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Nitrox DivingFree nitrox available, which means you benefit from the many advantages of nitrox diving at no extra charge. 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.
InternetFree WIFI and internet on this liveaboard, so you can get online with your phone or laptop for no extra charge.
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 is available for private charter. If you charter this dive boat you have more flexibility over the choice of dive sites (with the captain's approval), the type of diving and total number of divers/guests onboard (subject to the maximum number of guests onboard - see below).
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 Know Before You Go
Liveaboard.com Booking linkBoat typeDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Dive coursesDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)
581722826613Know Before You GoThe White Pearl 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 White Pearl Maldives liveaboard from £244/day ($307/€283) & rated 9.6. Up to 28 divers on a 56m 184f steel-hull dive boat with 13 cabins, 16 bathrooms + aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, free internet, free nitrox, scuba gear rental.Liveaboard.com Booking linkWhite PearlBoat Attributes56m (184f) : 13 cabins + 16 bathrooms for 28 guests.Boat typeSteel-Hull BoatDiver certification (Depends on itinerary)Advanced Open Water DiverScuba gear rentalYESDive coursesYESDiving Experience (Depends on itinerary)50 logged divesPrices starting at£244/($307/€283)* per day. *Exchange rate used: GBP to USD: 1.26; GBP to Euro 1.16.Type of DestinationIndian OceanDiving Destinations (Area 1)*5 Rocks (South Ari Atoll), Baa Atoll, Bathala Kan Thila (North Ari Atoll), Central Atolls, Dhonfanu Thila (Baa Atoll), Haa Dhaalu Atoll (South Thiladhunmathi Atoll), Hanifaru Bay (Biosphere Reserve No Diving Snorkeling Only), Heaven & Hell Dive Site (Haa Dhaalu Atoll), HP Reef, Kuredu Express (The Shipyard Wreck), Lhaviyani Atoll, Lili Rock, Lupo Thila, Maaya Thila (North Ari Atoll), Maavaru Kandu (Channel), Maaya Thila Night Dive (North Ari Atoll), Miyaru Thila, Nassimo Thila (North Male Atoll), Noonu Atoll, North Male Atoll, Omadhoo Thila, Orimas Thila (Noonu Atoll), Raa Atoll, Rasdhoo Atoll, Rasdhoo Beiru, Rasdhoo Madivaru Channel (North Ari Atoll), Shaviyani 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 White Pearl 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 White Pearl liveaboard.
Booking tipsBefore you book and pay for your flights, you first need your itinerary dates confirmed for your White Pearl 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 White Pearl liveaboard trip. Congratulations, you are about to embark on an amazing adventure!
Liveaboard Quick ReviewThe White Pearl Liveaboard is a 56m (184f) Maldives boat for diving safaris for up to 28 guests enjoying 13 cabins and 16 bathrooms. This Maldives liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.6 out of 10 and is rated 'Exceptional' (SDE Lux Rating 88%*).
* SDE Lux Rating - See Below*SDE Lux Rating 88% - See Liveaboard Luxury Features Review section below.
Liveaboard Review TipsIf you are looking for an exceptional Maldives liveaboard safari, a great choice is the White Pearl diving liveaboard. Here's our quick 7 review tips of why you might like to book this Maldives diving liveaboard boat:
1. Customer RatingThe White Pearl liveaboard has a customer review rating of 9.6 out of 10, and and customers have rated the White Pearl Liveaboard "Exceptional".
2. Scuba Diving Earth Luxury Rating SummaryDiver Benefits: 9 out of 9, Liveaboard Design: 9 out of 9, Cabin Luxury: 7 out of 7, Onboard Comfort: 5 out of 7, Food Luxury: 9 out of 11, Drink Luxury: 7 out of 9. This makes an average Total SDE Lux Rating of 46 out of 52, or 88% (see below under "Liveaboard Luxury Features Review" for more details).
3. Cost Per DayThe Maldives White Pearl Liveaboard costs from £244 per day ($307/€283)* .
4. ProsA quick list of the main pros of the White Pearl Liveaboard include: aircon cabins, available for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, diving courses, free internet, free nitrox, scuba gear rental.
5. ConsA quick list of the main cons of the White Pearl Liveaboard include: .
6. Liveaboard CapacityThe White Pearl liveaboard is 56 metres (184 feet) long, has 13 cabins and 16 bathrooms, which means it can accommodate up to 28 guests/divers.
7. Booking ItinerariesThe booking itineraries for the White Pearl Liveaboard include: 6 Days/5 Nights, 8 Days/7 Nights. (But it's worth checking if more diving itineraries by clicking here: White Pearl).
More about liveaboard discountsIf you want to find out more about how liveaboard discounts work, and in particular about discounted liveaboard trips for the White Pearl Liveaboard, please scroll to the Liveaboard Discount section below.
Discover MoreTo find out more or book the White Pearl Liveaboard you can do this here: White Pearl
* 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 White Pearl Liveaboard, please visit this link: White Pearl.
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Liveaboard Discounts
Last Minute Liveaboard DealsBefore reading more about the Maldives White Pearl 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 White Pearl dive boat). Please bookmark this page and check back another time. Alternatively, please check this article here: Discounted Liveaboards Offers & Last Minute Deals.
Latest Liveaboard Diving Discounts
Deal DateDiscountLiveaboard Discount TotalPrice Before DiscountPrice After DiscountTour DaysLiveaboard Discounted TourGroup booking discountLiveaboard Country
1743Liveaboard/View OfferWhite PearlDeal Date20/10/2024Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£230Price Before Discount£2,298.00Price After Discount£2,068.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBest of The Central Atolls: Male - Ari - Vaavu - Male (Male - Male)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryMaldives
1742Liveaboard/View OfferWhite PearlDeal Date06/10/2024Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£230Price Before Discount£2,298.00Price After Discount£2,068.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBest of Central Atolls (Male - Male)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryMaldives
1124Liveaboard/View OfferWhite PearlDeal Date22/09/2024Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£227Price Before Discount£2,266.00Price After Discount£2,039.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourHanifaru Bay (Hanimaadhoo - Male)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryMaldives
1123Liveaboard/View OfferWhile PearlDeal Date15/09/2024Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£227Price Before Discount£2,266.00Price After Discount£2,039.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourHanifaru Bay (Male - Hanimaadhoo)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryMaldives
1122Liveaboard/View OfferWhile PearlDeal Date11/08/2024Discount10%Liveaboard Discount Total£227Price Before Discount£2,266.00Price After Discount£2,039.00Tour Days8daysLiveaboard Discounted TourBest of Central Atolls (Male - Male)Group booking discountLiveaboard CountryMaldives
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Liveaboard DiscountsIf you're looking for a discounted liveaboard trip on the White Pearl, 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: White Pearl.
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 White Pearl Liveaboard has 46 out of a total of 52 (SDE Lux Rating 88%) possible benefits and features. This total of 88% is made up of the following benefits and features:
Diver Benefits (Max 9/9=100%)The White Pearl liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Diver Benefits' (100%), and include: DIN Adapters: YES; Dive Courses: YES; Dive Deck: YES: Gear Rental: YES; Nitrox Onboard: YES; Private Dive Guide: YES; Rinse Hoses: YES; Shaded Dive Area: YES; Tenders For Diving: YES.
Liveaboard Design (Max 9/9=100%)The White Pearl liveaboard has 9 out of 9 'Boat Design Features' (100%) and include: Airconditioned Saloon: YES; Charging Stations: YES; Custom Built For Diving: YES; Indoor Saloon: YES; Leisure Deck: YES; Observation Deck: YES; Outside Showers: YES; Sun Deck: YES; Warm Showers: YES.
Cabin Luxury (Max 7/7=100%)The White Pearl liveaboard has 7 out of 7 'Cabin Features' (100%) and include: Air-Conditioned Cabins: YES; Cabin Balconies: YES; Daily Housekeeping: YES; Ensuite cabins: YES; Non-smoking Cabins: YES; Seaview cabins available: YES; TV In Cabin: YES.
Onboard Comfort (Max 7/7=100%)The White Pearl liveaboard has 5 out of 7 'Onboard Comfort' (71%) features, and include: Beach Towels: NO, Cabin Towels: YES; Complimentary Toiletries: YES; Deck Towels: YES; Internet: YES; Laundry Service: YES; Nearly 1 to 1 Crew-to-Guest Ratio: NO.
Food Luxury (Max 11/11=100%)The White Pearl liveaboard has 9 out of 11 'Food Features' (82%) and include: BBQ Area: YES; Beach BBQ: YES; Buffet Style: YES; Dietary Requirements Catered For: YES; Fine Cuisine: NO; Local Food: NO; 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 White Pearl 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 White Pearl liveaboard customer reviews listed here have been chosen for you to get a feel for the scuba diving experience you'll get.
Customer Review
”Whitepearl has now set the standard by which I will measure all future liveaboards. A few firsts, night diving with Sharks, at last my first Manta’, the ease and professional organisation on the boat, the calm leadership of Tony and the luxury of the boat.” Recommended for: The Crew, the diving, the food.
Customer Review ByTimothy W, from: United Kingdom scored the White Pearl 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: White Pearl.
”Luxury Liveaboard. The beach bbq was awesome and the staff put so much effort into the small details. This was a great social event which was pivotal in bringing the whole group of 15 divers from various nationalities together socially. Diving with the mantas at Addu Madigaa , swimming with the whaleshark, getting up close with the tiger shark at Tiger Zoo and seeing a mass of shark activity at Villingili were some of the highlights of the trip.” Recommended for: This boat is beautiful, comfortable and very stable. The staff are welcoming and friendly whilst looking after all your needs. We got some excellent diving with guides who adapted to the capabilities of their divers.
Customer Review Bypaul S, from: United Kingdom scored the White Pearl 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for more reviews and information click here: White Pearl.
Liveaboard Itinerary
Liveaboard Departure-Arrival LocationThe White Pearl Liveaboard departs and returns from the port none selected. Please click here: White Pearl to find out how to get from to join the White Pearl Liveaboard's departure port none selected.
Itinerary and videosThe itineraries below for the White Pearl 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 White Pearl dive boat.
Itinerary Option 1Best of Central Atolls (Male - Male)
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This Itinerary takes you to the fantastic dive sites in the central part of the Maldives. You will get to visit the best dive sites around the atolls of South Male, Vaavu, and North Male. A long overnight sail is also part of this itinerary. Approximately 18 dives in total. Experience: Advanced Open Water - 50 minimum logged dives required.
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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 White Pearl liveaboard diving trips. The number of times you dive will depend on the itinerary you select.
Your Diver Certification LevelIf you choose the White Pearl 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 White Pearl 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 White Pearl 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 White Pearl Liveaboard includes: Coral Gardens, 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 White Pearl 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, Garden Eels, Giant Trevallies, Glassfish, Groupers, Humphead Parrotfish, Lionfish, Moray Eels, Napoleon Wrasse, Pipefish, Porcupine Fish, 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, Nudibranchs, 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 £244/Day ($307/€283) for booking the White Pearl liveaboard includes: Airport Transfer, Beach BBQ, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels, Diving Package, Drinking Water, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Internet, Kayaks, Land Excursions, Night Dives, Nitrox, Snacks, Stand-up Paddle Boards, Tea & Coffee.
Paid For Optional ExtrasThe following are optional extras when you book the White Pearl liveaboard: Alcoholic Beverages, Diving Insurance, Jet Skiing, Local Flights, Massage, Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses, Snorkel Equipment, Soft Drinks, Spa.
Paid For Required ExtrasThe following are required extras when you book the White Pearl liveaboard: Environment Tax, Gratuities.
Boat Capacity
Boat Length56 metres (184 feet).
Maximum Guests28
Cabins and BathroomsThe White Pearl dive boat has 13 cabins and 16 bathrooms.
Cabin TypesThe White Pearl has the following cabin types: double cabins, twin cabins.
Family cabins onboardFamily cabins onboard: YES.
Advanced Divers
Advanced Diver Benefits (Max 3)The White Pearl liveaboard has 1 out of 3 (i.e. 33%) 'Advanced Diver Benefits', which include: Rebreather Support: NO; Sidemount Diving YES; Tech Diving: NO.
Underwater Photographers
Underwater Photographer Benefits (Max 3)The White Pearl 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 White Pearl liveaboard has 9 out of 17 (i.e. 53%) 'Non-Diving Activities', which include: Fishing: NO; Glass Bottom Boat: NO; Jacuzzi/Hot Tub: YES; Jet Skiing: YES; Kayaks: YES; Land Excursions: YES; Massage: YES; Naturalist Itineraries: [naturalist_Itineraries]; Naturalist Guide: NO; Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly: YES, Sauna: NO; Snorkel Equipment: YES; Spa: YES; Stand Up Paddle Boards: YES; Wakeboarding: NO; Water Skiing: NO; Yoga: NO.
Onboard Entertainment (Max 2)The White Pearl liveaboard has 2 out of 2 (i.e. 100%) 'Entertainment Features': Audio And Entertainment: YES; Library: YES.
Traveller Benefits
Travel Benefits (Max 6)The White Pearl liveaboard has 2 out of 6 (i.e. 33%) 'Traveller Benefits', which include: Airport Transfer: YES; Available For Charter: YES, Budget Friendly: NO, Dedicated Local & International Crew: NO; Hotel Transfer: NO; Welcome Cocktails; NO.
Languages Spoken OnboardThe crew onboard the White Pearl liveaboard are able to speak the following languages: English.
Liveaboard Summary
ConclusionAll-inclusive trip with up to 18 dives on the White Pearl Maldives liveaboard from £244/day ($307/€283) & rated 9.6 + SDE Lux Rated 88%. Up to 28 divers on a 56m 184f steel-hull dive boat with 13 cabins, 16 bathrooms + aircon cabins, for charter, caters for dietary requirements, ensuite cabins, dive courses, free internet, free nitrox, scuba gear rental. Click White Pearl for more information.
More InformationTo discover more about the White Pearl diving liveaboard or to check availability for your dive trip to Maldives you can do this here: White Pearl. 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 White Pearl Liveaboard, please visit this link: White Pearl.
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 White Pearl 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 White Pearl 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.
