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Blue Force One: Sea-view suites and generous outdoor spaces
24 guests · 12 cabins · 42 m
Blue Force One suits travellers who put outdoor living and a sea-view cabin high on their wish list. The current operator lists 24 guests in 12 cabins, replacing this review’s old 20-guest, 10-cabin description.
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Blue Force One: vessel profile
Blue Force One is a 42 m by 11 m vessel for 24 guests in 12 cabins; the partner record dates construction to 2013. Its deck plan combines lower-deck cabins with sea-view suites above, while several outdoor areas and two Jacuzzis provide space between dives.
Which cabin should you book?
| Deck | Cabin choice | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Lower deck | 6 Deluxe + 1 Master Cabin | Deluxe double + single; Master double. |
| Main deck | 2 Master Suites | Sea views and double beds. |
| Upper deck | 2 Junior Suites + 1 Deluxe | Suites double + single; Deluxe has twin beds and sea views. |
Cabins have air-conditioning and private bathrooms. Specify whether you need separate beds, a double, a view or sole occupancy; a category name alone does not settle those details.
Life aboard Blue Force One
Outside the cabins there is ample space to relax. Blue Force One has a dedicated saloon or living room, an upper-deck bar and several sunbathing areas. Two outdoor Jacuzzis add to the between-dive appeal. Do not assume the old review’s sauna, steam bath or karaoke claims remain part of the current offer.
Let the operator know about dietary needs before booking. Ask which drinks and internet package are included; connectivity at sea should not be treated as a reliable work connection.
Travelling with a non-diver on Blue Force One?
Acceptance and activities: Blue Force One explicitly caters for non-divers, with a Jacuzzi, lounge and sun decks. The operator’s welcome-aboard guide describes snorkeling, islet or beach visits, kayaking and SUP when the route and weather allow; kayaks and SUP are described as free onboard. Confirm the current programme, guide provision and other excursion charges for your departure.
Non-diver price: the non-diver fare and any discount need to be confirmed for your departure. Request a written quote for your dates, cruise length, cabin and occupancy, stating currency, taxes, transfers and activity extras. Do not assume that unused dives are refunded.
Diving, routes and experience
The diving runs from an accompanying dhoni. Match the route to your experience: a Central Atolls holiday and a Deep South trip are different decisions. Confirm the required qualification, logged dives and Nitrox charge for the exact departure; the presence of a Nitrox system does not by itself make fills free.
Check the itinerary attached to your departure. Malé–Malé routes avoid the domestic-flight logistics of many southern trips. Currents can change the site order and wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. See the Maldives diving guide for seasons and atolls.
Get the minimum logged dives, certification, required equipment and no-fly interval in writing from the operator. A statement that a boat welcomes beginners does not mean every route or dive is suitable for them.
Blue Force One: itinerary map
The published central route covers North Malé, South Malé, Vaavu (Felidhoo) and Ari. It is distinct from northern and Deep South trips. The dashed loop is illustrative; it does not guarantee the sailing order, each dive site or a fixed boarding berth.
Blue Force One itinerary map
Select the documented route example below. Zoom to inspect the islands and reefs, and select a numbered stop for its name. The actual sailing programme must be confirmed with the operator.
Lines show indicative connections between regions, not navigation tracks. Arrows show the example direction; departures can run in reverse, and stops vary with weather, currents and the chosen cruise.
Routes at a glance
- Central Atolls: Malé / North Malé → South Malé area → Vaavu / Alimatha → South Ari / Maamigili → Maaya Thila / North Ari → Malé / North Malé. Indicative regional connections from the route described on this page. Confirm the actual departure, direction and stops; this is not a navigation track.
Confirm ports, transfers and any domestic flights before booking.
Geographic references and route sources
Regional markers use the references below. See the boat-specific itinerary sources accompanying this map; no extra route is implied by the destination guide.
Malé / North Malé · South Malé area · Vaavu / Alimatha · South Ari / Maamigili · Maaya Thila / North Ari ·
Route areas: Malé / North Malé → South Malé → Vaavu / Felidhoo → South Ari → North Ari → Malé, with changes for conditions. Atoll positions are approximate reference points.
Regional dive context: Maaya Thila is a pinnacle in North Ari. Alimatha is associated with nurse-shark night dives in Vaavu. These sites provide regional context, not confirmed stops on every Blue Force One trip.
Route source: operator itinerary. Coordinates: Mapcarta/OpenStreetMap for Rasdhoo, Maaya Thila, South Ari and Alimatha; GeoNames Malé. Planning illustration, not a navigation chart.
Watch: Blue Force fleet — historical film
Archive film featuring Blue Force One and Blue Force Two. It is not a current cabin inventory and does not establish present operation of Blue Force Two. Video source · Watch on YouTube.
Budget, inclusions and extras
Observed 6 October 2026: 17–24 October 2026, 7 nights, Malé–Malé. Shared Deluxe EUR 1,767; Junior Suite EUR 1,945 (promotional fares). Master Cabin EUR 2,300 and Master Suite EUR 2,833 were full. These are cruise fares before any departure-specific mandatory extras, not complete holiday totals.
| Budget line | Before paying |
|---|---|
| Cruise | Match dates, nights, cabin, currency and occupancy. |
| Mandatory extras | Ask for taxes, fuel/service charges, park fees and compulsory transfers as a written total. |
| Diving extras | Check Nitrox, rentals, larger tanks, courses and private guiding. |
| Travel | Add international flights, any domestic flights, hotels, insurance and optional spending. |
The observed departure quoted a 70% supplement for sole occupancy. A private-cabin price is not the same as one berth in a shared cabin.
Is this the right boat for you?
Blue Force One suits guests who value outdoor space and the option of a sea-view cabin. Check whether the quoted room is the lower-deck Master Cabin or a main-deck Master Suite.
What guests say about Blue Force One
Comfort and staff recur in the selected reviews; opinions about meal variety differ. These are personal accounts, not an independent inspection or a guarantee of current service.
- Jane L, 6 April 2025: liked the comfort and organisation, while wanting more variety in otherwise good meals.
- Juan Felipe D, 1 September 2025: praised the professional team and food.
- Anna S, 8 August 2026: highlighted the crew, comfort and meals.
Paraphrased from dated LiveAboard.com guest reviews, checked 6 October 2026. These partner accounts are separate from Divezone’s reader ratings below.
Blue Force One: detailed booking FAQ
How old is Blue Force One?
The partner record lists construction in 2013. No newer refit date is asserted here; ask the operator about recent cabin work if that affects your choice.
Is the Master Cabin a Master Suite?
No. Cabin 101 is the lower-deck Master Cabin. Cabins 108 and 109 are main-deck Master Suites with sea views.
Is there an upper-deck twin option?
Yes: Deluxe cabin 111 has twin beds and sea views. The upper-deck Junior Suites 110 and 112 have double-plus-single arrangements.
How many guests share the facilities?
The published capacity is 24 in 12 cabins. A boat of this size offers more shared space, but it is still a group diving cruise.
Does Blue Force One have a Jacuzzi?
The operator lists two outdoor Jacuzzis, one on the sundeck. Confirm operation if this facility is central to your booking decision.
Is Nitrox included in every fare?
Nitrox equipment is present, but availability is not the same as an inclusive price. Check the departure’s package and charges.
Is the Central Atolls route the same as Deep South?
No. The central loop starts and finishes around Malé. Southern routes involve different atolls, possible domestic transfers and potentially stronger experience requirements.
Is the historical fleet video a current boat tour?
No. It includes Blue Force One and Blue Force Two and is labelled as archive material. Use current cabin photographs and the booking specification for your selection.
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Editorial check: 6 October 2026. This is a researched update, not a new onboard inspection. Useful original descriptions have been retained and outdated prices and specifications corrected. Sources: operator boat information, departure and cabin listings.
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Un superbe bateau mais quel gâchis
Un superbe bateau mal utilisé et mal entretenu
Le Maldivian Blue Force 1 (ex Leo) est un superbe bateau, récemment refait, avec toutes les caractéristiques d’un bateau de croisière de luxe : très spacieux, moderne, il peut accommoder 26 plongeurs dans des cabines de bonne taille dont six de luxe (deux d’entre elles ont même leur propre jacuzzi !). Il y a deux sun decks, chacun avec un grand jacuzzi, un très grand salon avec écran de télé géant, un bar très agréable, un sauna, une salle de massage…, tout pour faire un voyage mémorable.
L’envers du décor est moins glorieux : aujourd’hui, sauna et salle de massage ne sont plus disponibles, les jacuzzi des sun-decks n’ont que de l’eau froide, les douches font du bruit et, dans notre cabine, la poignée de portes cassée n’avait pas été remplacée, le lavabo ne pouvait plus être bouché pour laver notre linge nous-mêmes (et on nous a ri au nez quand nous avons demandé s’il y avait un service de lavage), un bon nombre de lampes claquées un peu partout n’avait pas été changées, le jacuzzi d’une des suites de luxe ne fonctionnait pas…
Quant aux serviettes de toilette qui devaient être changées en milieu de semaine, n’en parlons pas, on attend toujours.
Pour les serviettes de plongées, toutes tachées, il fallait les garder toute la journée, même si l’on faisait quatre plongées.
Une cuisine de piètre qualité
Ce n’est pas sur la nourriture que l’on pouvait compter pour faire son bonheur : de médiocre qualité, viandes et poissons ressemblaient à du carton que l’on pouvait à peine mâcher et tout était à l’avenant.
Un personnel déplaisant, sans considération pour ses clients
Le personnel autochtone du bateau était très gentil, mais peu compétent.
Le pire était l’équipe de plongée.
À l’arrivée, nous avons eu une brève présentation de trois au quatre personnes, sans qu’il ne nous soit jamais dit qui était le responsable de la croisière (ce que nous n’avons jamais pu découvrir…).
Pendant le séjour, nous avons eu l’impression d’être traités sans aucune considération et, pour la première fois dans notre vie de plongeurs, nous avons décidé, tout comme les autres plongeurs internationaux, de ne leur laisser aucun pourboire.
Un matériel défectueux
Ma partenaire a eu un gilet qui s’est bloqué et l’a fait remonter brusquement de 30m à la surface.
Le moniteur ne s’est même pas dérangé et a continué la plongée avec le reste de la palanquée comme si de rien n’était alors qu’il avait parfaitement vu ce qui arrivait.
Sans notre bonne expérience — nous avons plus de 300 plongées chacun à notre actif — l’incident aurait pu être sérieux.
De retour à terre, lorsque nous nous sommes plaints en leur disant d’éviter de donner ce gilet à quelqu’un d’autre, la réponse furieuse et qui en dit long a été : “évidemment, nous sommes des professionnels”.
En ce qui me concerne, j’ai eu une combinaison toute déchirée, la seule de ma taille apparemment, alors que je suis d’un gabarit très courant (L).
Des plongées mal gérées
En cours de plongée, le comportement était pire.
Nous ne savions jamais à l’avance quel type de plongée nous allions faire, jusqu’au briefing.
Il n’y avait apparemment aucun planning sérieux avec une plongée plus profonde au début puis de moins en moins profonde au cours de la journée.
Un souci de sécurité peu évident
Aucun des plongeurs de notre groupe n’avait la qualification nécessaire pour dépasser les 30 mètres. Par ailleurs, nous plongions au Nitrox avec un maximum autorisé de l’ordre de 30-31 m.
N’en tenant aucun compte, et même pour trois plongées dans la journée, notre guide nous faisait systématiquement descendre beaucoup plus bas.
La profondeur moyenne des 13 plongées faites avec mon guide a été de 30,6 mètres, dont plus de la moitié à plus de 30 mètres —une à 36 mètres et une autre à 37,40 (le moniteur allant lui-même à 39 mètres).
Un autre plongeur a eu également un gros souci car, emporté par le courant à une grande profondeur, et étant très essoufflé il voulait remonter — en observant évidemment un pallier de sécurité. Le guide lui a ordonné de rester en profondeur et il a failli faire un malaise.
Nous avons même appris, en écrivant à PADI pour nous plaindre, que notre guide utilisait un faux numéro PADI!
Des plongeurs de deux types
Une bande de 13 espagnols, manifestement des habitués — un club des Canaries — monopolisait l’attention de l’équipe des moniteurs qui leur faisaient faire des plongées moins profondes, donc beaucoup plus longues. Ils n’adressaient la parole à personne d’autre.
Heureusement les dix autres plongeurs, venant de quatre continents différents, faisaient, par contraste, un groupe homogène particulièrement sympathique qui ont “sauvé” la croisière en ce qui nous concerne.
Conclusion : à éviter
En conclusion, cette organisation est à éviter à tout prix jusqu’à ce qu’il y ait un changement de management et une véritable reprise en mains (sauf peut-être si vous êtes espagnol et pas très regardant sur la qualité des prestations, de l’ambiance et des plongées…)
We booked one of the master cabins (window + large bathroom); the tub in the bathroom is a waste of space as you will never use it (and the bathroom smells like a bilge). The bed is hard as a rock and the window does not open; the AC in the room also does not work well and is VERY loud. Enough of the room (a disappointment).
The boat its self … very nice .. but showing signs of wear.
Itinerary – average, slow day on Saturday (arrival).. boats sits in the harbor all day; and final day you are dropped at 7 am. If you have a late flight make sure you know about the day hotel (which I recommend) .. there will be no assistance once dropped (literally).
Food – great!
Diving – great! varied with plenty of strong currents (our dive guide was just OK); dive schedule is up at 6 am diving by 6:30 am! with 4 dives/day using Nitrox; Know your dive computer … there will be little to no assistance.
Staff – OK .. tend to keep to them selves; not terribly friendly.
Bar – OK .. beware if smokers on board, as limited seating in the bar area will result in a smokers zone. We were on board with mostly smokers from Spain.
Would I book on Blue Force again? probably not…
Hi Tracey!
I simply want to thank you for your review, very detailed and useful! I’m sorry you did not have a “top notch” stay, but I’m glad the diving was great as it should be!
Safe bubbles, always!