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Nitrox DivingPaid nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving if you are happy to pay for it. The benefits include extended bottom times so you can spend longer on each dive.
Dietary Requirements Catered ForThe onboard chefs will cater for specific dietary requirements, e.g. food allergies like gluten or lactose intolerance, and religious beliefs. This means you can enjoy the onboard meals. You are advised to add any dietary requirements to your special requests at step 2 of the booking form, but limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies.
Diving CoursesThis liveaboard does not offer diver training courses.
Scuba Gear RentalYou can rent scuba gear on this dive boat so you benefit from being able travel light and simply rent all your scuba equipment once onboard.
InternetThere is no WIFI or internet available on this liveaboard.
Ensuite CabinsCabins on this dive boat benefit from having ensuite bathrooms, so you can shower and get ready in private (Check when booking that the cabin you choose has an ensuite bathroom).
Aircon CabinsEach cabin has air-conditioning, which means you can choose your own cabin temperature for personal comfort and a good nights sleep.
Private CharterThis liveaboard does not offer private charters.
DIN AdaptersIf you have DIN regulators do not worry as this liveaboard has DIN to Yoke regulator adaptors onboard.
Relaxing between dives
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Liveaboard Review Introduction
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Liveaboard Know Before You Go
Liveaboard.com Booking linkBoat typeDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Dive coursesDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)
991723618901Know Before You GoThe MV Iruvai Liveaboard "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" summary is to help you choose the right boat for diving The Maldives:IntroductionAll-inclusive trip with up to 17 dives on the MV Iruvai Maldives liveaboard from £146/day ($184/€169) & rated 10. Up to 18 divers on a 30m 98f steel-hull dive boat with 9 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkMV IruvaiBoat Attributes30m (98f) : 9 cabins + 10 bathrooms for 18 guests.Boat typeSteel-Hull BoatDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesNODiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)20-35 logged divesPrices starting at£146/($184/€169)* per day. *Exchange rate used: GBP to USD: 1.26; GBP to Euro 1.16.Type of DestinationIndian OceanDiving Destinations (Area 1)*Ari Atoll, North Ari Atoll, North Male Atoll, South Ari Atoll, South Male Atoll.Diving Destinations (Area 2)*Diving Destinations (Area 3)*Diving Destinations (Area 4)*Feedback WelcomeFeedback Welcome: Please let me know in the comments below what additional information would be useful to "Know Before You Go" and "Know Before You Book" on the MV Iruvai liveaboard.*Important NoteBefore you choose your departure date: Please carefully review and choose the right itinerary for the Maldives dive sites you want to dive from the MV Iruvai liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your MV Iruvai liveaboard trip. 8 steps to follow: 1. Select an itinerary; 2. Choose your cabin; 3. Select number of people in your party; 4. Enter your email address and confirm; 5. Your trip will be held by the liveaboard operator until your dates are confirmed. 6. You'll receive a booking confirmation by email allowing you 2-3 days before payment is due; 7. Book your flights to Maldives; 8. Pay for your MV Iruvai liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe MV Iruvai Liveaboard is a 30m (98f) Maldives boat for diving safaris for up to 18 guests enjoying 9 cabins and 10 bathrooms. This Maldives liveaboard has a customer review rating of 10.0 out of 10 and is rated 'Exceptional' (SDE Lux Rating 71%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 71% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for an exceptional Maldives liveaboard safari, you might like to choose the MV Iruvai diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Maldives diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe MV Iruvai liveaboard has a customer review rating of 10.0 out of 10, and and customers have rated the MV Iruvai Liveaboard "Exceptional".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 5 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 6 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 5 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 4 out of 7, Food Luxury: 10 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 7 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 37 out of 52, or 71% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Maldives MV Iruvai Liveaboard costs from £146 per day ($184/€169)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the MV Iruvai Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the MV Iruvai Liveaboard include: no diving courses, no internet, not available for charter.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe MV Iruvai liveaboard is 30 metres (98 feet) long, has 9 cabins and 10 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 18 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the MV Iruvai Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: MV Iruvai).
More about liveaboard discountsIf you want to find out more about how liveaboard discounts work, and in particular about discounted liveaboard trips for the MV Iruvai Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the MV Iruvai Liveaboard you can do this here: MV Iruvai
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.26 and for GBP to Euro is 1.16. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Iruvai Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Iruvai.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Maldives MV Iruvai liveaboard, please take a moment to check any discounts or last minute deals in the list below. (Note: if no liveaboard discounts are listed below, unfortunately this means there are no current deals or discounts available for the MV Iruvai dive boat). Please bookmark this page and check back another time. Alternatively, please check this article here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the MV Iruvai, it's possible to find liveaboard discounts in excess of 25%. If no discounts appear above, you may find last minute deals in the itinerary section marked as "X% Special Discount", as per the above image here: MV Iruvai.
Liveaboard Diving
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Liveaboard Luxury Features Review
Liveaboard Luxury FeaturesThe 'Liveaboard Luxury Rating' or "SDE Lux Rating" concept is to help you choose the right diving liveaboard for your Maldives dive trip. This means you can compare this liveaboard with other liveaboards on a like-for-like basis, and makes choosing the right liveaboard much easier.
SDE Luxury Rating Total (Max 52/52=100%)The MV Iruvai Liveaboard has 37 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 71%) possible benefits and features. This total of 71% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 5 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (56%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: NO; Dive Deck: NO: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: NO; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: NO.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 6 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (67%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: NO; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: NO; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: YES; Outside Showers: NO; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (71%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 4 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (57%) features, and include: Beach Towels: YES, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: NO; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: YES.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 10 out of 11 'Food Features' (91%) and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: YES; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: YES; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: YES; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: YES; (Meal options include: Al Fresco Dining, Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 7 out of 9 'Drink Features' (78%) and include: Bar: YES; Beer Available: YES; Drinking Water: YES; Fine Wines: YES; Free Soft Drinks: NO; Free Wine With Dinner: NO; Soft Drinks: YES; Tea And Coffee: YES; Wine Available: YES.
Example of Cabins
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Customer Reviews of Liveaboard
Customer ReviewsThe MV Iruvai liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Better then expected. On the trip we saw everything you can see in Maldives: 3 whale sharks, 30 manta rays, schools of white , black tip sharks, grey reef sharks, tiger shark, guitar shark, school of spinner sharks, giant hammerhead. The crew took us on the best dive sites, and almost everywhere we were the only boat. Staff was kind and they did everything for us. The room was very comfortable. The only thing I would change is about food. I would like to have more local food and fish dishes and less Eurpean. Otherwise 10/10 Will come back.” Recommended for: Dives, dive guide Sam, staff.
Customer Review ByTjaz K, from: Slovenia scored the MV Iruvai 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Iruvai.
Customer Review Byfrom: scored the MV Iruvai out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Iruvai.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe MV Iruvai Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: MV Iruvai to find out how to get from to join the MV Iruvai Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the MV Iruvai liveaboard don't necessarily tie in with the videos directly below the itinerary heading. The itineraries are examples of dive trips offered by this liveaboard, and the videos are examples of videos taken when diving from the MV Iruvai dive boat.
Itinerary 1 TitleDiving in Maldives on MV Iruvai! 7 days on the MV Iruvai, 20 divers, 18 dives, TONNES of FUN! Great dives and even more amazing company! This trip was made even more amazing with the fun-loving crew of MV Iruvai! Looking forward to more amazing dives in t
TitleDiving Maldives Feb 2014 on MV IRUVAI - Maldives liveaboard in Sout Male Atoll, Felidu Atoll, Ari Atoll and Rasdu Atoll.
Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 17 times in total on the MV Iruvai liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the MV Iruvai liveaboard for your scuba diving trip to Maldives, make sure you select the right itinerary for your diver certification level. Different itineraries include the following alternative PADI certification levels (or equivalent): No Scuba Diving Certification Needed: NO; Open Water Diver: YES; Advanced Open Water Diver: NO.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the MV Iruvai liveaboard for your dive trip to Maldives, make sure you select the right itinerary for how many logged dives you've done. Itineraries on the MV Iruvai liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 3-5 logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: YES; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: NO; Minimum 60 logged dives: NO; Minimum 80 logged dives: NO; Minimum 100 logged dives: NO.
Type of DivingThe type of diving experienced from the MV Iruvai Liveaboard includes: Coral Gardens, Deep Dives, Drift Diving, Marine Life, Night Dives, Pinnacles, Wall Diving, Warm Water Diving, Wreck Diving, Swim-Through's and Caverns.
Marine Life SpeciesThe sea life you might see on your Maldives liveaboard dive trip depends on the time of year you choose to dive, and on which Maldives liveaboard and liveaboard itinerary you book. But ultimately the sea creatures you see when scuba diving is always down to nature itself. With these parameters in mind, the marine life you may spot when scuba diving on the MV Iruvai Liveaboard in Maldives might include:
SharksYou may see the following sharks species: Blacktip Reef Sharks, Blue Sharks, Bull Sharks, Great Hammerhead Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, Leopard Shark, Nurse Sharks, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Scalloped Hammerhead Sharks, Short Fin Mako Sharks, Silky Sharks, Silver Tip Sharks, Thresher Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Whale Sharks, Whitetip Reef Sharks, Zebra Shark.
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Ray SpeciesYou may see the following rays species: Blue Spotted Stingrays, Manta Rays, Mobula Rays, Spotted Eagle Rays, Sting Rays, Marble Rays.
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Fish SpeciesYou may also see the following fish species: Batfish, Barracudas, Clownfish (Anemonefish), Dogtooth Tuna, Frogfish, Flounder, Garden Eels, Giant Trevallies, Glassfish, Groupers, Humphead Parrotfish, Jack Schools, Lionfish, Moray Eels, Napoleon Wrasse, Parrot Fish, Pipefish, Porcupine Fish, Red Snappers, Reef Fish, Sailfish, Sea Horses, Spanish Mackerel, Surgeonfish, Trigger Fish, Yellowfin Tuna.
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Other Marine Life & Bird SpeciesYou may see the following marine and bird life: Barrel Sponges, Crabs, Cuttlefish, Giant Clam, Hard Corals, Jellyfish, Lobsters, Mantis Shrimp, Octopus, Soft Corals, Starfish, Turtles.
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Marine Mammal SpeciesYou might encounter the following mammals: Blue Whales, Dolphins, Pilot Whales.
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Liveaboard Cost and Booking
Included In The PriceThe price that starts at £146/Day ($184/€169) for booking the MV Iruvai liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Fishing, Fuel Surcharge, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Jacuzzi/Hot Tub, Land Excursions, Night Dives, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the MV Iruvai liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Soft Drinks.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the MV Iruvai liveaboard: Environment Tax, Gratuities.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length30 metres (98 feet).
Maximum Guests18
Cabins and BathroomsThe MV Iruvai dive boat has 9 cabins and 10 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe MV Iruvai has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: YES.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 0 out of 3 (i.e. 0%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving NO; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 2 out of 3 (i.e. 67%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: NO; Camera Station: YES; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: YES.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 5 out of 17 (i.e. 29%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: YES; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: YES; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: NO; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: NO; Spa: NO; Stand Up Paddle Boards: NO; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 1 out of 2 (i.e. 50%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: NO.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The MV Iruvai liveaboard has 3 out of 6 (i.e. 50%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: NO, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; YES.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the MV Iruvai liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Spanish.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 17 dives on the MV Iruvai Maldives liveaboard from £146/day ($184/€169) & rated 10 + SDE Lux Rated 71%. Up to 18 divers on a 30m 98f steel-hull dive boat with 9 cabins, 10 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, paid nitrox, scuba gear rental. Click MV Iruvai for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the MV Iruvai diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Maldives you can do this here: MV Iruvai. But if you want to compare this Maldives liveaboard with one of the other liveaboards from Maldives, please take a look at the table below.
* NoteThe above cost per day was correct at the time of producing this article. Also, the exchange rate used for GBP to USD is 1.26 and for GBP to Euro is 1.16. For an up-to-date cost for the MV Iruvai Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Iruvai.
Hope you enjoyed this review about this liveaboard
Comments or QuestionsIf you have more questions either about snorkelling or scuba diving (or specifically about the MV Iruvai Maldives Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
Please SharePlease share details about the experience you had on the MV Iruvai Liveaboard. Tell us about the dive sites you dived, the time of year of your trip, what marine life you saw, the visibility, the weather and any currents you experienced. Your comments will add to this MV Iruvai Liveaboard review, and they will help other scuba divers decide if this is the right Maldives liveaboard for them.
Have Fun & Be SafeThere will also be many more pages and articles about scuba diving and scuba diving safety tips (and on snorkelling too) for you to read and learn about this fabulous sport. Please don't forget to rate the MV Iruvai liveaboard above if you've already dived in Maldives from this dive boat, but also make sure you have fun and be safe.
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Article written by Russell Bowyer who has been a scuba diver since diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia in 1989. After his first dive he trained as a BSAC diver in the UK. He attained his Diver Leader certification with BSAC. He then went on to become a scuba diving instructor, teaching others how to dive and was voted as Diving Officer and Treasurer for the Saffron Walden BSAC club too. Russell has dived all over the world, including the UK, on liveaboards in the Red Sea, the Caribbean, South Africa and the USA. Russell is experienced in all dive types, including drift diving, deep dives that involved decompression stops and recreational dives too.
