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Black Manta is not just a new comfortable dive safari yacht, she is a work of art and technology, where the key idea is to make the journey as eventful as possible, and not just "beautiful."
Black Manta was built in 2024. Her elegant, forward-facing body is 42 meters long and 9 meters wide, with a large residential and open area – about 450 m ², which is above average for the Maldives. On three decks there are 15 comfortable cabins of different categories: Standard on the lower deck, Superior, Deluxe and Premium – more spacious and comfortable, in six of them – stunning ocean views. All cabins have air conditioning, private bathroom, extra towels and Wi-Fi.
Black Manta's public spaces are impressive in size: an outdoor dining area with ocean views, lounges, a sun deck and even a massage and jacuzzi area – not very common feature for a dive safari. There is no feeling of crowding or "mass liner": with a capacity of up to 28 guests on board, there are enough large common and private areas to feel free and comfortable at the same time.
Black Manta is accompanied with a separate dive-dhoni, where all preparation, assembly of equipment and dives take place. Thus there is no chaos with cylinders and wet equipment on the main yacht, and the dives themselves are more convenient, clearer and safer, this is especially important in the Maldives with their currents and drift diving. Diving is diverse: channel dives, night dives, often with nurse sharks, and small reefs with macro-life, and protected lagoons. This balance makes the route interesting not only for "big hunters," but also for those who appreciate the process itself.
At the same time, the Black Manta yacht remains precisely diver’s boat, featuring fully-equipped zone for photo- and video cameras, charging stations and Nitrox.
An important point on board Black Manta is flexibility, professional crew and team level. According to guest reviews from Maldivian Charter Club, the crew does not just follow the route, but actually changes locations if conditions or visibility deteriorate, which directly affects the quality of diving and safety. This is fundamental for the Maldives, where the "right place at the right time" means a lot.
The culinary part at Black Manta deserves special attention: the menu combines local and international dishes, prepared with attention to detail, fresh ingredients and a variety of tastes. The food format is gourmet: dinners with sunset views in the open dining room, BBQ on the beach, snacks and drinks at any time of the day.
Black Manta feels not like a floating hotel, but an expeditionary base: you wake up every day at a new point in the ocean, dive on reefs that cannot be reached from the islands, and live in a rhythm where everything is subordinated to diving – from early starts to night dives and voyages between atolls under the stars.
The highlight of Black Manta is precisely in the balance between a serious expedition, comfort, style and an atmosphere of escape from everyday life, where everything on board make your impressions alive, bright and deep.
This is exactly the format of the Maldives for which diving safaris are chosen: maximum ocean, minimum compromise.
The yacht’s description is subject to change, so if any features or services are particularly important to you, please confirm them at the time of booking.
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7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
Cabins selected
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List of all available yacht entertainment
Technical specifications
Year built: 2024
Hull: Wood
Length: 42 m
Width: 11 m
Engine: 1X Doosan 800HP
Fuel Capacity: 10 Tons (Approx. 10,000-11,000 litres, depending on fuel density)
Cruising Speed: 8-10 Knots
Freshwater Maker: 12,000 Litres/day
Number of guest cabins: 15
Guest number: 28
Crew number: 20
Electricity plug: Type G
Navigation & Safety: Oxygen therapy, AED, First Kit Aid, Life jacket, Satellite phone, fire alarm system
Diving Boats: 1 Dhoni & 1 Speeboat
Payment Schedule
At the moment of booking (No Later than 14 days after the date of reservation) – Deposit of 10%
180 days prior departure for group bookings of 6 or more – 20%
60 days before the date of the cruise departure – The total balance
Cancellation
More than 2 months (60 days) prior to service start date – Equal to the amount of Deposit(s)
already paid
2 Months (60 Days) or less prior to service start date – Cancellation fee 100% is charged
Al-fresco dining area
On-board entertainment
The Black Manta liveaboard has 16 double rooms, including one Staff room (#4) on the lower deck, thus 15 cabins accommodating 28 guests
Cabin Categories. Standard (Cabin # 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8); Superior (Cabin # 11, 12, 15,16); Deluxe (Cabin # 13, 14); Premium (Cabin # 9, 10)
Deck Level. Lower Deck (Cabin # 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8); Main Deck (Cabin # 9, 10, 11, 12, 15,16); Upper Deck (Cabin # 13, 14).
Bed Types. Single room (Cabin # 3, 16); Convertible Bed (Cabin # 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16); Double Bed (Cabin # 3, 9, 10)
Six upper cabins present a sea view, all cabins having private bathrooms, air-conditioning, extra towels and free Wi-Fi.
A stylish combination of deep blue and crisp white: blue curtains and bedding accents, along with blue tiles in the bathroom set against pristine white fixtures, perfectly complement each other.
2 Premium Cabins on the main deck with 1 double bed
2 Deluxe Cabins on the Upper Deck with convertiblr beds.
4 Superior Cabins on the upper deck with convertible beds.
7 Standard Cabins on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
2 Premium Cabins on the main deck (Cabins # 9,10) with 1 double bed and panoramic ocean view. These cabins have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, extra towels and free Wi-Fi.
A stylish combination of deep blue and crisp white: blue curtains and bedding accents, along with blue tiles in the bathroom set against pristine white fixtures, perfectly complement each other.
Deluxe Cabin (Cabin # 13, 14) on the upper deck with convertible beds.
These cabins have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, extra towels and free Wi-Fi.
A stylish combination of deep blue and crisp white: blue curtains and bedding accents, along with blue tiles in the bathroom set against pristine white fixtures, perfectly complement each other.
4 Superior Cabins (11, 12, 15, 16) with convertible beds
All cabins have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, extra towels and free Wi-Fi.
A stylish combination of deep blue and crisp white: blue curtains and bedding accents, along with blue tiles in the bathroom set against pristine white fixtures, perfectly complement each other.
7 Standard Cabins (1, 2 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) on the lower deck with one double or two single beds.
These cabins have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, extra towels and free Wi-Fi.
A stylish combination of deep blue and crisp white: blue curtains and bedding accents, along with blue tiles in the bathroom set against pristine white fixtures, perfectly complement each other.
