MALDIVES – GAAVIYAA CHARTER SPECS

GAAVIYA - Launched in September 2002 is a majestic-looking vessel measuring 32 metres (approx 100ft) in length by 10 metres (approx 35 foot) in width. She cuts through the ocean at 9 to 11 knots per hour.

GAAVIYA is ideal for large groups of surfers, divers, weddings, as well as non-surfers looking for a hell of a vacation onboard the ultimate luxury vessel in the Maldives. Though she can comfortably hold up to 22 pax, it is recommended in the interests of discretion that you limit the # of surfers onboard to 12. Larger groups can be accommodated by request.

GAAVIYA boasts the finest-looking and most spacious cabins that you will find on any cruise boat in the Maldives: there are 9 such air conditioned cabins, able to accommodate a total of 22 guests. Handcrafted wooden interior décor combines give the cabins a distinctive elegance, and the range of modern amenities adds convenience. Fresh hot and cold water is available in en-suite bathrooms. All the comforts of modern living and elegance are close at hand wherever you look on GAAVIYA.

The 3 large wooden Sundecks are perfect for kicking back with a good book, cold drink, checking the surf or witnessing a magnificent Maldivian sunset.

Dining on-board the GAAVIYA is an adventure in itself at the large, air-conditioned restaurant. The meals are prepared by our experienced Maldivian chef, who plans the meals carefully to keep repetition at bay. Traditional Maldivian dishes provide culinary adventures, spicing up all meal times and favouring your sweet tooth with exotic desserts, and you can choose to have the meals outside on the deck, in sunlight or under the silver light of the moon. The spacious, air conditioned bar on the vessel is well stocked with the world‚s leading drinks and a fine selection of champagne.

IDD telephone and fax services are available on board, too, ensuring that you do not lose touch with important contacts during you holiday in paradise. Sophisticated, modern diving equipment, as well as snorkelling and water sports equipment is on board for your use. (Diving can be arranged at additional cost). A diving dhoni and a dinghy accompany the GAAVIYA everywhere, ensuring that you can always get closer to the surf action. Expert Maldivian surf guide is inclusive in the charter cost with all Surfing groups.

Scuba Diving - available on request and at additional charge. All equipment and instructions are available. Certified Dive courses can be taken if we are made aware in advance.