Luxury Dive Safari

Experience theAri Queen

Your gateway to the pristine waters of Ari Atoll. Dive with manta rays, whale sharks, and explore the Maldives' most spectacular marine life aboard our 35-meter luxury safari boat.

24 Guests Maximum
12 Luxury Cabins
17 Dives Weekly
About Ari Queen

Your Home on the Ocean

The Ari Queen is a 35-meter luxury dive safari boat designed for ultimate comfort and unforgettable underwater adventures in the pristine waters of Ari Atoll.

Ari Queen Luxury Safari Boat

Luxury Meets Adventure

Built specifically for diving enthusiasts, the Ari Queen combines modern luxury with traditional Maldivian hospitality. Our vessel features state-of-the-art diving equipment, spacious sun decks, and elegantly appointed cabins.

With a maximum capacity of 24 guests, we ensure an intimate and personalized experience. Our expert crew and dive masters have decades of combined experience navigating the rich waters of Ari Atoll, home to manta rays, whale sharks, and vibrant coral reefs.

Whether you're an experienced diver or just starting your underwater journey, the Ari Queen provides the perfect platform for exploring one of the world's premier diving destinations.

Certified Excellence

PADI 5-Star Dive Center Rated

World-Class Amenities

24 Guests

Intimate groups for personalized service

12 Cabins

Spacious en-suite accommodations

17 Dives Weekly

Including 1 thrilling night dive

5-Star Service

Luxury hospitality at sea

Gourmet Dining

Fresh cuisine with ocean views

Expert Guides

Certified dive masters on board

Modern Amenities

Stay connected throughout

35 Meters

Stable & spacious vessel

Rooms & Facilities

Your Home on the Ocean

Experience comfort and luxury aboard Ari Queen with 10 well-appointed cabins and world-class facilities

Cabin Types

Choose from our selection of comfortable cabins

×2

Deluxe Cabin

Spacious cabin with double bed, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and ocean view porthole.

Double BedEn-suite BathroomAir ConditioningOcean View
×2

Suite Cabin

Premium suite with twin beds, private bathroom, climate control, and extra living space.

Twin BedsPrivate BathroomClimate ControlExtra Space
×6

Standard Cabin

Comfortable cabin with twin beds, shared facilities, air conditioning, and storage space.

Twin BedsAir ConditioningStorage SpaceComfortable

10

Total Cabins

2

Deluxe Cabins

2

Suite Cabins

6

Standard Cabins

Onboard Facilities

Everything you need for a perfect voyage

Restaurant

Enjoy delicious international cuisine and local Maldivian dishes in our spacious dining area.

Bar & Lounge

Relax with refreshing beverages and cocktails while watching the sunset over the ocean.

Deck & Walkway

Explore the boat with spacious walkways and deck areas perfect for relaxation.

Season 2025/26

Ari Queen Pricing

Experience world-class diving in the Maldives with transparent, all-inclusive pricing

Cabin Options

All cabins include en-suite bathrooms, individual A/C control, and hot water

Standard Mini

Lower deck with bunk beds

Per person / per week
$1,480.00
Max 2 people
Bunk bed
Ensuite bathroom
Aircon with control in room
Hot water shower
Wardrobe & storage

Includes all taxes and service charge

Standard Twin

Lower deck with twin beds

Per person / per week
$1,627.75
Max 2 people
Twin beds
Ensuite bathroom
Aircon with control in room
Hot water shower
Wardrobe & storage

Includes all taxes and service charge

Deluxe

Main deck with sea view

Per person / per week
$1,774.50
Max 2 people
Double bed
Sea view window
32" flat screen TV
Mini fridge
Aircon with control in room
Ensuite bathroom
Wardrobe & storage

Includes all taxes and service charge

Suite

Upper deck with sea view

Per person / per week
$1,921.50
Max 2 people
Double or twin beds
Sea view window
32" flat screen TV
Mini fridge
Aircon with control in room
Ensuite bathroom
Wardrobe & storage

Includes all taxes and service charge

Charter Options

Book the entire vessel or half the boat for your group

Half Charter

Perfect for medium-sized groups

12 guests

Total per week
$18,648.00

Total cost for entire boat - not per person

Includes all taxes and service charges

Full Charter

Complete vessel for your group

24 guests (Full boat)

Total per week
$31,416.00

Total cost for entire boat - not per person

Includes all taxes and service charges

Equipment Rental

Diving Equipment

Professional diving gear available for rent (per week)

EquipmentRental / WeekLost/Damage
WiFi$10.00-
15L Tank$75.00$350.00
Dive Computer$50.00$50.00
BCD$50.00$50.00
Regulator$50.00$50.00
Wet Suit$50.00$100.00
Mask$35.00$55.00
Fins$35.00$65.00
Fins with Boots$50.00$75.00
Snorkel$10.00$20.00
Torch$10.00$50.00
Nitrox$100.00-
Full Dive Gear$300.00-

Note: All equipment is regularly maintained and serviced. Full dive gear package includes BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, and dive computer at a discounted rate of $300/week.

What's Included

All packages include comprehensive amenities

Accommodation

En-suite cabin with A/C

All Meals

Three daily meals & snacks

Unlimited Diving

17 dives per week including 1 night dive

Dive Dhoni

Dedicated dive support boat

WiFi Access

Available for $10/week

Airport Transfer

Male airport pickup/drop-off

High Season

October - April

Peak diving conditions with best visibility (20-30m), calm seas, and highest concentration of marine life including manta rays, whale sharks, and hammerheads.

Low Season

May - September

Great value diving with excellent conditions, including the famous Hanifaru Bay manta and whale shark aggregations (May-November). Slightly reduced visibility but amazing encounters.

MV Ari Queen

A spacious liveaboard comfortably accommodating up to 24 divers in 12 air-conditioned, en-suite cabins. Operating from Male (Saturday to Saturday), covering the best dive sites of the central Maldivian Atolls including Ari Atoll.

Length
33 meters
Beam
9 meters
Draft
3 meters
Built
2008, Renovated 2014
Capacity
24 divers
Cabins
12 en-suite
Engines
550 HPS Cummins
Generators
40kw soundproof
Water
6 tons/day desalination
Dive Dhoni
Dedicated support boat
Housekeeping
Towels 2x/week, linen 1x/week
Safety
Full emergency equipment

Deck Floor Plan

Ari Queen Deck Floor Plan

Safety & Navigation

Radio & Mobile Communication
Oxygen & First Aid Equipment
Life Jackets & Life Rafts
Fire Suppression System
Safari Routes

Dive Itineraries

Choose your perfect diving route through the Maldives

Best of Maldives
Safari Route

Best of Maldives

Maldives

Experience the ultimate Maldivian diving adventure covering the most spectacular dive sites across multiple atolls.

Multiple AtollsDiverse Marine LifeIconic Dive Sites
Hanifaru Bay
Safari Route

Hanifaru Bay

Maldives

Witness the world-famous manta ray and whale shark aggregations at UNESCO-protected Hanifaru Bay.

Manta RaysWhale SharksUNESCO Site

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Contact us today to reserve your spot on Ari Queen and experience world-class diving in the Maldives.

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