Archived trip: This Stuart Scuba Maldives trip ran October 5–12, 2025 and has concluded. Dates, prices, terms and availability below are historical and are not available for booking. See current group trips for upcoming departures.

White Pearl Live-aboard Maldives

Come join Stuart Scuba with Donna and Nick Barrett, our globetrotting trip guides, on a trip of a lifetime to the Magical Maldives!

We have been fortunate to secure space on one of the newest and most luxurious dive yachts in the Maldives, the White Pearl. put into service in 2020, which we have scheduled smack dab in the middle of Manta Ray and Whale Shark feeding season!

This itinerary takes us to the northern atolls AND to Hanifaru bay- ideal for both scuba, divers and snorkelers alike! 

When you are not diving, enjoy the 23 foot Jacuzzi/pool on board the yacht, the luxurious spa, the amazing cuisine, the Beach BBQ, as well as the many opportunities to use the complimentary water toys and optional jet ski… This is truly a boutique Luxury cruise that includes something for everybody!

The White Pearl is a 56.4-meter/183-feet-long luxury liveaboard built in 2020 that takes 26 guests on dive safaris in the Maldives. There are 13 guest rooms, including a Master Suite, Junior Suites, and Deluxe Cabins. Each cabin is equipped with basic amenities and ensuite bathrooms with hot showers. Other home comforts include HD TV sets, satellite TV, and Google Cast. The keypad door lock system ensures convenience and security during your stay. Enjoy delectable meals at the spacious indoor dining area with a cafe and bar. The entertainment salon has televisions, gaming consoles, gym equipment, a spa, and a business center.

Check in Sunday October 5th, 2025

Check out Sunday October 12th, 2025

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What's Included

• 7 nights aboard the vessel;
• 3 guided dives a day (except 2nd last day), 1 night dive
• Full-board accommodation with 3 meals for every full day onboard
• Goods & Services Taxes, Fuel surcharges
• Free drinking water, tea, instant coffee
• 12-liter (80 cu ft) Nitrox diving tanks, weights, and weight belts
• Free Wifi (SIM card can be purchased at the airport)
• An array of activities including beach BBQ, cocktail party, jacuzzi pool, gym,
  snorkeling, paddleboard, kayaking, karaoke, etc.
• Transfers between Male Airport (MLE) to M/Y White Pearl at Male embarkation

Cost

• From $3,090 per person Double Occupancy Cabin
• $1,500 non refundable initial deposit per person on booking
• Non Divers recieve $300 Resort Credit to be used onboard for Bar, Spa, Jet Ski rentals etc. 
• Balance by May 1, 2025

Not Included (Extra)

• Round trip international airfare to/from Male (MLE) airport
• Flight from MY White Pearl disembarkation Hanimaadhoo (HAQ) to Male (MLE) typically $200 per person
• 10% service charge (based on the official cabin rate, replacing crew gratuities)
• Green Tax ($6/person/night x duration of itinerary)
• $30/person/snorkel fee in Hanifaru Bay Marine Park Fee
• Spa treatments and Jetski/Waterski/Wakeboard/Fun tube
• Specialty coffee, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages
• 15-liter (100 cu ft) tank rentals and other dive gear rentals
• Training
• Travel and Dive Insurance (highly recommended)

https://www.diversalertnetwork.org/insurance/dive/

NEARLY SOLD OUT

For General Trip and Cancellation Policy see Standard Travel Agreement and Waiver here:

https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5e18dc94848e7/web/

Note: MY White Pearl does NOT return/disembark at Male. You will disembark morning Oct 12, 2025 at Atoll of Hanimaadhoo (HAQ) an additional flight will be required to return to Male (MLE) for your Return Flight to United States. Before Booking Round Trip Airfares to Male (MLE) consult with you Trip Leaders Donna and Nick Barrett.

Donna +1 703 431 4000

Nick +1 571 438 7588

Questions??

Trip Leaders, Donna Barrett 703 431 4000 and Nick Barrett 571 438 7588

https://www.stuartscuba.com/trips/international-trips

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Are marine-life sightings guaranteed?

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What information should I provide when I inquire?

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