Top quality Diving & Surf Charter - Horizon III - North, Central and South, Male. Maldives
INTRODUCTION
Top Quality Diving & Surf Charter – Horizon III is the most respected safari boats in the Maldives, twelve cabins are available in a twin-engine yacht for 22 to 24 surfers and/or divers. It offers you a very rare average ratio of 1 dive master for 6 divers focused on quality and safety. Facilities include wifi, air conditioning, sun deck, spa, bar, restaurant and on deck jacuzzi.
Our highly trained and dedicated staff will guide you the best surf spots of the day or to find mantas, tiger sharks, thresher, whale sharks, hammerhead & reef. Massages are also available with an experienced ayurvedic therapist from Sri Lanka.
We are here to make your dream holiday a reality. Whether you are visiting the Maldives to get away from the stress of life or cold and dull climate in order to enjoy the warmth of Maldivian sun and the tranquility of a paradise, we are here to serve you, over 20 years’ experience in travel and tourism industry and is registered with Ministry of Tourism and Maldives Tourism Promotion Board.




















THE ACCOMMODATION
Top quality Diving & Surf Charter – Horizon III
The fiberglass twin-engine yacht is among the best & safest boats in the Maldives. Consecutive award-winning crew offers great ambiance and take you to the best spots of the season for diving. Yacht with 12 Cabins with capacity for 22 to 24 Divers, restaurant, bar- fully provided with favorite drinks, spa, and sun deck.
Facilities
- 20-meter tender dhoni with electric 3 compressors and nitrox system
- Jacuzzi
- There are 5 separate locations on the boat for guests to enjoy the Horizon.
- The yacht accommodates 3 deluxe and 9 standard cabins and the living lodgings
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Spa
- Sun deck
- All rooms are fully air-conditioned
- Ensuite bathroom with a hot and cold shower
- Dining: Full board Buffet menu is served.
- FREE tea, coffee all day.
- Dive Dhoni: Complimentary tea, coffee, and water are always available on board.
- You can also buy liquor from the bar.
STANDARD DOUBLE CABINS
- Located in the lower deck
- Double or twin beds
- Remote controlled air conditioning
- Plenty of storage
- A wardrobe
- Shelving
- A mirror
- A small table
DELUXE CABINS
- Located in the upper deck
- Large Seaview windows
- Massage showers & bathtub
- 1 Queen Bed
- Remote controlled air conditioning
- Plenty of storage
- A wardrobe
- Shelving
- A mirror
- A small table
Services
- All beds have Duvets, bed covers, and Bed Linen
- Beach towels, shower towels are regularly/daily changed
- Wifi
- Power Socket Adapters station
Meals
- Buffets, nationality favorite food, and draught beer along with a comprehensive drinks menu are offered.
Boat specifications
- Length 36 meters/Width 09.50 meters
- Engine 2 engines x 360 HP DOOSAN Daewoo (Dual Screw)
- Certified: Inspected and Certified by Ministry of Transport Male’, Maldives
- Navigation: Compass, Maps, GPS
- Speed: 10 to 14 Knots
- Generators: AC 220V, 50Hz (British Sockets), 77 Kw DOOSAN x 85Kz DOOSAN
- Water Maker: 2 x 6 ton per day Aqua Reef
- Diesel 8 Ton
- Tender – 1: 18 meter Dhoni with 3 crew for transfers, diving or surfing or excursions etc
- Tender – 2: 06 meter Boston Whaler with the outboard engine for surfing and excursions
THE ACTIVITIES
Scuba Diving
Dive untouched reefs, beautiful caves and overhangs covered with soft corals, colourful sponges, invertebrates and gorgonian fans, and experience adrenalin packed shark dives in some of the best areas to see hammerheads and grey reef sharks.
- Go north to Baa for mantas – south to Thaa for sharks, central for a taste of everything
- Manta cleaning stations, whale sharks, hammerhead, reef, thresher & tiger sharks
- The yacht has 4 dive masters
- The average dive ratio is 6 divers
- We are working with UNDP to contribute towards environmental sustainability and protect our coral reef.
- We have introduced Draught beer and water dispenser on board to reduce cans and water bottles.
- We care about Coral Reef and marine life.
- Divers who dive with u are also part of that contribution towards environmental sustainability.
Surf the Huvadhoo (Southern)
From May to September
Not as busy as other surf breaks, most secluded and idyllic spots in the Maldives
Surf Spots (Beacons, Castaways, and Tiger Stripes)
Powerful waves, barreling down fast. Hard on to a fringed an eerily shallow reef – a common feature of southern surf spots.
Beacons
Type: Reef
Waves: Right
Best wind direction: N-NW
Best Swell: SW
Surf level: advanced surfers or at least daring intermediates.
Tiger Stripes
Type: Reef
Waves: Left
Best wind direction: N-NW
Best Swell: SW
Surf level: experienced intermediate
Castaways
Type: Reef
Waves: Right
Best wind direction: N
Best Swell: SW
Surf level: Experienced intermediate
Other activities
- Snorkeling
- Sunset fishing
- Trolling fishing
- Stand Up Paddleboard
- Island Hopping
- Excursion to Malè City (only during trips in Central Atolls)
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
Location
99% of Maldives is the Ocean and only 1% from the island comprising of 1200 beautiful coral islands in 26 major atolls. We will go to the best spots of the season, from South to North.
Getting Here
Male Airport (MLE) Male airport is an island just dedicated to the airport. Scheduled & charter flights: Qatar Airways, Martin Air, Condo, Eurofly, Lufthansa, LTU, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lanka Airlines, Air Swiss, Air France, British Airways.
Visitors are issued a 30 day tourist visa upon arrival, regardless of their nationality
PRICES & PACKAGES
DATES AND RATES
SURFING RATES
Price per night is calculated from the first arrival of guest or first flight arrival time x 24 hours.
Period |
Minimum 10 guests (US$) |
Extra Person |
May to September 2019 |
$1895.00 |
$99.00 |
INCLUDED:
- Full board 3 meals, i.e. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Free tea and coffee throughout the day.
- A mineral water bottle (free 1500ml) per person per day and mineral water dispenser available.
- One beer or soft drink for Lunch & Dinner per person per day.
- Transfers from Domestic Airport to Boat (return).
- Surfing from 0630 to 1700 hrs.
- Local style fishing with line & baits.
- Services of professional surf guidance on board.
- Uninhabited island BBQ dinner (if time and weather permits & subject to the group’s majority decision).
- Island hopping, resort visits and cruising (subject to the group’s majority decision).
EXTRA:
- We recommend to buy travel insurance.
- All above rates are subject to 12% T-GST (Maldives Government Tax)
- Green Tax of US$6.00 per person per night
- A service charge of US$11 per guest per day is recommended to be paid (US$77 per week) by cash to crew. If you are happy could pay more.
- Full-fledged bar at extra charge (TGST taxes will be applied).
- Photography or memory album can be made at extra cost by requesting at time of booking (approximately US$100 per person for photo CD).
- Wifi
DIVING RATES 2020
Rate per PERSON per 7 nights in USD
Arrival |
Departure |
Nights |
Schedule |
Available |
05 Jul 20 |
12 Jul 20 |
7 |
Male, Vaavu, Ari, North Male |
$2100.00 Standard $2730.00 Deluxe |
06 Sept 20 |
13 Sept 20 |
7 |
Male, Vaavu, Ari, North Male |
$2100.00 Standard $2730.00 Deluxe |
13 Sept 20 |
20 Sept 20 |
7 |
Male, Vaavu,Ari, North Male |
$2100.00 Standard $2730.00 Deluxe |
04 Oct 20 |
11 Oct 20 |
7 |
Male, Vaavu, Ari, North Male |
$2100.00 Standard $2730.00 Deluxe |
13 Dec 20 |
20 Dec 20 |
7 |
Laamu to Huvadhoo |
2422 USD – Standard 3052 USD – Deluxe |
20 Dec 20 |
27 Dec 20 |
7 |
Huvadhooto Addu |
2422 USD – Standard 3052 USD – Deluxe |
27 Dec 20 |
03 Jan 21 |
7 |
Addu, Fuvahmulah, Adu |
2422 USD – Standard 3052 USD – Deluxe |
DIVING DATES&RATES 2021
*Full Charter Only
Arrival | Departure | Nights | Schedule | Available |
03 Jan 21 | 10 Jan 21 | 7 |
Addu, Fuvahmulah, Addu |
$2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
07 Feb 21 | 14 Feb 21 | 7 | Addu – Huvadhoo | $2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
14 Feb 21 | 21 Feb 21 | 7 | Addu – Huvadhoo | $2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
04 Apr 21 | 11 Apr 21 | 7 | Addu – Huvadhoo | $2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
11 Apr 21 | 18 Apr 21 | 7 | Huvadhoo – Laamu | $2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
18 Apr 21 | 25 Apr 21 | 7 | Laamu to Male | $2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
25 Apr 21 | 02 May 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | $2681.00 Standard $3311.00 Deluxe |
09 May 21 | 16 May 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
13 Jun 21 | 20 Jun 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
20 Jun 21 | 27 Jun 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
27 Jun 21 | 04 Jul 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
25 Jul 21 | 01 Aug 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
01 Aug 21 | 08 Aug 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
08 Aug 21 | 15 Aug 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
15 Aug 21 | 22 Aug 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
22 Aug 21 | 29 Aug 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
29 Aug 21 | 05 Sep 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
05 Sep 21 | 12 Sep 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
12 Sep 21 | 19 Sep 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
19 Sep 21 | 26 Sep 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
26 Sep 21 | 03 Oct 21 | 7 | Male – Ari – Vaavu – Male* | On Request |
INCLUDED:
√ 7 nights’ accommodation
√ 6 days of diving (17 dives including night dive)
√ Full Board (Buffet) 3 meals per day & afternoon snack
√ Unlimited drinking water, tea & American coffee & fresh fruit (bananas)
√ Group transfer from airport by Dhoni
√ 12 liter tanks and weights
√ Dive guide
√ 1 Free Scuba Try in the lagoon (from 8 years old) for non-divers· Snorkelling assisted
√ One or two sunset fishing during the week
√ Trolling fishing during navigation
√ Use of the SUP (Stand Up Paddle board)
√ Excursions, island hopping
√ Excursion to Malè City (only during trips in Central Atolls)Excluded
MANDATORY SURCHARGES:
√ Green fees
√ 12% government Maldivian tax on items purchased on board
EXTRA:
√ Domestic flights
√ Nitrox
√ PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox)
√ PADI Advanced Open Water
√ Wifi