The two identical vessels, Ying & Yang, are the largest of Maldives dive & spa options. They each accommodate up to 40 guests in 10 cabins & 9 suites & dive the Best of Maldives route.
A word from Dom: “Very popular with divers travelling with a non-diving partner. The yoga & spa aspect of these cruises is ideal for the non-diver who is looking for a week of pampering while divers will enjoy the classic highlights of Maldivian waters. Yes, each vessel is like a small cruise ship, so a different experience for the average diver, but exceptionally well managed.” Dominick Macan
4 main deck TWIN / DOUBLE suites
twin or king beds, sitting area, mini-fridge & panoramic window
4 main deck DOUBLE suites
queen bed, sitting area, mini-fridge & panoramic window
1 lower deck DOUBLE / TWIN suite (can be used as a triple cabin)
queen bed + sofa bed … opening port windows
10 lower deck DOUBLE cabins
each with queen bed … 2 port holes (1 cabin has an extra bed)
Each cabin is fully air-conditioned and en-suite & mini-safe.
15 – 17 dives per week (7-night trip) … all from the dive dhoni
12 liter alu tanks
(larger tanks may be available upon request at additonal cost)
scuba gear rental (by advance request)
nitrox available
water temperature: 78 – 82F, 25 – 28C … 3mm wetsuit recommended
accommodation & diving
meals, snacks, water, tea & coffee
compressed air, tanks, weights & weight belts
airport transfers
specified itinerary excursions & 1 GB of wifi per person
morning yoga class
international & domestic airfare
alcoholic beverages
scuba rental gear (by advance request)
nitrox
Green Tax & GST
Scubaspa Ying & Yang were the dream of a diver and his physiotherapist wife who, together, designed the boats to offer something unique for travelers: a combination of serious spa & yoga alongside opportunities for daily diving. The boats are especially well-conceived for couples who don’t both dive
The popular top sun deck features immense space for sunbathing but also includes the secluded Thai massage area and the Jacuzzi. Below that, on the upper deck, you’ll find the outdoor spa and a variety of treatment rooms, plus an aqua-room, a gym (Yang only) and an outdoor bar. On the main deck, you’ll find the restaurant (with open windows, giving it an al fresco ambiance) … plus 6 of the suites. You’ll also access the large swim platform on this deck. On the lower deck, are located the remaining 10 cabins and one suite.
Three buffet-style meals are offered daily but there’s also an a la carte menu … ranging from roast rack of lamb to grilled Atlantic salmon and an authentic sushi bar … all complemented by carefully selected wines and champagnes. Don’t hesitate to let us know your dietary needs.
Scubaspa offers 3 package options: exclusively spa …. exclusively diving … or a combination of the two. You’ll also find fishing rods, paddle boards and kayaks at your disposal … plus beach barbecues; laundry service and Wifi wherever there is connection. Diving, as will most Maldives liveaboards, is done from a dhoni where all your equipment will be housed.
International flights should be booked to Male. If you arrive on the day the cruise departs your transfer from the airport to the boat will be included.
Check-in: Embarkation starts at 14:00 on Saturdays, guests are requested to book their flight tickets accordingly. Please note Saturdays are solely dedicated to collecting all guests from the airport thus neither sailing nor activities like dive, snorkelling or spa treatments are scheduled or organized.
Check-out: There are two standard airport transfers scheduled for Saturday on 7-night holiday – at 7 AM at 8.45 AM. The dive boat will transfer all guests to Velana International Airport near capital Male’.
MACHINERY – MAIN VESSEL
Engines 2 no CAT C9 Acert, 503 BHP
Generators 3 no CAT C4.4, 86 eKW/107KVA
Electricity 24 hr/day 220V/50Hz
Desalination plant 2 no Aquagiv 260 ltr/hr
Sewage plant 1 no RWO Biopur 6, 12 m3/24hrs
Drinking water 1 no Aqualite 1200 + RO purifying system, 2 ltrs/min
RWO – sophisticated marine water technology to biodegrade all waste produced onboard
SPECIFICATIONS
Length 50 m
Beam 11.2 m
Draft 2.5 m
Displacement 327 t
MACHINERY – DIVE DHONI
Engines CAT 7 275 BHP
Generators 1 no
Electricity 220V/50Hz for tank filling
Dive compressors 2 no Bauer PE 250 TE with Air-Kool system. 300 l/min
Nitrox compressor 1 no CompAir ...
Scubaspa Ying and Yang focus on a Best of Maldives itinerary encompassing North and South Ari Atolls, North and South Male, Vaavu Atoll and Rasdhoo, although itineraries change from time to time. Occasionally, you’ll find a Northern Atolls trip on the schedule.
BEST OF MALDIVES – Scubaspa Ying spends the vast majority of her time around Ari Atoll, Male Atoll, Vaavu and Rasdhoo. The inclusion of Vavaau and Rasdhoo is a slightly different route from most Best of Maldives trips. Your itinerary will most likely take you to two to four of the following:
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