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Video TitleMaldives Blue Force Dive - The perfect mix of traditional Maldivian experience with the best technology in navigation. 4 compressors, 2 membranes, and the best diving equipment.
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 offers diving courses, which means you benefit from being able to advance your diving skills. These training courses are an extra charge.
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.
Liveaboard.com Booking linkBoat typeDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Dive coursesDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)
661723051397Know Before You GoThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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 18 dives on the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Maldives liveaboard from £166/day ($209/€193) & rated 9.3. Up to 26 divers on a 42m 138f steel-hull dive boat with 12 cabins, 12 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, paid internet, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkMV Maldives Blue Force 3Boat Attributes42m (138f) : 12 cabins + 12 bathrooms for 26 guests.Boat typeSteel-Hull BoatDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Advanced Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesYESDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)50 logged dives, 100 logged divesPrices starting at£166/($209/€193)* per day. *Exchange rate used: GBP to USD: 1.26; GBP to Euro 1.16.Type of DestinationIndian OceanDiving Destinations (Area 1)*Addu Atoll (Seenu Atoll) - Deep South of Maldives Southern Hemisphere (One of the best places in the world to dive with Tiger Sharks and Manta Rays), Ari Atoll, Baa Atoll, Central Ari Atoll, Central Atolls, Felidhoo Atoll, Foammulah Plateau South (For tiger sharks; thresher sharks; oceanic mantas; hammerheads; and silky sharks), Fuvahmulah Atoll (Deep South of Maldives Southern hemisphere), Gaafu Alif (Deep South of Maldives Southern hemisphere), Hanifaru Bay (Biosphere Reserve No Diving Snorkeling Only), Laamu Atoll, Meemu Atoll (Mulaku Atoll), North Ari Atoll, North Male Atoll, Rasdhoo Atoll, South Ari Atoll, South Male Atoll, Thaa Atoll, Tiger Harbour or Tiger Zoo - Fuvahmulah Harbour Entrance (fee applicable), Vaavu Atoll (Felidhu 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard is a 42m (138f) Maldives boat for diving safaris for up to 26 guests enjoying 12 cabins and 12 bathrooms. This Maldives liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3 out of 10 and is rated 'Superb' (SDE Lux Rating 58%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 58% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for a superb Maldives liveaboard safari, you might like to choose the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.3 out of 10, and and customers have rated the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard "Superb".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 8 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 5 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 3 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 1 out of 7, Food Luxury: 6 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 7 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 30 out of 52, or 58% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Maldives MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard costs from £166 per day ($209/€193)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, diving courses, paid internet, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard include: no internet, not available for charter.
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard is 42 metres (138 feet) long, has 12 cabins and 12 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 26 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard include: 8 Days/7 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: MV Maldives Blue Force 3).
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 Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard you can do this here: MV Maldives Blue Force 3
* 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Maldives Blue Force 3.
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Maldives MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 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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1899Liveaboard/View OfferMaldives Blue Force 3Deal Date26/10/2024Discount$100 OFFLiveaboard Discount Total£79Price Before Discount£1,647.00Price After Discount£1,568.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourCentral Atolls Classical Route (Male - Male)Group booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryMaldives
1898Liveaboard/View OfferMaldives Blue Force 3Deal Date19/10/2024Discount$100 OffLiveaboard Discount Total£79Price Before Discount£1,647.00Price After Discount£1,568.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourCentral Atolls Classical Route (Male - Male)Group booking discountNon groupLiveaboard CountryMaldives
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the MV Maldives Blue Force 3, 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 Maldives Blue Force 3.
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 Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard has 30 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 58%) possible benefits and features. This total of 58% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 8 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (89%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: YES; Rinse Hoses: NO; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 5 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (56%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; Charging Stations: NO; Custom Built For Diving: NO; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: NO; Outside Showers: NO; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 3 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (43%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: NO; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: NO; Seaview cabins available: NO; TV In Cabin: NO.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 1 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (14%) features, and include: Beach Towels: NO, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: NO; Deck Towels: NO; Internet: NO; Laundry Service: NO; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 6 out of 11 'Food Features' (55%) and include: BBQ Area: NO; Beach BBQ: NO; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: YES; Outdoor Dining: NO; Snacks All Day: YES; Vegan Options: YES; Vegetarian Options: YES; Western Style Food: NO; (Meal options include: Full-board Option).
Drink Luxury (Max 9/9=100%)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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.
Customer ReviewsThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Excellent service offered on Blue Force 3, experienced instructors and guides, good organisation, great food, good equipment and fabulous diving. 3rd time with this company, would definitely recommend.” Seeing the Tiger Sharks, manta rays, guitar shark, turtles, being in a great dive group with an amazing instructor/ guide, Bokarty. It was great to be back on board with Blue Force fleet again.” Recommended for: Instructors/ guides knowledge & experience. Safety. Friendliness of all boat staff. Food. Comfortable cabins.
Customer Review Byjanice H, from: United Kingdom scored the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Maldives Blue Force 3.
”Super awesome live aboard experience. The whole crew, especially the diving guides, are so professional, they made the trip amazing. They took care of divers in details. Truly amazing experience.” Recommended for: Diving guide.
Customer Review ByLee Ning W, from: Hong Kong scored the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 9.6 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: MV Maldives Blue Force 3.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: MV Maldives Blue Force 3 to find out how to get from to join the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 dive boat.
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Dives and Scuba Diver Experience
Number of Dives On TripYou will be able to dive up to 18 times in total on the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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: NO; Advanced Open Water Diver: YES.
Your Logged DivesWhen choosing the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard include the following alternatives: No minimum logged dives: NO; 3-5 logged dives: NO; 10 logged dives: NO; 20 logged dives: NO; 30 logged dives: NO; 40 logged dives: NO; 50 logged dives or more: YES; 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 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), Frogfish, Flounder, Garden Eels, Giant Trevallies, Glassfish, Groupers, Humphead Parrotfish, Jack Schools, Lionfish, Moray Eels, Napoleon Wrasse, 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, 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 £166/Day ($209/€193) for booking the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Cabin Towels, Diving Package, Dive Insurance, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Kayaks, Snacks, Stand-up Paddle Boards, Tea & Coffee, Travel Insurance.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Complimentary Toiletries, Nitrox, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment, Soft Drinks.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard: Environment Tax, Gratuities, Port Fees.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length42 metres (138 feet).
Maximum Guests26
Cabins and BathroomsThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 dive boat has 12 cabins and 12 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe MV Maldives Blue Force 3 has the following cabin types: twin cabins, triple cabins, double cabin with one single bed.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: YES.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: YES; Sidemount Diving NO; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Underwater Photographer Benefits', which include: Camera Room: YES; Camera Station: NO; Separate Rinse For U/W Cameras: NO.
Non-Diver Activities
Non-Diving Activities (Max 17)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 0 out of 17 (i.e. 0%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: NO; Jet Skiing: NO; Kayaks: NO; Land Excursions: NO; Massage: NO; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: NO, 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard has 2 out of 6 (i.e. 33%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: NO, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: YES; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English, Spanish.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 18 dives on the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 Maldives liveaboard from £166/day ($209/€193) & rated 9.3 + SDE Lux Rated 58%. Up to 26 divers on a 42m 138f steel-hull dive boat with 12 cabins, 12 bathrooms + aircon cabins, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, paid internet, scuba gear rental. Click MV Maldives Blue Force 3 for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the MV Maldives Blue Force 3 diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Maldives you can do this here: MV Maldives Blue Force 3. 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 Maldives Blue Force 3 Liveaboard, please visit this link: MV Maldives Blue Force 3.
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 Maldives Blue Force 3 Maldives Liveaboard), please comment below with your questions.
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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 Maldives Blue Force 3 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.
