MV Theia Liveaboard Review

The beautiful 32 meters MV Theia liveaboard offers luxury and comfort to discover the Maldives underwater world. The dive boat, built in 2006 and last renovated in 2010, was designed with luxury and comfort in mind. Exploring the Maldivian atolls with the Theia, either on a scuba diving or a surfing trip, will sure be a great adventure!

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Boat Cabins & Layout

There’s a maximum of 16 divers welcomed on the Theia on each diving cruises. Indeed, with 8 overly spacious and comfortable cabins plus many social areas, that’s more than enough space for everyone! On request, the Theia can accommodate up to 18 guests, as 2 cabins can be converted into triple occupancy rooms.

Every cabin comes with air-conditioning and an ensuite bathroom. Also, all the cabins have at least 1 double deb and often a second daybed. Plus, each room features a lot of space, wardrobe storage and even a safety box.

You can check the latest schedule & prices for this liveaboard here.

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The lower deck features 4 superior cabins and 1 deluxe cabins. The deluxe room, as pictured above, and the superior rooms all have a comfortable double bed and daybeds. Furthermore, the main has one sea view cabin while the top deck has two sea view suites. The upper deck suites are overly spacious and give way on a somewhat private outdoor deck at the aft of the Theia.

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Theia’s On-board Facilities

There’s plenty of communal areas on the boat that every guest will have a sens of being on a private cruise! The main deck is home to the outdoor dining area, that’s where the meals are served. Also, the Theia has the service of a chef and a sous-chef to make sure you eat fresh, fine dishes everyday! You’ll also find the “Manta Bar” as well as a lounge with complete entertainment system on this deck.

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Furthermore, the upper deck has open air lounge areas both at the aft and the front. Indeed, those are perfect, partially shaded spots, to enjoy a drink and admire the view. It’s also where you’ll find the captain in it’s wheelhouse, step by for a little chat!

Finally, take a few steps up and you will discover a sun lover’s paradise. Indeed, the sundeck is massive and features plenty of comfortable, cushioned lounging chairs! Plus, there’s a bar and couches for you to use. This spot is a jewel at night, while you sip on a drink and watch the Maldives‘s starry sky!

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Vessel Layout

The beautiful wooden hulled Theia has much to give to it’s guests. Indeed, the privately owned dive vessel offers a customizable and luxurious experience. The Theia can be compared to the MY Manta Cruise as they are both 32 meters in length and 9 meters in beam. The accommodations and communal spaces on both vessel are much alike, with the Theia having a smaller number of guest for the same space. Plus, the Theia as a more traditional feel with warm interior decoration, inviting divers to relax and enjoy.

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Diving with the Theia

The mother ship is so spacious and quiet because all the diving operation unfolds from the dedicated dive dhoni! Indeed, the dive tender has all the noisy stuff, like the air-compressor. Tanks and diving equipment storage will be find on the dhoni.

There’s a dedicated scuba diving team of 3 guides and instructors on-board to insure you have the best diving experiences while in the Maldives. The Theia is offering diving cruises mostly to the Ari Atolls and is sure a fantastic option.

Price starts at 1,850$US – 8 days / 7 nights – Best of Ari Atoll

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