Have a different holiday experience by cruising on a liveaboard in the Maldives. Embark on various fishing, exploring and diving expeditions during the day and return to these cruising vessels for a truly memorable experience. Subsequent to a relaxing cruising adventure on such a liveaboard, make your way to a Maldives resort for the remainder of your holiday. Stay at Anantara Veli Maldives which is home to over 40 water bungalows, a number of quality restaurants, an infinity pool and even yoga classes. These Maldives bungalows are an ideal getaway for couples and are complete with its spa, diving and snorkelling facilities to help you experience serenity first hand.
A term coined by Maldivian tourism, the ‘liveaboards’ are found in a variety of shapes and sizes for some are yachts or boats which have been adjusted in order to facilitate cruising. However, one also has the option of choosing a luxury cruise complete with nearly all the facilities that are offered by an island resort.
When in Maldives, opting for such a cruise upon a ‘liveaboard’ is indeed an intriguing experience that adds value to your vacation. Patrons of these liveaboards may embark on fishing trips, diving expeditions as well as excursions to islands. Such excursions give you the opportunity to visit a multitude of both inhabited and uninhabited islands all in the same journey and experience local culture and world famous beaches and diving spots. Furthermore, most liveaboards are equipped with the necessary facilities and equipment essential for such expeditions and are experienced in identifying and locating such world famous spots. In addition, the luxury cruises provide you with the added advantage of onboard restaurants and meals prepared according to one’s specifications.
Sailing in such a cruising vessel leaves you with many memories you may not have had otherwise. Being surrounded by the sparkling blue ocean constantly gives you the opportunity to witness schools of fish making their way across the sea and a chance to watch the ocean light up at night as micro marine life throb and glow underwater.