Keana
Liveaboard
Diving experience
The MV Keana, led by the experienced Maldives pioneer Norbert Schmidt, comes with all the gear you need for diving. This boat is truly all about diving – built by divers, for divers!
Keana's tours are super comfy, safe, and packed with adventure! They'll take you to the most beautiful spots, islands, reefs, and dive sites in the Maldives, where you can meet mantas, sharks, whale sharks, and so much more.
CABINS
- 8 Cabins with space for a total of 16 Guests
Upper Deck: 4 Cabins
– 1 cabin with a double bed, 3 cabins with single beds
Main Deck: 4 Cabins – 1 cabin with a double bed, 3 cabins with single bedsEach cabin offers ocean views, two windows that open, blackout blinds, a private bathroom with a shower/toilet, individually controlled air conditioning, storage space, a dressing area, and plenty of European power outlets (220-V).
FACILITIES
- Lounge & Restaurant
These are located on the main deck. All meals are served here buffet-style. The interior design is clean and practical. A large, open doorway leads to the aft platform, where a limited number of guests can also enjoy their meals. Plus, drinking water, tea, and coffee are available 24/7 for free. - Sun Deck
You can get to the spacious sun deck, which has plenty of space to chill out, from the upper deck. It also offers a covered area for some shady moments.Â
DINING
- Dining Area
The Keana's long-time chef whips up local & international specialties and treats, served buffet style. You'll also find freshly caught fish, steaks, pizza, and even vegetarian & vegan dishes on the menu. Snacks, tea, and coffee are served between dives. - Bar & Outdoor Area
The mostly shaded bar, with its amazing views of the Maldivian sea, is super inviting for chilling out and relaxing.
Comfy seating makes it the perfect spot for your morning coffee, cool drinks during the day, or an evening sundowner.
TECHNICAL SPECS
- Built: 2015
- Construction: Wooden hull, wooden superstructure, fiberglass coating on the outside
- Length: 30 meters / Width: 8 meters
- Generators: Cummins 2x 40KW
- Engines: Cummins 500 HP
- Desalination Unit: 9,000 l/day
SAFETY
- Complies with the regulations of the Ministry of Transport and Shipping – Maldives, and Ceylinco insurance requirements.
PAYMENT ON BOARD
- Credit Cards: Visa & Mastercard
- US Dollar
All dives on board the Keana are done from the dhoni.
Because of Maldivian diving rules and some tricky dive spots with strong currents, you'll need at least an AOWD certification to join all the dives without any issues.
You'll need to have at least 30 dives under your belt.
SAMPLE ROUTES
- Central Atolls
- Ari Atoll
- North Route
- Deep South: Malé Gan or Gan Malé One Way (with domestic flight)
You can check out the detailed itineraries, dates, and availability right below, and feel free to send us your inquiry for your next diving vacation anytime:
Routes and availability
The Keana's trips start and end from/to Malé.
For more detailed info on routes, dates & availability, you can find it in the overview listed above, or feel free to ask anytime via office@maldivesandmore.com.
Here are a few route descriptions:
Central Atolls
This is the most common route and takes you to some of the most beautiful dive sites in the Maldives.
Malé Atoll – Ari Atoll – Vaavu Atoll – South Malé Atoll
North Route
Malé Atoll – Baa Atoll – Raa Atoll – Lhaviyani Atoll
Deep South
Because of the long distance, we've planned a 2-week route for this tour, including a domestic flight from Malé to Gan and back.
South Malé Atoll – Vaavu Atoll – Meemu Atoll – Laamu Atoll – Gaafu Alifu Atoll – Gan
10 Days to Thaa Atoll
Ari Atoll – Faafu Atoll – Dhaarlu Atoll – Thaa Atoll – Meemu Atoll – Vaavu Atoll – South Malé Atoll
7 Days Baa & Lhaviyani
Malé Atoll – Baa Atoll – Lhaviyani Atoll
(Source: Keana Maldives)