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Liveaboard · Maldives

Carpe Novo, Maldives

Built in the Maldives Carpe Novo is expected to start operations in March 2016. Carpe Novo is the big sister of Carpe Diem and Carpe Vita, two of the most highly rated Maldives liveaboards.

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The boat

Carpe Novo, in detail

Overview of Carpe Novo

Built in the Maldives Carpe Novo is expected to start operations in March 2016. Carpe Novo is the big sister of Carpe Diem and Carpe Vita, two of the most highly rated Maldives liveaboards. Carpe Novo is more spacious and built to an even higher specification than her sister ships. A maximum of 21 guests will be accommodated in twelve cabins located around her three decks. Like Carpe Diem she will offer 3 dives per day within a schedule of itineraries taking in the best diving that the Maldives have to offer.

Accommodation aboard Carpe Novo

The Carpe Novo has 12 comfortable cabins of different standards divided over 3 decks. The different cabin types are junior suite (4), single suites (2) and standard (6). All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes and TV screens connected to central media system and their own private bathrooms. The electricity voltage on board is of 220V and the plugs are of multinational type.

Junior Suite The 4 junior suite cabins (Whale shark, Hammerhead, Tiger shark and Thresher shark cabins) have king size (California) beds which can be separated in two single beds, a wide flat screen TV connected to central media system, desk/chair/dresser, two hanging closets, windows throughout the side of the cabin, bathroom with dual sink and a spacious shower.

Single suites The two single suites cabins (Eagle ray and Manta ray), located on the main deck have queen size beds and desk/chair, TV connected to central media system, hanging closet, large windows, private ensuite bathroom and shower.

Standard A total of 6 standard cabins are located on the cabin deck below the main deck. 4 cabins (Turtle, Dolphin, Barracuda and Napoleon) have one queen size bed and a single bed and the two front cabins (Frog fish and Napoleon) have two single beds. All cabins have a smart TV connected to central media system, desk, private ensuite bathrooms with showers. All standard cabins have portholes.

Drink & Dine

Carpe Novo offers you three meals per day prepared by the Sri Lankan Chef . The menu will include a range of international cuisines including a few regional specialties.
If you have a favorite snack feel free to bring it with you as availability may be limited locally. For any special dietary requests, such as vegetarian meals, please inform us at time of booking and mention it to the crew on boarding Carpe Novo.
 
Beer, wine and spirits, along with carbonated mixers, are charged for onboard. No alcohol can be brought with you into the Maldives. Your dive guides will not allow you to dive after consuming alcohol or while still under its influence as alcohol impairs judgment and increases your risk of decompression sickness. 

Technical Specification

Built: 2016
Length: 43 m 
Breadth: 11 m 
Engines: Doosan Daewood Marine Diesel (Model No: V1 80219) HP 800
Generators: 2 x Zenith Isuzu 65 KW Marine –Gen set; 1 x Zenith Isuzu 25 KW Marine –Gen set
Compressor: Bauer
Fresh Water Capacity: 13 000 Liters (10 Tons)
Construction Material: 
 
Max of guests: 22
Number of cabins: 12
Number of Crew: 4
  
Safety Equipment includes:  The vessel is equipped by  Smoke detector , fire extinguishers, life jackets, emergency alarm, GPS, Sounder, VHF Radio, internet , GSM.

Diving Facilities

Diving Facilities includes: Diving Dhoni ( L: 61 feet/W: 20 feet); Nitrox L&W Membrane System; FA Oxygen on board ( 10500 Liters); Dive Gear Rental ( Scubapro brand); PADI dive courses offered. 
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Is Carpe Novo right for you?

Every trip is 100% financially protected — ATOL licence and trust account. We can add flights, hotels and tours around your liveaboard as one tailor-made booking. Speak to a Maldives diving expert.

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As a fully bonded tour operator with an ATOL licence and trust account, your trip is totally financially protected. We can also include flights, hotels and tours with your liveaboard booking — speak to a Maldives diving holiday expert on +44 1273 921 001 to build a tailor-made tour around it.

02 Aug, 2026 7 nights
Best of Maldives (7N'S) Male to Male · 02 Aug, 2026 – 09 Aug, 2026 See full itinerary →
Only 4 left
£1,922 £1,538 per person
📷 Standard
LOWER DECK · 4 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard

£1,922 £1,538 per person · single occupancy £2,460
Just 1 left
📷 Standard Twin
LOWER DECK · 3 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard Twin

£1,922 £1,538 per person · single occupancy £2,460
Only 3 left
Included
  • All diving — tanks, weights & air
  • 100% financial protection via our Travel Trust Association membership
  • ATOL holiday protection when we include a flight with your holiday
Not included
  • Green Tax — payable locally USD 84
  • Fuel Surcharge — payable locally USD 196
  • International flights — we can add these to your trip
  • Hotel stays before or after your trip — we have exceptional prices at the best hotels in the region if you want to extend your trip
09 Aug, 2026 5 nights
Reef - Rays & Hanifaru Bay MLE/DRV - 5 Nights Male to DRV · 09 Aug, 2026 – 14 Aug, 2026 See full itinerary →
8 spaces
£1,555 £1,244 per person
📷 Standard
LOWER DECK · 4 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard

£1,555 £1,244 per person · single occupancy £1,991
6 spaces
📷 Standard Twin
LOWER DECK · 3 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard Twin

£1,555 £1,244 per person · single occupancy £1,991
Only 2 left
Included
  • All diving — tanks, weights & air
  • 100% financial protection via our Travel Trust Association membership
  • ATOL holiday protection when we include a flight with your holiday
Not included
  • Green Tax — payable locally USD 60
  • Fuel Surcharge — payable locally USD 140
  • International flights — we can add these to your trip
  • Hotel stays before or after your trip — we have exceptional prices at the best hotels in the region if you want to extend your trip
15 Aug, 2026 7 nights
Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) 7 Nights DRV to Male · 15 Aug, 2026 – 22 Aug, 2026 See full itinerary →
8 spaces
£1,922 £1,538 per person
📷 Standard
LOWER DECK · 4 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard

£1,922 £1,538 per person · single occupancy £2,460
Only 4 left
📷 Standard Twin
LOWER DECK · 3 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard Twin

£1,922 £1,538 per person · single occupancy £2,460
Only 2 left
📷 Single Suite
MAIN DECK · 2 cabins · max 1 pp

Single Suite

£3,016 £2,413 per person · single occupancy £2,413
Only 2 left
Included
  • All diving — tanks, weights & air
  • 100% financial protection via our Travel Trust Association membership
  • ATOL holiday protection when we include a flight with your holiday
Not included
  • Green Tax — payable locally USD 84
  • Fuel Surcharge — payable locally USD 196
  • International flights — we can add these to your trip
  • Hotel stays before or after your trip — we have exceptional prices at the best hotels in the region if you want to extend your trip
22 Aug, 2026 10 nights
Manta Madness 1 (MLE/MLE) 10 Nights Male to Male · 22 Aug, 2026 – 01 Sep, 2026 See full itinerary →
9 spaces
£2,719 £2,175 per person
📷 Standard
LOWER DECK · 4 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard

£2,719 £2,175 per person · single occupancy £3,480
5 spaces
📷 Standard Twin
LOWER DECK · 3 cabins · max 2 pp

Standard Twin

£2,719 £2,175 per person · single occupancy £3,480
Only 3 left
📷 Junior Suite Twin
UPPER DECK · 2 cabins · max 2 pp

Junior Suite Twin

£2,898 £2,319 per person · single occupancy £3,710
Just 1 left
Included
  • All diving — tanks, weights & air
  • 100% financial protection via our Travel Trust Association membership
  • ATOL holiday protection when we include a flight with your holiday
Not included
  • Green Tax — payable locally USD 120
  • Fuel Surcharge — payable locally USD 280
  • International flights — we can add these to your trip
  • Hotel stays before or after your trip — we have exceptional prices at the best hotels in the region if you want to extend your trip
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