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Carpe Novo
Deep South
01 Jan 2030 · 10 nights · Indian Ocean, Maldives
11 twin cabins available
Carpe Novo is a luxury liveaboard built by divers for divers. From the moment you step on board, you know you're in for an incredible trip, where your every whim is catered for. Lovingly crafted, no detail has been overlooked. Speed your way to di ...
Carpe Novo is a luxury liveaboard built by divers for divers. From the moment you step on board, you know you're in for an incredible trip, where your every whim is catered for. Lovingly crafted, no detail has been overlooked. Speed your way to dive sites on the huge 18m diving dhoni (boat) and then head back to Carpe Novo where the relaxation begins. Many of the staff have been with the fleet since the very beginning - your holiday is in safe hands with Carpe Novo. Over a spacious 43m and 3 decks, you will find 12 tastefully finished cabins. Take your pick of the individually named cabins. Downstairs you will find Turtle, Dolphin, Barracuda and Napoleon, each with a queen bed and single alongside. Frogfish and Octopus are twin bedded. Single divers will love the 2 dedicated single cabins, Eagle ray and Manta ray, on the main deck. Move to the upper deck where you find the 4 junior suites. Thresher shark and Hammerhead have a comfy king size bed, whilst Whaleshark and Tiger shark can be arranged as a twin or double. The views from the main deck and upper deck cabins are sublime. No matter which rooms you pick, all have smart TV/HD linked to a media centre with plenty movies on offer, AC, storage space, desk and thoughtfully finished en-suite bathrooms. Wifi operates throughout. Please remember to discuss your cabin requirements at the time of booking - a specific cabin will be allocated so you know exactly where you will be on board. As you move from the stern sitting area through towards the saloon, the sheer size of Carpe Novo hits you. The width is impressive and throughout rooms are generously proportioned. The cool, inviting indoor lounge area has a large flat screen TV and entertainment system and library. Just in front outside is a comfortable and relaxing outdoor shaded seating area - watch for dolphins! On the upper deck is the the al-fresco dining area where guests will be served delicious meals. The crew will keep your thirst quenched from the fully stocked bar and there's yet more space to relax with your book. The fly deck is one of the most popular hang out spots. The banked seating are shaded, whilst the loungers are ideal for sun lovers. Grab your sundowner and head here for spectacular views of the setting sun at the end of another fabulous day in the Maldives. Recreational nitrox mixes will be free of charge for all certified divers. As of April 2026 a fuel surcharge will apply to all Carpe Fleet departures A fuel surcharge shall apply and is subject to change in line with prevailing Maldives fuel pricing: Carpe Novo liveaboard US$28 per person, per night If fuel prices fall below US$ 1.00 per litre (as per Maldives fuel pricing), no fuel surcharge shall be applied. Should fuel prices exceed above US$ 2.00 per litre (as per Maldives fuel pricing), the Company reserves the right to revise the surcharge accordingly, with updated pricing to be advised.
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The Deep South itinerary dives Addu Atoll, Fuvahmulah Island, Huvadhu Atoll in the Maldives - a seasonal route from December to March
Our Deep South itinerary will take you to down to the the southerly atolls in the Maldives on a liveaboard holiday that is anything but ordinary. Get in on the shark action of the secluded southern dive sites between Addu, Fuvamulah and Huvadhoo. Spend a week in isolated paradise as you dive these remote south atolls looking for the ocean's larger inhabitants - tiger sharks, silver tips, grey reef sharks and even whalesharks.
The best way to dive the southern atolls is to combine your liveaboard with a domestic flight. Some trips will include 2 domestic flights, please see individual trips for more details. Where trips do not include domestic flights, please speak to your travel consultant who will be able to book these.
On this itinerary you will dive Fuvamulah, Huvadhu and Addu atolls, with opportunities for drift dives, manta cleaning stations, and pelagic action. Prepare to come face to face with sharks. The lagoon inside Huvadhoo is one of the deepest in the Maldives and the shifting currents are ideal for shark sightings, including whalesharks, Silkies, hammerheads and grey sharks are all seen most weeks. Dive into world-class channels likes Vilingilli, Koodoo, Nilandhoo and Mareehaa ad explore the deep waters that house a plethora of marine life including dolphins, turtles, guitar fish and more. Fuvamulah is a predators playground with incredible marine encounters especially with Tiger, silky, silver tip and thresher sharks on the south plateaux. If you're lucky, you may also encounter rare sightings such as sailfish, mola mola (SunFish) and large schools of Tuna. These are the kind of sightings that will make your dive log stand out!
Discover the WW2 wreck, HMS British Loyalty, piece of history in Addu Atoll. Plus visit majestic manta cleaning stations at Maa Kandu and enjoy a relaxing drift dive at Demon corner, a perfect way to begin or end your trip.
On southern itineraries there are typically up to 3 dives a day and no night diving.
Due to the remote nature of the dive sites, the Deep South itinerary is for experienced divers (100+ dives) and there is a good focus on drift diving. The Deep South itinerary will suit any diver that has explored the north and central Maldives but not yet ventured this far south. Think you have dived the Maldives? Think again!
A note from Emperor Maldives and Carpe Diem Cruises: we believe in providing as authentic an experience with nature as possible. We do not believe it is appropriate to chum/bait for, nor feed, sharks and therefore will not dive or promote the experience known as Tiger Zoo in Fuvahmulah Atoll. We dive Fuvahmulah and regularly encounter Tiger Sharks there, as well as at other spots on our itineraries, and we believe these offer a far more natural experience.
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Get away from the crowds on this advanced itinerary on board the luxurious Carpe Novo. After landing in Male you will be taken to the boat and the adventure begins. Carpe Novo offers on average 17/18 dives during a 7 day trip or 26/27 dives during a 10 night trip. Night dives are not possible on Southern itineraries. All diving is from a dhoni tender, with 12lt tank, weights and Nitrox included. The package is based on a standard cabin on a full board basis (twin/double share cabin) - cabin upgrades available. Tea, coffee and drinking water are included in your package as well as 2 x domestic flights. All trips are fully guided. Excluded are alcohol, fruit juice, soft drinks, additional kit hire, any on board souvenirs and excess baggage on the domestic flights. Please let us know if you would like to prebook any diving courses on board or have any dietary requirements.
This holiday excludes international flights to Male. We are able to add international flights with a wide range of airlines, including regional departures. Please ask your consultant for competitive quote for any flight option. Do not book any flights until your boat space is confirmed by Scuba Travel. Transfers operate at fixed times.
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