To experience the true beauty of the Maldives there is only one way to travel and that is on board a safari boat.
Launched April 2008 Dream Catcher II is the dream safari that will ensure you travel in comfort and ease to your many destinations throughout this marvelous country.
There are many island resorts that can offer you all that you need, but "Dream Catcher II" brings this to you in a truly relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Dream Catcher II provides fantastic accommodation, top class diving, delicious food and dedicated services, all with a spectacular sea view. The cabins are spacious and made from the finest teak interiors and offer the latest facilities such as TV, DVD and music systems.
Dream catcher II has an elegant bar on the top deck which is the perfect location to sit and relax, you can watch the world drift by whilst enjoying a long & cooling cocktail, taking in the sunset and the warm Indian ocean breeze. During your cruise you may wish to visit uninhabited islands, local inhabited islands and sandbanks that are scattered around in the middle of the ocean, the choice is yours.
Dream Catcher II not only offers comfort and relaxation with all the modern facilities that you would wish for whilst in Paradise, she also offers you some of the finest European and Asian cuisines. A different menu is prepared for you everyday, with fresh fruit, fresh fish and meats that will be transformed into amazing mouth-watering meals.
These pearls of the Indian Ocean are situated just South West of Sri Lanka, on the equator. The numerous coral reef islands, 1,190 in total, form an archipelago of 26 major atolls.
The country stretches 820 km north to south and 120 km east to west. Out of the incredibly large number of islands only 200 islands are inhabited, with 89 islands adapted as exclusive resort islands. The climate is generally warm and humid. In the Maldives the sun shines all year round with average temperatures of 29c to 32c.
Divers generally visit the Maldives for the marine life they get the opportunity to see as well as for the rapid drifts that dominate the area. The islands are some distance from land, which means there is an abundance of marine life. Life on the reefs is prolific, but always keep an eye out into the blue, away from the reef into the thermoclines below you - you never know what action you may drift pass! The Maldives are particularly renowned for the large pelagics that visit the area, particularly sharks and rays.
Night dives are a must as the reefs become highly active, with predators on the prowl.
The Maldives wet season is between May and August, during this period reduced visibility may restrict the number of accessible dive sites, however a plankton bloom in May attracts whale sharks and manta rays. The hottest air temperatures are from April to June. December to March has the lowest humidity and the clearest water.
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| 7 night dream catcher II | From £1200 | From £1175 | |
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| 7 NIGHT vilahmendhoo land extension | Cal | Call | |
| Diver | Non-diver | ||
| 7 NIGHT TOUR Eriyadhu land extension | Call | Call | |
Prices are for guidance only. Flights not included, please call for latest flight offers.
Xmas & New Year charters add Gala Dinner compulsory supplement £90 per person
Boat may change due to availability.
Transfers to and from Male airport to M.Y. Dream Catcher II
Sightseeing and shopping excursion around Male day before return flight departure (complimentary)
7 Nights full board (3 meals per day)
Tea, coffee, bottled water and wine at meal times
3 Dives per day over 5 days & 1 night dive per week (additional day & night dives available, booked and paid for locally)
BBQ on uninhibited island, fishing village excursion (not guaranteed, itinerary and weather dependant)
Beverages (other than those complementary at meal times)
Travel & Dive Insurance
Equipment Rental
Personal Laundry
Dream Catcher II offers an extensive selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks for you to purchase while on board. Please be aware that you are not allowed to take your own alcohol into the Maldives, if it will be confiscated, it will not be returned or refunded.
| Extra day dive | $25 |
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| Extra night dive | $35 |
| Underwater filming half/full day including DVD-R | $25/$35 |
| Full Equipment (Reg, BCD, Mask, Fin, Snorkel) | $150 |
| Regulator | $35 |
| B.C.D. | $35 |
| Wetsuit | $35 |
| SMB - Obligatory for diving in the Maldives | $6 |
| Mask – Per day | $2 |
| Fins– Per day | $2 |
| Torch | $35 |
| Snorkel – Per day | $1 |
| Computer – Obligatory for diving in the Maldives | $35 |
| Single Canoe 30 mins | $12 |
| Double Canoe 30 mins | $15 |
Equipment Hire Per Week (6 Days) Payable On Board Bookable In Advance
Dream Catcher II charters operate Monday to Monday, Charter and Schedule flights depart on Sundays. On arrival at Male International you are met by the Dream Catcher II representative and transferred to your liveaboard.
Dream Catcher II does not sail between the hours of 18:00 and 07.00, during these times she will be moored either close to deserted islands, inhabited islands and resort islands, so there is often the opportunity to come ashore for the evening and stretch your legs. When moored on resort islands, with the resorts permission you are often allowed to use the restaurants and bars, of course this is at your own additional cost.
While staying on board Dream Catcher II, all of your diving is undertaken from, and your equipment stored on board the dedicated dive boat (Dhoni) that accompanies the vessel throughout your charter. Your charter starts when you arrive and board on Monday, diving begins on Tuesday morning. During the course of your charter, and included within your tour price you can expect to complete 15 dives (up to 3 dives per day Tuesday to Saturday) & 1 night dive. Your approximate dive timetable would be a morning dive of 7am, then pre-lunch dive at 11am and pre-dinner dive of 3pm, any additional dives can be booked and paid for locally.
Why not compliment your weeks liveaboard adventure by adding an additional week at one of the fabulous land based resort islands ? Whether you want to just lay back on white sandy beaches or continue your diving explorations around these pearls of the Indian Ocean we can find the perfect 4* or 5* island retreat just for you.
The official language is Dhivehi; English and many other European languages are widely spoken.
Muslim.
Time
GMT + 5
220 volts Continental 3-pin plugs are standard on board, but take a European 3 pin adaptor if you are staying on a resort just in case of variation.
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| Air | 28° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 32° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° |
All nationalities require a valid passport (valid for at least six months from the date of entry).
US Dollars are accepted as are Credit Cards (without any added surcharge).
It is recommended that you are immunised against typhoid and polio. Before traveling overseas it is always advisable to speak to your GP or other qualified medical practitioner for further detailed inoculation information.