The Maldives by Cruising Indonesia is an unparalleled liveaboard experience to dive one of the world’s premier diving destinations.
Our program to the Maldives runs during the high season only, that is to say, February/March 2026. Our Maldives dive cruises range from the classic tour in the northern atoll to the south, passing Fohamula and Suvadiva.
The selected liveaboard on this season 2026 is the Blue Shark II Maldives. On board, a team of Western dive instructors and cruise directors, experts about the Maldives and connoisseurs of divers’ interests, will guide you to explore the fascinating Maldivian dive sites.
Prepare for exceptional encounters with large marine animals, whale sharks and manta rays, and dive vibrant coral reefs. Explore diverse dive sites, including channels and pinnacles, reefs and wrecks. Enjoy year-round warm temperatures, excellent visibility, and the chance to dive this lush underwater world from a luxury liveaboard.
The Blue Shark II Liveaboard is a 32m luxury yacht with 10 cabins, standard and suite types, and can accommodate 20 passengers, in 5 standard and 3 deluxe cabins with double beds on the lower deck, 1 standard cabin with a single bunk on the main deck, and 2 super double deluxe cabins on the upper deck. Each cabin has individually controlled a/c and en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold water.
Besides, Blue Shark II offers comfort and privacy with 5 outdoor areas with deck chairs and shades, while indoors is an air-conditioned salon where meals are served buffet style, along with a lounge bar salon boasting a 40″ TV, hi-fi system, and a DVD player.
Scuba diving on Blue Shark II is supported by a spacious dhoni equipped with a diaphragm nitrox compressor, 12-liter aluminum tanks, and 15-liter steel tanks.
(1) From 15 to 22 February 2026, 7-night itinerary, Classic Trip: Central Atolls, itinerary Male-Male. EUR 2030 per person. Single Supp EUR 1200. Deluxe Supp 200. Diving Fees: USD 100 Service Tax. USD 84 Green Tax. USD 80 Nitrox. USD 50 Crew Tips (optional/recommended).
Extreme South trip 2, plus Suvadiva
(2) From 22 February to 4 March 2026, 10-night itinerary, Extreme South Trip 2, from Male to Addu passing by Suvadiva. Exclusive itinerary that no one else can offer. Required: an internal flight, which will take you to Male, connecting with your international flight. EUR 3050 per person. Single Supp EUR 1800. Deluxe Supp 300. Diving Fees: USD 120 Service Tax. USD 130 Green Tax. USD 50 Fuel Surcharge. USD 110 Nitrox. USD 50 Crew Tips (optional/recommended). Connecting domestic flight: Suvadiva->Male EUR 250/300.
Extreme South trip 3, plus Foamulha
(3) From 4 to 15 March 2026, 11-night itinerary, Extreme South Trip 3, from Suvadiva to Male passing by Foamulha. Exclusive itinerary that no one else can offer. Required: domestic flight to the far south where the boat is waiting for you. EUR 3350 per person. Single Supp EUR 1800. Deluxe Supp 300. Diving Fees: USD 140 Service Tax. USD 132 Green Tax. USD 50 Fuel Surcharge. USD 110 Nitrox. USD 50 Crew Tips (optional/recommended). Connecting domestic flight: Suvadiva->Male EUR 250/300.
Classic trip 4, Maldives Central Atolls
(4) From 15 to 22 March 2026, 7-night itinerary, Classic Trip: Central Atolls, itinerary Male-Male. EUR 2030 per person. Single Supp EUR 1200. Deluxe Supp 200. Diving Fees: USD 100 Service Tax. USD 84 Green Tax. USD 80 Nitrox. USD 50 Crew Tips (optional/recommended).
Classic trip 5, Maldives Central Atolls
(5) From 22 to 29 March 2026, 7-night itinerary, Classic Trip: Central Atolls, itinerary Male-Male. EUR 2030 per person. Single Supp EUR 1200. Deluxe Supp 200. Diving Fees: USD 100 Service Tax. USD 84 Green Tax. USD 80 Nitrox. USD 50 Crew Tips (optional/recommended).
the training boat for diving professionals in Indonesia
Enjoy 20% off on the featured Pindito’s dive cruise: Biodiversity & Whale Watching 2025. Pindito’s diving cruises began in Indonesia in 1992, when the Eastern part of the archipelago was devoid of any tourist facilities for thousands of kilometers and completely unknown to divers from around the world. Since then, Pindito has had the privilege of being the first liveaboard built and operated to uncover Indonesia’s Wild East, offering exploratory and adventurous cruises that can last for weeks. In fact, Pindito is considered the training boat for diving professionals in Indonesia, as the best dive guides often come from Pindito. Finally, the spirit of adventure that characterized its history is still present among the crew and owners, driving Pindito Liveaboard to continue exploring new underwater sites in Indonesia.
In 2017, Pindito underwent renovation, transforming the Phinisi dive boat into a luxury liveaboard with modern amenities. Pindito has 6 double and 2 twin cabins. All cabins feature individual climate control and en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold water, a shower, toilet, and vanity. The doubles can be used as singles by adding a top bunk to create a third bed, and accommodate a family with a child or two people who just want an extra surface to store their equipment. The lounge can comfortably accommodate 16 passengers, who also have the alternative of the large sundeck for relaxing hours.
The large dive deck at the bow features storage for gear and personal belongings, rinse tanks, and a camera room with spacious workstations and numerous electric outlets in the charging station, amenities that make Pindito a favorite among professional underwater photographers and videographers. Diving is managed from 3 zodiacs; 3-day dives plus 1 night, according to the itinerary on board.
Pindito dedicates some cruises to the study of cetaceans, always present in Indonesian waters. During the months of the humpback whale migration, the boat follows their main route, seeking interaction with large mammals. The day during these cruises includes two dives in the morning, while the afternoon is dedicated to searching for cetaceans, or vice versa.
Conceived as a Phinisi, the traditional Indonesian wooden sailing boat, Pindito has been built by skilled master carpenters and boat builders from the famous Bugis people of Sulawesi. Restructured in 2017 to meet the expectations of the most demanding underwater photographers and videographers, Pindito features all the comforts of a modern liveaboard.
Type: Phinisi, traditional wooden sailing boat with 2 masts
Length over all: 42 meters
Length over deck: 34 meters
Beam: 8,5 meters
Draft:
Total Displacement:
Sails:
Cruising Speed: 8-9 nudos
Engines: Yanmar 6HA2M-WHT, 350 hp
Generators: 2 x 40 KW
Fuel Capacity: 12000 liters
Water Storage: 8000 liters
Water makers: 10000 liters per day
Voltage: 220v-110v in camera room
Cabins: 8
Bathrooms: 8
Guests: 16
Relax: Lounge. Solarium
Navigation & communication: 2 x radar, 2 x Ecosounder, 2 x GPS, SSB radio, VHS radio, satellite communication Irridium (Seawave), e-mail access
Safety & rescue: 2 x life rafts Venol oxygen unit, O2, Nautilus Lifeline System (emergency call and rescue system for divers)
Scuba Diving: 5:1 diver-to-guide ratio. 40 x 11.2 liter diving cylinders with DIN / INT mono connections, 2x 15 liter diving cylinders with DIN / INT mono connections, Compressors: 2 Mariner Bauer, Nitrox membrane system (32%), Rebreather: 4 Poseidon Discovery MK VI sets
Amenities: TV, DVD / CD player, small library, water ski, wakeboard
The rates of Pindito are per night, per person, in a double cabin shared. The single cabin (not shared) has a supplement of 50%. Non-divers enjoy a 10% discount. Pindito offers special discounts for kids and repeaters. Request a quote in your preferred currency, and we can negotiate the best exchange rate for you: EUR, GBP, CHF, SGD, etc.
Pindito prices: from US$582 per night
What is included?
One night’s transit at the airport hotel upon arrival in Indonesia, courtesy of Cruising Indonesia
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Accommodations on board
Full board: all meals and snacks
Water, tea, and coffee. Soft drinks, beers, and non alcoholic beverages
3 dives a day + 1 night dive according on board program
Excursions according on board program
Tanks and weights
Nitrox
Mandatory surcharges
Diving fees: National park entrance fees & harbour clearance. Fuel surcharge
Optional bookable and payable in advance
International and domestic flights
Complimentary transit nights at the airport hotel before or after your cruise, if you book your flights with Cruising Indonesia
Optional payable on board
Wine and alcoholic beverages
Laundry
Rental Equipment
Dive courses
Tips to the crew
Terms & Conditions
Booking by cabin – Payments
30% of the invoice as deposit for booking confirmation
100% of the invoice must be paid 90 days before cruise departure
Private cruises & charters – Payments
Deposit for booking confirmation: 10%
20% of the invoice must be paid 180 days before cruise departure
100% of the invoice must be paid 90 days before cruise departure
Payment method
All payments must be made by bank transfer or bank deposit according to the payment instructions of our invoice. Reservations and payments must be communicated and send by email.
Cancellation policy
Booking by cabin – Cancellation fees
The confirmation deposit is not refundable
In addition, the cancellation entails the loss of the amounts already paid
Private cruises & charters – Cancellation fees
The confirmation deposit is not refundable
In addition, the cancellation entails the loss of the amounts already paid
A rare opportunity to enjoy 20% off on the featured Pindito’s Dive Cruise: Biodiversity & Whale Watching, and uncover Indonesia’s Wild East on the route Flores-Papua 2025.
Biodiversity & Whale Watching – September 27-October 3, 2025 – 13 nights – USD 7565 -20% Off – USD 6052
Christmas & New Year in Raja Ampat – December 22-January 2, 2026 – 11 nights – USD 6400 -10% Off – USD 5760
Raja Ampat (charter optional) – January 12-23, 2026 – 11 nights – USD 6400 -10% Off – USD 5760
Raja Ampat – January 26-February 6, 2026 – 11 nights – USD 6400 -10% Off – USD 5760
Rent the yacht Pindito for an unmatched experience, with comfortable amenities for divers and non-divers, inclusive offerings like free nitrox, beer, and spirits, and its unique blend of adventure and wildlife experiences, including whale watching. The veteran crew, meticulous maintenance, and flexible itineraries tailored to conditions ensure a personalized and safe journey into Indonesia’s biodiverse waters.
Charter a trip on Pindito and expect surpassing comfort and high-level service, fully catered by a team of 20 crew, including 1 captain, 1 cruise manager, 2 dive guides, and 1 chef.
