The Carpe Diem is the first boat we started operating in 2008 and the reason for the start of the company Carpe Diem Maldives Pvt. Ltd. The Carpe Diem was built in the Maldives fully out of wood by Amir Mansoor who is also the owner of the boat. The boat has 10 cabins divided over 3 decks and can cater for a maximum of 20 people. The boat is accompanied by a diving dhoni (tender) and a small speedboat (dingy). The Carpe Diem caters for scuba diving trips, surfing trips, fishing trips or tailor made cruises for exclusive groups.
Our local dive team of 3 with their abundance of experience can cater for any experience level diver and is able to ensure that everyone of any nationality has a lasting wonderful diving experience. On dedicated scuba diving trips the Carpe Diem offers standard 3 dives a day.
What makes the Carpe Diem further stand out is the service provided by a dedicated crew, some of which have been with the company for a many years. Clients that have come back described it as “coming home”.
The MV Carpe Diem is a 35 m long motor safari yacht with a wooden hull. It has 3 decks plus a sundeck.
6 standard cabins
2 separate staff cabin
the engine room
The main briefing area and lounge area, with a coffee / tea table offering you coffee/tea and drinking water 24 hours a day. It also has a wide flat screen TV, DVD/MP3 player.
Outside of the lounge area there is another sitting area in the shade with comfortable cushions, where you could have your afternoon tea while cruising and taking in the beautiful colours of the Indian Ocean. Furthermore the main deck has two comfortable Double cabins, the kitchen, laundry room and another open air sitting area at the back of the boat.
From the outside as well as from the inside a staircase will lead you to the upper deck and bridge area with a C-shape sofa/reading area, in house library, the suite and deluxe cabins, an office and the dive rental equipment room.
The main open air dining and bar area is located at the back of the boat where you will be served semi buffet meals prepared by our fine dining chef
From the dining area a staircase ultimately leads you to a 115 sqm sun deck, which is partially shaded and has a sitting area in the middle and some lounge chairs to catch that nice tan.
The Carpe Diem has 10 comfortable cabins of different standards divided over 3 decks. The different cabin types are suite (1), deluxe (1), double (2)
and standard (6). All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes, life jackets and their own private bathroom with toilet and hot water shower. The electricity voltage on board is of 220V and the plugs are of 3 pins UK type.
The Carpe Diem team will take care of your perfect holiday. We have some of the best best divers from the Maldives in our team. You will enjoy the cooking qualities of our experienced chef. A Dutch management that speak five languages. This team will do everything to ensure you have an unforgettable time during your stay on the Carpe Diem.
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| Built : | 2008 |
| Port of Registration : | Male’ / Republic of Maldives |
| Length (m) : | 35 |
| Width (m) : | 10 |
| Maximum Guests : | 20 |
| No. of Cabins : | 10 (1 Suite, 1 Deluxe, 2 High Standard, 4 Standard, 2 twin sharing Standard) |
| No. of Bathrooms : | 13 |
| Air-Condition : | In any enclosed area of the Boat and in each Cabin |
| No.of Crew : | 10 + 3 on the diving dhoni |
| Engine : | Doosan Daewood Diesel Engine 650 Hp |
| Fuel Tank Capacity : | 7,000 litres |
| Navigation : | GPS, Sounder |
| Communication : | VHF Radio, Internet, GSM |
| Generators : | 2 x Doosan Daewood Marine Soundproof, 50 Hz, 380V, 45KW |
| Electric Voltage : | 220 / 50 Hz, 24 hrs / day |
| Fresh Water capacity | 5,000 Litres |
| Water Maker : | 16000 litres/day (2 x Osmotic Treatment Plants – Wasco Atlantic 400) |
| Safety equipment | Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, life jackets, emergency alarm |
| Laundry Service : | YES but not for clients |
| Diving Dhoni : | YES |
| Nitrox on Board ? | YES |
| HP Compressors : | 2 x MCH 16 Coltri Sub (530 L/min, 18CFM), Bauer M320 |
| Nitrox Gen : | Coltri Sub LP320, Nuvair Membrane |
| FA Oxygen on board : | YES, 10,500 Liters |
| Dive Gear Rental : | YES, Scuba Pro |
| Diving School : | YES, PADI |
| Extra Activities : | Fishing, wave surfing |
| CABINS | NO. OF CABINS | MAX. PAX | DECK LOCATION |
| Suite (S) | 1 | 2 | Upper Deck |
| Deluxe (DLX) | 1 | 2 | Upper Deck |
| High Standard (HSTD) | 2 | 4 | Main Deck |
| Standard (STD) | 6 | 12 | Lower Deck |
| 10 | 20 |
The Carpe Diem takes full charter, half charter as well as individual booking requests. A tentative schedule can be found separately, which is updated on a regular basis.
The Carpe Diem will have 7 and 10 night cruises. The cruises normally leave every Saturday unless in the event of 10 day cruises departure days might change.
Check in time will be at 12.30 pm. In case of early arrival, guests will be met by our representatives and will have the option to wait at the airport or arrangements could be made to use the facilities of the nearby airport hotel which offers different packages until check-in time for the boat. Check out time will be latest by 8 am on the day of departure.
Winter rates will run from November 2019 on till May, 2020 and summer from May onwards till November 2019 and 2020. Rates for surf of fishing charters are available upon request.
Individual bookings | ||
Upper deck Suite room features individually controlled air-conditioning systems, as well as a king bed, walk through closet, large windows, flat panel TV, private en-suite bathroom with shower. | ||
Season | 8 days/7 nights | 11 days/10 nights |
November 2019/May 2020 | $2,485 | $3,550 |
May 2019/November 2019 | $2,015 | $2,875 |
May 2020/November 2020 | $2,015 | $2,875 |
Upper deck Deluxe room features individually controlled air-conditioning systems, as well as a queen double bed, hanging closet, large windows, flat panel TV, private en-suite bathroom with shower. | ||
Season | 8 days/7 nights | 11 days/10 nights |
May 2019/November 2019 | $1,910 | $2,725 |
May 2020/November 2020 | $1,910 | $2,725 |
November 2019/ May 2020 | $2,380 | $3,400 |
Main deck Double rooms, each have queen beds, dresser, hanging closet, large windows, flat panel TV, individually controlled air-conditioning and private en-suite bathroom with shower. Cabins can be taken for couples or single occupancy. | ||
Season | 8 days/7 nights | 11 days/10 nights |
May 2019/November 2020 | $1,700/ 1,910(single occupancy) | $2,425/2,725 (single occupancy) |
May 2020/November 2020 | $1,700/2,099 (single occupancy) | $2,425 / 2,999(single occupancy) |
November 2019/May 2020 | $2,100/ 2,580 (single occupancy) | $3,000/3,685 (single occupancy) |
Cabin deck Standard rooms, each have queen beds and a separate bunk bed, dresser, hanging closet, portholes, individually controlled air-conditioning and private en-suite bathroom with shower. | ||
Season | 8 days/7 nights | 11 days/10 nights |
May 2019/November 2019 | $1,665 | $2,379 |
May 2020/November 2020 | $1,665 | $2,379 |
November 2019/May 2020 | $2,065 | $2,950 |
Book within a month of departure and enjoy 10% discount as last minute booking
Book 6 months up to 12 months in advance and enjoy 10% discount as early bird booking
Book more than 12 months in advance and enjoy 15% discount as extra early bird booking.
These discounts can not be combined with our group offers of pay for 5 and get the 6th person for free!
For every group of 5 paying guests you will get 1 space free of charge in a standard cabin. A group of 12 will ultimately pay for only 10 people! Free space is limited to a maximum of 2 free per departure unless otherwise specified.
Please contact us for further information on booking and cancellation terms, as well as group charter terms and rates.
Given the current uncertain situation with regards to the developments surrounding Covid-19 virus, we are offering full refunds or transfer of dates for any NEW bookings made as of March 11,2020 for any available spaces during the remaining of 2020 in the event your government poses a “do not travel” advice on the Maldives or the government of the Maldives prohibits entry from your country.
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Last minute:
Book within 30 days of departure 10%
Early Bird:
> 6 months receive 10% discount and > 12 months receive 15% (can be combined with group discounts in summer season only)
Repeaters discount:
5% If you have been on one of our boats before you are entitled to 5% repeaters discount on your next booking
Snorkelers discount:
10% but can not be combined with group discounts
Group bookings:
pay for 5 and get 6th free, full charter get 4 FOC, so pay for 16 only
