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Amba, built in 2004, is a true veteran of the Maldivian liveaboard scene – time-tested, impeccably maintained and renovated every year, and trusted by divers from around the world.
Amba is a 32-meter liveaboard designed specifically for experienced divers seeking safe, well-organised dive safaris in the Maldives. Constructed from solid tropical hardwood and combining German engineering with traditional Maldivian craftsmanship, the yacht accommodates up to 20 guests in spacious, air-conditioned cabins with private en-suite bathrooms.
Owned and personally operated by a German team with more than 25 years of liveaboard experience, Amba has earned an excellent reputation among divers throughout the world, and especially among German-speaking divers from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The owners live on board and personally oversee each safari, ensuring exceptional service, meticulous organisation, and a strong focus on safety throughout every trip.
Amba is an LGBTQ+ friendly yacht that warmly welcomes guests from all backgrounds. With a spirit of openness, respect and inclusive hospitality, Amba offers a comfortable and welcoming environment where every guest can feel at home and enjoy their time on board.
The international crew of Amba speaks English, German, Italian, and Dhivehi, making communication easy for guests from around the world. Dive briefings are conducted in English, with German briefings available whenever required.
Diving operations onboard Amba are carried out from a spacious 18-meter dive dhoni, providing efficient entries and exits, freshwater showers, camera rinse tanks, and generous space for equipment preparation. The vessel is equipped with BAUER Pure Air-certified compressors, offers complimentary 32% Nitrox, and provides both 12L and 15L aluminium cylinders with DIN valves.
Safety is one of Amba's defining features. In addition to comprehensive emergency equipment, the yacht is equipped with the ENOS Diver Location System, allowing rapid localisation of divers who become separated from the group during drift dives.
Amba offers carefully planned itineraries covering the Central, Northern, and Deep South atolls of the Maldives, and she is appreciated by clients from the Maldivian Charter Club for prolonged, 10-13 night routes. Guests can expect encounters with manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, and vibrant coral reefs while avoiding overcrowded dive sites whenever possible. Most itineraries include 2–3 dives per day and are designed for divers with at least 30 logged dives who are comfortable diving in moderate currents.
On board Amba, guests enjoy freshly prepared international, Asian, Maldivian, and Indian cuisine, including a wide selection of vegan dishes. Spacious sun decks, comfortable lounge areas, attentive service, and a relaxed atmosphere make Amba equally enjoyable above and below the water.
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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2 "Balcony-Lux" cabins with double or twin beds and a private terrace overlooking the ocean.
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2 "Balcony-Lux" cabins with double or twin beds and a private terrace overlooking the ocean.
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2 "Balcony-Lux" cabins with double or twin beds and a private terrace overlooking the ocean.
Cabins selected
2 "Balcony-Lux" cabins with double or twin beds and a private terrace overlooking the ocean.
Cabins selected
Cabins selected
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Safety
Official safety certificate from the Maldivian authorities; three highly experienced captains (over 30 years of international experience); regular safety training and emergency drills; full safety inspection by the Captains and the Cruise director before each trip.
Fire safety measures: regular gas line checks; only the required amount of cooking gas on board; professionally installed electrical cable; detailed check of all machinery before and after every trip; main diesel and Petrol storage on the diving dhoani; dedicated strict smoking areas; special battery charging stations.
Safety equipment: Enos Diver Location System (diving vessel); fire extinguishers at all key locations (hotel vessel and diving vessel); fire blankets in the kitchen (hotel vessel); industrial fire suppression system in the engine room (hotel vessel); independent water pumps (hotel vessel and diving vessel); independent emergency Power generators (hotel vessel and diving vessel); ball Valves maintained annually (hotel vessel and diving vessel); smoke detectors in all rooms, technical areas, storages, working areas and community areas (hotel vessel and diving vessel); First aid kits (small & large) (hotel vessel and diving vessel); Medical emergency box for medical trained crew and guests (hotel vessel); emergency oxygen (hotel vessel and diving vessel); modern Garmin communication systems (hotel vessel and diving vessel); onboard crew radios (hotel vessel and diving vessel); Garmin-Navionics Navigation System (hotel vessel and diving vessel); Satellite phone (hotel vessel); Starlink internet for emergencies (hotel vessel); 4G & 5G emergency Wi-Fi (hotel vessel and diving vessel); Nightshift Login System (Infotech Germany) (hotel vessel); Bilge alarms & automatic pumps (hotel vessel and diving vessel); dedicated smoking area (hotel vessel and no smoking on the diving vessel); outside announcement system (hotel vessel); outside siren system (hotel vessel); inside crew announcement system (hotel vessel); inside guest area announcement system (hotel vessel); Para-anchor for engine failure emergencies (hotel vessel); EPIRB on both vessels (hotel vessel and diving vessel); GPS tracking devices (hotel vessel, diving vessel and tenders); GPS tracking devices (authorities’ installation) (hotel vessel); life rafts (hotel vessel); life rings (hotel vessel and diving vessel); life jackets (hotel vessel and diving vessel); emergency exits for lower deck cabins (hotel vessel).
Free Nitrox
Authorised PADI 5 Star Dive Centre
Daily freshly baked bread
Highest food hygiene standards
Large selection of vegan dishes and vegan protein sources
Free cooking classes
Support of local small suppliers and fishermen
Fresh fish is caught almost daily and served in various preparations.
Large selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes.
Extra charge: soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, cappuccino, espresso, latte macchiato.
High-quality mattresses (replaced annually)
Pillows are replaced every 2 months
Daily towel change (cabin & dhoni)
Daily morning room service
6 Standard cabins with two single beds that can be converted into a double bed.
2 "Balcony-Lux" cabins with double or twin beds and a private terrace overlooking the ocean.
2 Standard DBL Cabins with a double bed.
6 Standard lower deck cabins feature two single beds that can be converted into a double bed.
Each cabin is spacious, modernly furnished, and equipped with individually adjustable air conditioning as well as a bathroom with a Western-style toilet, freshwater shower, and washbasin. Hand soap is provided.
One of the 7 cabins on the lower deck is the bow cabin. A very spacious cabin with a large double bed in the middle. Of course, this cabin also has its own bathroom and individually adjustable air conditioning.
2 "Balcony-Lux" cabins on the upper deck with double or twin beds and a private terrace overlooking the ocean.
The cabins feature a large sleeping area with individually adjustable air conditioning, a fan, and a private bathroom with a hot water shower, hand basin, and western toilet.
2 Standard DBL Cabins without a balcony with a double bed on the upper deck.
These cabins have a beautiful bathroom with hot water, a western toilet and a spacious fresh water shower.
