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On Board the M/V Orion
Maldives
M/V Orion
Come and discover the Maldives, a small Ancient
Oceanic Civilization, home to the graceful Cleaning
Manta Rays, Feeding Whalesharks, and countless
varieties of Pelagic Hunters, roaming from the
Depths of the Indian Ocean into the Coral Reef
Atoll Structures to feed and amaze.
8-Day 7-Night Itineraries
MV
Maldives Luxury Safari Cruiser
Ideally placed in the middle of the Indian Ocean,
Maldives has year round diving, with two main
seasons bringing different conditions and diving
adventures. Oceanic Currents drift across the
Maldives bringing with them magical creatures that
divers come to see and interact with. Prepare for an
awe inspiring underwater adventure aboard M/V
Orion, Maldives.
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Indulge in a massage on deck, enjoy the comforts of August – October
our fully-stocked bar, and bask in the sun while relaxing Manta Madness-Exclusive Route!
in the Jacuzzi. North Male Atoll: Manta Cleaning Stations
11 guest rooms are all furnished with the ambience of
Rasdhoo Atoll: Hammerhead Blue Dive
a Maldivian resort. Every room comprises of Ari Atoll: Whalesharks & Grey Reef Sharks
double/twin beds, room to room intercom, Plasma TV, October – January and May
and beautifully tiled bathrooms.
All rooms have en suite toilet and shower facilities, with The Best of Maldives
2 of the rooms having the added luxury of bathtubs. North Male Atoll: Manta Cleaning - December
Our magnificent executive suite even comes with its Rasdhoo Atoll: Hammerhead Blue Dive
own private open air Jacuzzi & Sun Deck. North Ari Atoll: Mantas & Grey Reef Sharks
South Ari Atoll: Whalesharks
3 Distinct Dive Experiences South Male Atoll: Pelagic Action
Manta Cleaning Station: As the name suggests at these January –May
types of dive sites you will find manta rays between South Central/Deep South Atolls, Southern Sharks
3.5m and 6m wide gracefully hovering over a large Cruise Inclusions
coral block filled with tiny cleaning wrasse.
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red-tooth trigger fish, blue striped snappers, and fusiliers.
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Atolls with channels allowing water to flow in and out.
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Sharks are encountered. On rare occasions species ‡ $LUSRUW WUDQVIHUV
such as Sailfish, Dorado, Great Hammerheads, Silky Please contact us to customize a Group Charter
Sharks and Tiger Sharks can be seen. Great care should Itinerary for you.
be taken as currents can be strong on these dives.
Contact Us
For more information or to make a
booking, please contact M/V
Orion at info@mvorion.com & visit
www.mvorion.com