or dinner. All-inclusive packages are available for purchase if you want to relax and know your costs in advance. And if you want just breakfast, there are several restaurants within walking distance from the resort and in the nearby town of Brausalito you will find many more restaurants, bars, and nightlife. A choice of room types include: <ul> <li>Standard Room - two double beds</li> <li>Studio family suite</li> <li>Family bunk bed junior suite</li> <li>Garden poolside Room - one king bed</li> <li>Garden pool room - two double beds</li> <li>Pool view room - one king bed</li> <li>Pool view room - two double beds</li> <li>Honeymoon suite</li> </ul> <h2>7 nights Dive and Stay</h2> Costa Rica is fast becoming a hot spot scuba diving destination, particularly along its Pacific shores. From enticing shark encounters to run-ins with giant Manta Rays, Costa Rica’s volcanic pinnacles are filled with pelagic life. Divers frequently encounter sea turtles, stingrays, manta rays, moray eels, barracuda, tuna, and snapper. Schooling fish can be found on every dive site, as well as small critters like sea horses, frogfish, and harlequin clown shrimp. Sharks and dolphins are seen regularly, and humpback and pilot whales migrate twice seasonally. This package is designed to fly in and out of Liberia (LIR) International airport. <h3>Highlights</h3> <img class="alignright wp-image-15179" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/bill-beards-what-to-see-bull-shark-768x431-1.jpg" alt="" width="501" height="281" />Dive Guanacaste reef sharks, turtles, sea horses, eels, octopus and massive schools of tropical fish. Easy to add additional dive days or tanks, upgraded dives or night dives. Your holiday: Your Choice! – Choose your adventure <p style="padding-left: 40px;">– Zip among treetops, rappel, tube and relax in thermal pools – Monkey, Bird & Croc Safari along the Palo Verde River.</p> <h3>Other Hotels Available on request</h3> <h4>Casa Conde del Mar</h4> Playa Panama in northwestern Guanacaste is one of Costa Rica’s pristine “Blue-Flag” certified beaches and where you will find Case Conde Beach Front Hotel. This All-Inclusive Boutique property. Located just 20 minutes from Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR), you will soon be enjoying a dip in the pool or listening to the gently lapping waves as you relax in lounge chairs on the beach. Iguanas roam freely and Howler monkeys can be heard and seen in the trees throughout the grounds. From Casa Conde there is plenty to keep you busy. You can enjoy a day of fishing or scuba diving in the Gulf of Papagayo. Or if you want to go offshore or are a more experienced, advanced diver, head out to the Bat Islands. Snorkeling, paddle boarding and kayaking can be arranged, as well as a plethora of day tours like Zip-Lines, Waterfalls, Sloth & Monkey Tours, River Safaris, Dive or Surfing Lessons, Mangrove Kayaking, Horseback Riding or ATV Tours. This beach front location with its low-key, relaxing atmosphere make it the perfect spot for couples, families and groups. The well-manicured lawn stretching to the beach make this one of the best hotels for relaxing by the beach in the Guanacaste area. The restaurants and swim up bars keep guests happy, and Casa Conde is a popular venue for weddings, receptions and other events. Hotel amenities: Free Parking (Self-Parking), Swimming Pool, Free Wi-Fi, Gift Shop, Laundry & Dry Cleaning Services, Two Restaurants, Coffee Shop, One Dry Bar and Two Wet Bars. Destination Weddings can be arranged, please ask our agents to coordinate. <h4>Grand Papagayo</h4> Barcelo’s Occidental Papagayo is an Adults-Only, all-inclusive resort ideal for rest and relaxation mixed with adventure in superb natural setting. The pool is the focal point in the center of the property with rooms, lobby, restaurants, massage cabanas and beach all within a short distance. Set in an idyllic location surrounded by the wild, natural beauty characteristic of Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast, guests will feel swept away to a tropical haven, enjoying all the amenities one could imagine. Three restaurants and four bars are on the property, offering you exceptional Costa Rican cuisine and original international offerings combined with meticulous service. The Japanese restaurant offers table seating, private tatami rooms and a teppanyaki table. Dinners for à la carte restaurants at Occidental Papagayo can be booked after the second day of your stay, and you can enjoy one à la carte dinner for every 3 nights of your stay. The U-Spa at Occidental Papagayo offers a tranquil atmosphere where every detail has been considered to provide guests with well-being, health, beauty and comfort while you enjoy treatments. Subtle aromas greet you before you enjoy the hot tub, sauna, Vichy shower or Turkish bath. Private rooms for relaxing and therapeutic massages and facials, plus a full range of beauty services are offered. The gym has equipment for cardio training and machines for resistance training. Occidental Papagayo features spacious and bright rooms that have been designed for the enjoyment of their guests. Premium Level options give guests a VIP experience with preferential restaurant reservations, a Premium Level Lounge and other amenities for a perfect romantic vacation in tropical paradise setting. Enjoy more of Costa Rica. The Guanacaste Province and the Culebra Bay offer great off-property opportunities too so you can enjoy Costa Rica and stay active. Some of the favorite activities enjoyed by guests include scuba diving, snorkeling cycling, kayaking, paddle-boarding, zip-lines, ATV tours, horseback riding, rappelling and much more.

<img class="alignright wp-image-15119" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/socorro-dive-with-dolphins.jpg" alt="" width="399" height="283" /> This lovely liveaboard to Socorro features 1 triple room, 8 twin rooms, 6 'hotel room' feel staterooms, 8 staterooms, 3 superior suites with one or two beds and 1 premium suite. Massive windows give great views from the dining room and lounge. Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub and make use of the huge camera station. The main benefit of this itinerary is it is one of the best places in the world to see massive marine life: <ul> <li>Giant Mantas</li> <li>Humpback whales</li> <li>Dolphins</li> <li>Hammerhead sharks</li> <li>Silky sharks</li> <li>Whale Sharks</li> </ul> &nbsp;

<img class="alignright wp-image-15119" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/socorro-dive-with-dolphins.jpg" alt="" width="399" height="283" /> This lovely liveaboard to Socorro features 1 triple room, 8 twin rooms, 6 'hotel room' feel staterooms, 8 staterooms, 3 superior suites with one or two beds and 1 premium suite. Massive windows give great views from the dining room and lounge. Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub and make use of the huge camera station. The main benefit of this itinerary is it is one of the best places in the world to see massive marine life: <ul> <li>Giant Mantas</li> <li>Humpback whales</li> <li>Dolphins</li> <li>Hammerhead sharks</li> <li>Silky sharks</li> <li>Whale Sharks</li> </ul> &nbsp;

<img class="alignright wp-image-15119" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/socorro-dive-with-dolphins.jpg" alt="" width="399" height="283" />This lovely liveaboard to Socorro features 1 triple room, 8 twin rooms, 6 'hotel room' feel superior suites with one or two beds and 2 premium suites. The boat is built from heavy steel and designed for ocean crossings giving it greater stabilisation. For sun-worshippers there is a large sun deck. The main benefit of this itinerary is it is one of the best places in the world to see massive marine life: <ul> <li>Giant Mantas</li> <li>Humpback whales</li> <li>Dolphins</li> <li>Hammerhead sharks</li> <li>Silky sharks</li> <li>Whale Sharks</li> </ul> &nbsp;

<img class="alignright wp-image-15063" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/sands-pool.jpg" alt="" width="561" height="375" />The prime beachfront location in Khao Lak center has tropical contemporary design and architecture. Offering three wings-- Lagoon Wing, Seaside Wing and Aqua Wing—each catering to diverse needs and lifestyles with ample spaces provided for bringing people together and for offering the peace and solitude others desire. Resting along the soft, golden sand at Nang Thong Beach, embraced by lush green hills, The Sands is a true tropical paradise. Located in Khao Lak, approximately 60 minutes from Phuket International Airport. Set in the most privileged beachfront location in Khao Lak, yet only steps away from this charming small village's shopping and eating epicenter. <h2>Beach</h2> The Sands commands nearly 200 meters of prime seafront space at Khao Lak’s boundless, profoundly peaceful 1.5 km Nang Thong Beach which features: finely soft sands, a shining blue sea and the most pristine natural atmosphere uncluttered with sunbeds or beach umbrellas.  

<h2>One of the best luxury diving holidays in the world for Manta enthusiasts.</h2> <img class="alignright wp-image-14000" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/four-seasons-landaa-giraavaru-maldives-pool2-e1610625752893.jpg" alt="" width="504" height="379" />Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours). <h3>The Dive Centre</h3> Led by a team of passionate marine biologists, this pioneering, on-island research centre lets you experience once-in-a-lifetime encounters with a variety of marine creatures while learning about their life and habitat, and you can even participate in some of our Resort’s conservation projects. MALDIVIAN MANTA RAY PROJECT (MMRP) Founded by Senior Marine Biologist Guy Stevens, with the support of Four Seasons and Save Our Seas, MMRP has amassed the largest number of identified manta rays on record anywhere in the world, combining new discoveries with active conservation and education.

<img class="alignright wp-image-14027" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/four-seasons-explorer-zodiac-1-e1610632429750.jpg" alt="" width="503" height="377" />The Four Seasons Explorer is an intimate, floating resort-like experience offering itineraries that take in remote shores and rarely-visited dive and snorkelling sites in the untouched reaches of the glorious Maldivian atolls. Three to seven-night cruises, with free full dive gear, take you to manta cleaning stations, to the beautiful garden island of Kuda Huraa and to the unspoiled hideaway of Landaa Giraavaru in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Stunning variety of marine life to see, including whale sharks, hammerheads, reef sharks, nudribranch, ghost pipefish and more - enjoy it all even more with an onboard marine biologist. Unbeatable range of onboard activities and relaxation areas including a spacious sun deck, massage area and spa service, along with watersports including waterskiing, wakeboarding, windsurfing and kayaking. <h2>A UNIQUE WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE MALDIVES AND A WONDERFUL COMPLIMENT TO YOUR MALDIVIAN ADVENTURE</h2> Four Seasons Explorer allows avid Divers, Water Enthusiasts, Nature Lovers and 21st Century Explorers to discover remote shores and rarely visited dive/snorkeling sites among the untouched reaches of the exotic atolls. On board, on land or in the water, Four Seasons Explorer offers a wealth of leisure activities, all supported by our Signature service. From water sports and island excursions to relaxing spa treatments, our cruises feature something for everyone. <h2>WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT</h2> <img class="alignright wp-image-14019" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/four-seasons-explorer-maldives-1-e1610631815650.jpg" alt="" width="502" height="377" />Four Seasons Explorer is 39 m, 3 deck catamaran, 22 guests, 3 dives per day, 1 resident Spa Therapist. Four Seasons Explorer is our most intimate resort experience: a luxurious three-deck catamaran that embarks on 3-, 4- and 7-night cruises, plus Private Leisure, Surf and Manta Ray Charters into the undiscovered Maldives. The Four Seasons Explorer sails between the enchanting garden island of Kuda Huraa and the pristine hideaway of Landaa Giraavaru in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Choose from 10 spacious State Rooms and the palatial Explorer Suite, all of which are bright and airy and include the luxury and style you expect from Four Seasons Explorer. All cabins are bathed in natural light from large port windows, your room boasts contemporary teak furnishings and Indian fabrics in calming tones. air-conditioned, with an en-suite bathroom that features a bathtub/shower. Curl up on your sofa, select something from the refrigerated private Bar or enjoy a movie on the flat screen LCD TV, all in the comfort of your State Room or Explorer Suite. This private cruise experience goes far beyond the normal beach escape. With ample on-board activities and a choice of three, four or seven night cruises, Four Seasons Explorer offers an unforgettable vacation for Divers and Non-Divers alike. Children over the age of 10 years are welcome.

<h2>COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives’ South Malé atoll.</h2> <img class="alignright wp-image-14033" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/COMO-Cocoa-Island_Dhoni-Water-Villa-view.jpg" alt="" width="501" height="335" />Diving is some of the best in the world with two private house reefs. Rooms are inspired by local dhoni boats in bleached wood with kajan roofs. They are reached via planked walkways stretching out into the warm lagoon. There is a COMO Shambhala Retreat dedicated to renewing body and soul. The restaurant, Ufaa, honours nature, featuring seafood and organic vegetables in exciting, healthful combinations showcasing a blend of European and Indian flavours. COMO Cocoa Island is an understated private island resort in the Maldives, with 34 overwater villas allowing you to slip from your balcony into the turquoise lagoon to explore the sealife-rich house reef. It promises what few luxury Maldivian resorts can truly provide: peacefulness, privacy and the opportunity to do very little – very little, that is, aside from diving, strolling on silk-soft sand, snorkelling in a world of colourful marine life and simply relax, whether that’s on a massage table or on a daybed staring out at the hypnotic azure ocean. After months of silence, the underwater world at COMO Cocoa Island is thriving. The house reef is alive with colour, while the nearby dive sites are teeming with green turtles, reef shark and bigeye trevally. Nature has returned to the Maldives like never before. <h2>Rooms and Suites</h2> <div>The style and design of the newly refreshed 34 overwater suites and villas are like that of no other luxury resort in the Maldives. Uniquely inspired by dhoni boats—the gently curving wooden vessels used by local fishermen—COMO Cocoa Island’s rooms arc out from the island itself. Simple wooden walkways built above the shallow lagoon connect them, forming an overwater boardwalk pathway.</div> <div></div> <div>Some villas have private pools, and each has its own private terrace—all the better for slipping into the warm Maldivian sea, right from your room. Views from the floor-to-ceiling windows look across the watery expanse and horizon, as if you’re floating on the ocean. Villas available include:</div> <div></div> <ul> <li>Dhoni Water Villas stand out for their unusual design: shaped like a traditional Maldivian ‘dhoni’ fishing boat, they make you feel like you’re floating on the ocean. The generous living room is a calming space to relax, while the overwater private terrace has a staircase that leads to the lagoon’s warm waters.</li> <li>Shaped like a traditional ‘dhoni’ fishing boat, our Dhoni Loft Water Villas have an expansive lower level living area and a master bedroom on the mezzanine, making them great for families. The design is about bringing the outside space in, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water, and a private terrace touching the ocean.</li> <li>Loft Water Villas, the horizon feels like it extends forever as you look out from your private sundeck or watch the ocean roll past the floor-to-ceiling windows. The elevated loft features a king-sized en suite master bedroom, while the lower deck’s large and airy sitting area doubles up as a sleeping space for families. There is also a secluded outdoor rain shower with steps directly into the ocean.</li> <li>One Bedroom Water Villa with Pool - These light-filled villas sit on their own secluded jetty, each with a private entrance deck, surrounded by the aquamarine ocean. Outside, there’s a new private pool and a balcony with a daybed, where you can relax as the sun rises and sets on the ocean. Inside, the spacious living area with floor-to-ceiling windows provides plenty of space to unwind.</li> <li>Como Water Villas - Situated on either side of the island, COMO Cocoa Island’s two COMO Water Villas – Sunset and Sunrise – are arranged with two separate wings, both featuring an en suite bedroom and a private terrace directly above the ocean. The wings are connected by the living and dining areas, with balconies on either side that let you step directly off the deck into the turquoise lagoon. There’s also a secluded deck, with a new private pool that almost touches the edge of the ocean.</li> <li>Cocoa Water Villa with Pool - This new overwater villa features a large terrace with a 10-metre private swimming pool, offering some of the island’s best views of the iconic Maldivian sunset. The villa was designed with space in mind: there’s a living room, an en suite master bedroom, a private study and a gym. The villa can be connected to the COMO Sunset Water Villa via an overwater wooden walkway, or closed off for complete privacy.</li> </ul>

<img class="alignright wp-image-14057" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/bandos-water-villa-1.jpg" alt="" width="501" height="334" />From the moment you arrive you will see first hand the friendly, attentive service that has earned Bandos the reputation of the ‘Island of Hospitality’. Located in the North Male Atoll just 20 minutes by speedboat from the airport, and close to 40+ dive sites, this well established resort is a good option for the whole family. There is a kids club with a range of activities to keep the little ones occupied all day, and a spa and fitness centre for the adults. Daily excursions and activities such as windsurfing and, canoeing are available for those days off from diving, a perfect choice for the more active diver. The accommodation is a mixture of simply styled, private villas and luxury water villas and the 6 restaurants and bars will cater to all tastes. The house reef here at Bandos, considered one of the best in North Malé Atoll, guarantees a glimpse of one of the true marvels of the Maldives. The convenient location of Bandos allows us to offer diving to over 40 impressive dive sites.

A great place to see whale sharks and other Maldivian reefs.

Kuredu Resort & Spa, Maldives, lets you choose your favourite accommodation type and perspective to wake up to. Be it the tropical seclusion of Garden Bungalows, the beach side bliss of Beach Bungalows, Beach Villas and Jacuzzi Beach Villas, or the exclusive luxury and comfort of the Water Villas, all accommodation types carry a ‘perfect’ tag.

<img class="alignnone wp-image-14184" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/palau-siren-liveaboard-dive-deck-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="266" />Launched in April 2011, the 40m S/Y Palau Siren was built on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and is handcrafted from ironwood and teak (traditional to the area). You will find no other diving liveaboard as beautiful in Palau waters, and being built by divers for divers you can be rest assured that every need has been thought of and addressed. Welcoming a maximum of 16 guests per week ensures that there is ample space to relax. The 8 cabins are doubles, twins and 2 cabins are flexible double/twin and offer individually controlled air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms with hot water. The covered outdoor dining area provides a great setting for all your meals and the spacious air-conditioned saloon offers a cocktail bar, comfortable seating and a 42 inch flat screen TV. The dive deck will most likely be one of the most spacious and comfortable you would have come across. There are designated areas for charging and preparation of your camera and video equipment making the S/Y Indo Siren a top choice for underwater photographers and videographers. The vessel also benefits from 2 hard-bottom skiffs, kayaks, laundry and massage services and <strong>FREE equipment hire and nitrox</strong>. The Palau Siren has designated indoor and outdoor workstations for charging, preparation and maintenance of your camera and video equipment. Large storage drawers for your peripheral items are available, as well as numerous charging points, with adapters available (sockets are 2-pin European style at 220v or 110v). Naturally, we also have large rinse tanks with fresh water solely for camera and video equipment – this beautiful liveaboard vessel truly sets out to be the pros choice for underwater photography and videography.

<img class="wp-image-14342 alignright" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/indo_siren_low-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="629" height="419" />Welcoming a maximum of 16 guests per week ensures that there is ample space to relax. The 8 cabins are divided in fixed doubles, fixed twin and 2 flexible twin/double cabins offer air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with hot water. The covered outdoor dining area provides a great setting for all your meals and the spacious air-conditioned saloon offers a cocktail bar, comfortable seating and a 42 inch flat screen TV. The dive deck will most likely be one of the most spacious and comfortable you would have come across. There are designated areas for charging and preparation of your camera and video equipment making the S/Y Indo Siren a top choice for underwater photographers and videographers. The vessel also benefits from 2 high-powered Zodiacs, kayaks, laundry and massage services and FREE equipment hire and nitrox.

<img class="alignnone wp-image-14467" src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/blue-voyager-maldives-simon-lorenz.jpg" alt="" width="403" height="226" />The ocean deck is a unique feature allowing guests to relax in the open air while close to the water. On many evenings the flood lights will illuminate the water just off the ocean deck to attract plankton which brings the manta rays and whale sharks. There have been many close sightings of feeding mantas and whale sharks. Have your camera ready. One of the most outstanding features of M/Y Blue Voyager is the custom-built dhoni (diving suport vessel) Blue Shadow. This brand new 19m dhoni is spacious, fast, and equipped with all the modern conveniences that divers want. Each diver has their own station with plenty of space store their gear and kit up, and the dhoni crew are ready to assist. During the journeys to and from the dive sites, you can ascend the small stairs to the top deck to enjoy the sun and stunning views. There is a toilet with shower located inside the main deck plus two handheld showers on the back deck, and separate camera and equipment rinse tanks. A fast engine, two generators and two compressors with a nitrox membrane system mean you will enjoy a first-rate diving experience in the Maldives.

<img class="alignright wp-image-13199 " src="https://oysterdiving.com/wp-content/uploads/blue-spirit-maldives-liveaboard-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="543" height="305" />M/V Blue Spirit measures 26m in length with a beam of 7m. Her shallow draft means she can moor in smaller and quieter lagoons which are inaccessible to larger vessels. She caters to just 12 divers and offers six en suite and fully air-conditioned cabins. Cabins include two double berth and four double/twin berth with lavishly fitted interiors. Located on the main deck is the saloon with separate dining and relaxation areas. Photographers will delight in the facilities on board with ample storage and recharging points found in the saloon. Guests looking to unwind can do so in the saloon where you can kick back and watch a DVD from the on-board library which also includes marine identification books and other literary pieces. M/V Blue Spirit includes a sun deck with superb views of the Indian Ocean, as well as a shaded area. Meals are served at a table to the front of the boat providing a wonderful alfresco dining experience. Guests will enjoy the culinary delights of a fantastic Sri Lankan chef who has been with M/V Blue Spirit for over 15 years and serves a mouth-watering mixture of local and Western cuisines while soaking up the panoramic views of the Maldives.

This beautiful and newly renovated resort is set in tropical gardens on 3km of sandy beach in the north of Koh Lanta.