EcoPro Mariana, Maldives

New boat of the experienced team of liveaboards operators. Can be booked for full charters and group booking. Suitable for family vacations. Itineraries either for experienced divers or for newbies.

Boat interior and exterior
There are 9 cabins in total that can accommodate up to 16 divers. Each cabin has an individual-controlled air-conditioning and a private bathroom. There are two single staterooms and six twin-share cabins on the lower deck. The upper deck offers accommodation in twin and double bed cabins.
The Salon area is species and has a panoramic view. Made of wood in traditional style. Here you can enjoy your meal or spend time in a bar.

Dive deck
All the diving facilities are located on the diving dhoni. Here you have two air compressors and a nitrox compressor. Also, the boat has 1 skiff.

Safety
The liveaboard is supplied with all safety items like life jackets, fire fighting equipment, a first aid kit, and emergency oxygen.

Itinerary
The boat offers diving on two main itineraries - Central Atoll and Deep South of the Maldives. Central atolls are the most well-known route. They are accessible to divers of different diving experiences. You don't have to have a lot of experience to dive here. Even snorkelers are welcome to join the trip. But most of the time currents are strong on some dive sites. You definitely will have to learn how to use a reef hook. Despite the challenges, you will appreciate diving here. Sharks, mantas, and even whale sharks can be seen. The deep South itinerary is only for divers with AOWD certificates. Here you will experience drift dives. Over 10 different shark species might be seen. Traveling is much longer, you will have to book a domestic flight but you will be rewarded by less crowded dive sites.

When to Go
November to May is considered the best time to dive the Maldives, although diving here is available all year round. Water temperature is almost constant at 26-29C (78.8F-84.2F). For the Deep South Maldives the peak season is January to March. Water temperature is higher, from 30-31C (86F-87.8F)