M/Y Sachika

The following services are included in the tour price per person:

• Accommodation in a half-double cabin (Standard, lower deck) with shower and toilet
• Meals: Full board, Nescafé, water, tea, and snacks throughout the day
• Check-in on the day of arrival from 11:15 a.m. to midnight
• Check-out on the day of departure at 7:30 a.m.
• Three dives per day (except on the arrival and departure days), including one night dive per week and two night dives for 10- and 12-night stays (i.e., on the day of the night dive, two daytime dives and the night dive are conducted. Night dives are not available on the “Wild Deep South” tour), guide, 13 L aluminum tank, straps, and weights
• Reef hooks and SMBs for all divers
• Transfer on the arrival and departure days of the safari
  • from the nearest airport – boat – nearest airport
• Excursion to Malé (if safe and permitted, and available only for the “Best of Central Atolls,” “Manta Madness,” and “Northern Highlight” itineraries)
• Fishing from the boat (where permitted)
• Guided daily snorkeling
• Excursions to local islands, private islands, and sandbars for swimming and relaxing (a small entrance fee may be required for some of the islands)
• 1 barbecue dinner on the beach, weather permitting (a small rental fee ranging from 3 USD to 10 USD may be charged for the barbecue area on the island)
• All additional activities that the crew can offer on board, depending on the group’s wishes
  • Biology lessons, lectures on the Maldives, beach cleanups, shell collecting, karaoke night, disco night, and more!
• Diving Dhoni
• Dinghy for up to 10 people
• Free nitrox
  • If the nitrox system is unavailable for technical reasons, there is no entitlement to a refund

The following services per person are not included in the tour price: 

• Surcharge for Junior Suite and Suite (price varies by season)
• Single cabin supplement: 60% surcharge (not available for full charters)
• Eco-tax (Green Tax): 12 USD per day (payable on board in cash)
• Service fee (payable on board in cash in USD before departure)
  • 150 USD/week
  • 190 USD for 9 nights
  • 215 USD for 10 nights
  • 235 USD for 11 nights
  • 255 USD for 12 nights
• National/marine park fees, where required (payable on board)
• In the event of government-mandated price increases (fuel, taxes, fees), we reserve the right to adjust prices accordingly
• Domestic flights (price upon request)
• Additional transfer
• 15-liter steel tank (must be reserved in advance)
  • 70 USD/week
  • 80 USD for 9 days
  • 90 USD for 10 days
  • 100 USD for 12 days
• Trips to private islands (these islands require a small admission fee)
• Additional dives
• Private dive guide (price upon request)
• Diving courses (please register 7 days before the start of the safari, as course availability depends on the itinerary)
• Medical and dive insurance (DAN dive insurance can be arranged directly on board)
• Wi-Fi internet access
  • $50 for 7 nights
  • 75 USD for 9 nights
  • 100 USD for 10 nights
  • 110 USD for 12 nights
• Rental equipment
• Alcohol, soft drinks, and juices
• Flight to/from Male
• On board, we accept cash in USD and EUR, as well as Visa and MasterCard (plus a 4% processing fee on the total amount)
• Please bring enough USD in cash for payments on board!

Cabins:
The lower deck features four large double cabins (each with one double bed and one single bed), one junior suite (one double bed and one single bed, bathroom with shower and tub), and two standard cabins (each with two single beds). The three suites on the upper deck (each with a large double bed) also feature panoramic windows and an LCD monitor with a CD/DVD player. All cabins are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, a minibar, a bathroom with large shower stalls (soap, shampoo, and shower gel are provided; hair dryers are available upon request), and smoke detectors.

Meals:

Meals are served buffet-style. The menu is varied and offers something for every taste.

Salon / Restaurant:
The air-conditioned salon/restaurant, bar, and lounge offer plenty of space to relax and entertain yourself with TV and CD/DVD. Wi-Fi is also available.

Sun Decks:
The spacious sun deck features sun loungers, beanbag chairs, and a Jacuzzi. The sun deck is perfect for relaxing between dives and stargazing at night. On the aft outdoor deck, meals can also be enjoyed al fresco at a large table.

Diving:
The 19-meter-long, very comfortable support dhoni carries the diving equipment, compressors, and tanks (13-liter aluminum with DIN/Int) as well as weights. PADI courses can be taken on board by prior arrangement. English and Italian are spoken on board!

Routes are weather-dependent and may change on short notice! The three experienced guides will always strive to take you to the best dive sites, weather and diving experience permitting!

Group Offer:

When booking nine paying guests, the tenth person stays free (standard cabin) but pays the incidental fees.
When booking 14 paying guests, the 15th and 16th persons stay free (standard cabin) but pay the incidental fees.

Discounts (not available for full charters) for a third person in a Standard Double or Junior Suite:

• Adult/Teenager: 20% off the safari price; Child (under 12 years): 50% off the safari price

We strongly recommend purchasing travel, medical, and pandemic insurance to avoid financial losses in the event of a booking cancellation. Diving insurance (MUST be purchased by all divers). Temporary DAN insurance can be purchased directly on board (prices upon request)