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1021723633693Know Before You GoThe Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" summary is to help you choose the right boat for diving Maldives:IntroductionAll-inclusive trip with up to dives on the Sea Farer Dhoni Maldives liveaboard from £209/day ($263/€242) & rated 9.6. Up to 14 divers on a 27m 89f dive boat with 7 cabins, 7 bathrooms + for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins.Liveaboard.com Booking linkSea Farer DhoniBoat Attributes27m (89f) : 7 cabins + 7 ensuites for 14 guests.Boat typeWooden Maldives Dhoni-StyleDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Scuba gear rentalNODive coursesNODiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)Snorkeling only liveaboard (no scuba diving)Prices starting at£209/($263/€242)* per day. *Exchange rate used: GBP to USD: 1.26; GBP to Euro 1.16.Type of DestinationIndian OceanDiving Destinations (Area 1)*Ambara Island (Dhaalu Atoll), Dhaalu Atoll, Dhiggaru Island (Meemu Atoll), Emboodhoo Kandu (South Male Atoll), Fenboa Finolhu Island (Meemu Atoll), Meemu Atoll (Mulaku Atoll), South Male Atoll, Vaavu Atoll (Felidhu Atoll).Diving Destinations (Area 2)*Diving Destinations (Area 3)*Diving Destinations (Area 4)*Feedback WelcomeFeedback Welcome: Please let me know in the comments below what additional information would be useful to "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" on the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard.*Important NoteBefore you choose your departure date: Please carefully review and choose the right itinerary for the Maldives dive sites you want to dive from the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard.
Latest Liveaboard Diving Discounts
Deal DateDiscountLiveaboard Discount TotalPrice Before DiscountPrice After DiscountTour DaysLiveaboard Discounted TourGroup booking discountLiveaboard Country
2106Liveaboard/View OfferSea Farer DhoniDeal Date12/01/2025Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£259Price Before Discount£1,726.00Price After Discount£1,467.00Tour Days7daysLiveaboard Discounted TourMaldives Dhoni ExplorerGroup booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryMaldives
2105Liveaboard/View OfferSea Farer DhoniDeal Date05/01/2025Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£259Price Before Discount£1,726.00Price After Discount£1,467.00Tour Days7daysLiveaboard Discounted TourMaldives Dhoni ExplorerGroup booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryMaldives
2104Liveaboard/View OfferSea Farer DhoniDeal Date01/12/2024Discount15%Liveaboard Discount Total£259Price Before Discount£1,726.00Price After Discount£1,467.00Tour Days7daysLiveaboard Discounted TourMaldives Dhoni ExplorerGroup booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryMaldives
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Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose a cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Maldives; 8. Pay for your Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard trip.
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard is a 27m (89f) Maldives boat for snorkelling, kayaking and hiking safaris for up to 14 guests enjoying 7 cabins and 7 bathrooms. This Maldives liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.6 out of 10 and is rated 'Exceptional' (SDE Lux Rating 42%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 42% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for an exceptional Maldives liveaboard safari, you might like to choose the Sea Farer Dhoni diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Maldives diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.6 out of 10, and is rated "Exceptional".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 0 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 4 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 3 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 3 out of 7, Food Luxury: 7 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 5 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 22 out of 52, or 42% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard costs from £209 per day ($263/€242)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard include: available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard include: no Aircon cabins, no diving courses, no internet, no scuba gear rental.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard is 27 metres (89 feet) long, has 7 cabins and 7 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 14 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard include: 7 Days/6 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries have been added or you can book by click here: Sea Farer Dhoni).
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* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.26 and for GBP to Euro is 1.16. For an up-to-date cost for the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard, please visit this link: Sea Farer Dhoni.
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the Sea Farer Dhoni, it's possible to find liveaboard discounts in excess of 25%. If no discounts appear above, you may find last minute deals in the itinerary section marked as "X% Special Discount", as per the above image here: Sea Farer Dhoni.
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Liveaboard Review Highlights
Diving Liveaboard ReviewMaldives Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard review in detail.
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Flexible BookingThis liveaboard does not have flexible booking.
Nitrox DivingThis liveaboard does not have nitrox available.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving CoursesThis liveaboard does not offer diver training courses.
Scuba Gear RentalThis liveaboard does not offer scuba gear rentals, which means you will have to bring your own scuba equipment, except for dive tanks and weight belts. Click here for a travel packing list: Scuba diver Travel Packing List.
InternetThere is no WIFI or internet available on this liveaboard.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon CabinsThe cabins on this liveaboard do not have air conditioning.
Private CharterThis liveaboard is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
DIN AdaptersThis liveaboard does not have DIN adapters.
Relaxing between dives
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Liveaboard Luxury Features Review
Liveaboard Luxury FeaturesThe 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' or "SDE Lux Rating" concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Maldives dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52/52=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard has 22 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 42%) possible benefits and features. This total of 42% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 0 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (0%), and include: DIN Adapters: NO; Dive Courses: NO; Dive Deck: NO: Gear Rental: NO; Nitrox Onboard: NO; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: NO; Shaded Dive Area: NO; Tenders For Diving: NO.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 4 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (44%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: NO; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: NO; Indoor Saloon: NO; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: NO; Outside Showers: YES; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: NO.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 3 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (43%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: NO; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: NO; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 3 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (43%) features, and include: Beach Towels: NO, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 7 out of 11 'Food Features' (64%) and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: NO; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: YES; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: NO; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option, Set Menu Dinner).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 5 out of 9 'Drink Features' (56%) and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: NO; Free Soft Drinks: NO; Free Wine With Dinner: NO; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: NO.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer ReviewsThe Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Checked all the boxes for the best trip ever. Dolphins- manta rays – nurse sharks” Recommended for: The food, the snorkeling, the crew.
Customer Review ByChristine P, from: United States scored the Sea Farer Dhoni 9.2 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Sea Farer Dhoni.
”Perfect ! This cruise, mid-January 2023, was a great moment of happiness. A wonderful way to experience the Maldives. Everything was perfect: guide and crew, food, boat, diving locations. Many thanks also to the liveaboard team for the organization and answers before the trip.” Recommended for: Incredibly friendly and attentive guide and crew. Excellent food. Amazing diving locations.
Original review in French:
”Parfait ! Cette croisière, mi-janvier 2023, fut un grand moment de bonheur. Un merveilleux moyen de découvrir les Maldives. Tout a été parfait : guide et équipage, nourriture, bateau, lieux de plongée. Un grand merci aussi à l’équipe de liveaboard pour l’organisation et les réponses avant le voyage.” Recommended for: Guide et équipage incroyablement sympathiques et attentionnés. Nourriture excellente. Lieux de plongée incroyables.
Customer Review ByFrançois A, from: France scored the Sea Farer Dhoni 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: Sea Farer Dhoni.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: Sea Farer Dhoni to find out how to get from to join the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the Sea Farer Dhoni dive boat.
Itinerary Option 1Maldives Dhoni Explorer - snorkeling only
Itinerary 1 TitleMaldives Dhoni Explorer with G Adventures
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to times in total on the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Maldives, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: NO; Advanced Open Water Diver: NO.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard for your dive trip to Maldives, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 3-5 logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: NO; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: NO.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard includes: .
Marine Life SpeciesThe sea life you might see on your Maldives liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Maldives liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard in Maldives might include:
SharksYou may see the following sharks species: Blacktip Reef Sharks, Blue Sharks, Bull Sharks, Great Hammerhead Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, Leopard Shark, Nurse Sharks, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks, Short Fin Mako Sharks, Silky Sharks, Silver Tip Sharks, Thresher Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Whale Sharks, Whitetip Reef Sharks.
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Ray SpeciesYou may see the following rays species: Blue Spotted Stingrays, Manta Rays, Mobula Rays, Spotted Eagle Rays, Sting Rays, Marble Rays.
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Fish SpeciesYou may also see the following fish species: Batfish, Barracudas, Clownfish (Anemonefish), Dogtooth Tuna, Frogfish, Flounder, Garden Eels, Giant (Great) Barracuda, Giant Trevallies, Glassfish, Groupers, Humphead Parrotfish, Jack Schools, Lionfish, Moray Eels, Napoleon Wrasse, Parrot Fish, Pipefish, Porcupine Fish, Red Snappers, Reef Fish, Sailfish, Sea Horses, Scorpion Fish, Spanish Mackerel, Surgeonfish, Trigger Fish, Yellowfin Tuna.
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Other Marine Life & Bird SpeciesYou may see the following marine and bird life: Barrel Sponges, Crabs, Cuttlefish, Giant Clam, Hard Corals, Jellyfish, Lobsters, Mantis Shrimp, Nudibranchs, Octopus, Soft Corals, Starfish, Turtles.
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Marine Mammal SpeciesYou might encounter the following mammals: Blue Whales, Dolphins, Pilot Whales.
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price of booking the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Cabin Towels, Chamber Fees, Deck Towels, Drinking Water, Environment Tax, Fishing, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Land Excursions, Port Fees, Snacks, Snorkel Equipment, Snorkelling Guide, Tea & Coffee.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Soft Drinks.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard: .
Boat Capacity
Boat Length27 metres (89 feet).
Maximum Guests14
Cabins and BathroomsThe Sea Farer Dhoni dive boat has 7 cabins and 7 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe Sea Farer Dhoni has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins, double cabin with one single bed.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: NO.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 0 out of 3 (i.e. 0%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving NO; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 0 out of 3 (i.e. 0%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: NO; Camera Station: NO; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: NO.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 3 out of 17 (i.e. 18%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: NO; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: YES; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 1 out of 2 (i.e. 50%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: NO.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to dives on the Sea Farer Dhoni Maldives liveaboard from £209/day ($263/€242) & rated 9.6 + SDE Lux Rated 42%. Up to 14 divers on a 27m 89f dive boat with 7 cabins, 7 bathrooms + for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins. Click Sea Farer Dhoni for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the Sea Farer Dhoni diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Maldives you can do this here: Sea Farer Dhoni. But if you want to compare this Maldives liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Maldives, please take a look at the table below. If you are only interested in Maldives liveaboards, select "Country" from the list of searchable options from first dropdown menu and type "Maldives" in the search box:
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* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.26 and for GBP to Euro is 1.16. For an up-to-date cost for the Sea Farer Dhoni Liveaboard, please visit this link: Sea Farer Dhoni.
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Have Fun & Be SafeThere will also be many more pages and articles about scuba diving and scuba diving safety tips (and on snorkelling too) for you to read and learn about this fabulous sport. Please don't forget to rate the Sea Farer Dhoni liveaboard above if you've already dived in Maldives from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
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Article written by Russell Bowyer who has been a scuba diver since diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1989. After his first dive he trained as a BSAC diver in the UK. He attained his Diver Leader certification with BSAC. He then went on to become a scuba diving instructor, teaching others how to dive and was voted as Diving Officer and Treasurer for the Saffron Walden BSAC club too. Russell has dived all over the world, including the UK, on liveaboards in the Red Sea, the Caribbean, South Africa and the USA. Russell is experienced in all dive types, including drift diving, deep dives that involved decompression stops and recreational dives too.