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Aboard the M/V Ocean Divine




                                                                                                                                 The M/V Ocean Divine, a true labor of love for French    ample opportunities for down-time  between dives.
    Maldives                                                                                                                     owners/operators David and Gaelle Mesnard, was           On board is an experienced masseuse and Spa for

                                                                                                                                 dreamed, designed and constructed by David on the
                                                                                                                                 Maldivian Atoll of Kaafu between 2003 – 2006.            those seeking mental and physical relaxation and
                                                                                                                                                                                          rejuvenation while on holiday. Our Master Chef expertly
     M/V Ocean Divine                                                                                                            M/V Ocean Divine accommodates only 14 guests in          prepares and delivers an amazing selection of local

                                                                                                                                 seven large, well appointed, en-suite staterooms–all     and  international dishes sure to take your breath away.
                                                                                                                                 with individual climate control, ensuring the ultimate   A fully stocked bar, including an excellent selection of
                                                                                                                                 experience on board.                                     imported fine wines, provides every comfort of home.
   Underwater is the true “Magic of the Maldives.” With calm,   to ensure you experience sites seldom visited by others,
   crystal clear waters and mild currents the Maldives offers   providing an unhurried, uncrowded and therefore                  The vessel features hand crafted Mahogany floors and     Padded sun lounges on the aft deck and a spacious,
   some of the world’s  best  diving!  Our team of highly     unparalleled underwater experience.                                timber work and spacious living spaces equipped with     covered forward deck with lounges assure maximum
                                                                                                                                                                                          comfort outside whether seeking a golden sun tan or
                                                                                                                                 comfortable lounges. A modern multimedia entertain-
   qualified & experienced Dive Masters will show you “sea    It is this attention to detail that makes your trip aboard the     ment system, wi-fi and phone allow you to stay as  con-  shaded sea breezes for reading and relaxing with friends.
   scenes” from your dreams – channel dives, Thila dives, wall   M/V Ocean Divine a vacation experience with memories            nected (or disconnected) as you wish and provide
   dives and more offer opportunities for encounters with                     that will last a life time.

   whale sharks, all manner of other sharks, schooling                        Arrive as a guest – leave as a friend.             Cruise Highlights/Itineraries
   pelagics, manta rays and a kaleidoscope of tropicals all

   staged upon glorious hard and soft corals.                                                                                    North Atolls: 7/10 nights             channel dive. Caves with soft         range of pelagics. Oceanic sharks
                                                                                                                                 Unspoiled reef, no crowds. Shark      corals. Sharks and Thilas. Mantas     and Hammerheads. Night dive
   David and Gaelle Mesnard, along                                                                                               cleaning station. Manta cleaning      cleaning station. Beautiful islands   with sharks.

   with their skilled team, work hard                                                                                            station. Diving and snorkeling with   and sand banks. Fantastic night       Southern Atolls: 10/14 night
                                                                                                                                 dolphins. Amazing Thilas underwa-     dives                                 Simply the best dive site of the
                                                                                                                                 ter pinnacle. Soft corals and         Felidu/Meemu Atoll: 7/10 nights       Maldives. One way up or back by
                                                                                                                                 amazing amount of fish.
                                                                                                                                                                       Mostly channel dives with big fish.    domestic flight.  The best corals of
                                                                                                                                 Ari Atoll: 7/10 nights                Long drift dives with soft coral.     the Maldives. Whale sharks. Chan-
                                                                                                                                 Most popular dive sites, Thilas full of   Virgin islands. Few crowds. The   nel, Thilas, the best. Virgin islands
                                                                                                                                 life. Manta cleaning station. Whale   real Maldives                         every day. Sharks, sharks, sharks!
                                                                                                                                 sharks. Soft coral (west side). Ham-  Central Atoll Laamu to Male: 10 nights
                                                                                                                                 merhead sharks (Rasdhoo Atoll)
                                                                                                                                                                       Arrival direct with domestic plane    Stop thinking.
                                                                                                                                 Ari/Felidu Atoll: 7/10 nights         on site and back with the boat to

                                                                                                                                 Beautiful wrecks. Big pelagics in     Male. Best channel dives. All                Start dreaming.






                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Contact Us




                                                                                                                                                                                                                     For more information on M/V
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Ocean Divine or to make a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     booking please email us at
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     gaelle@ocean-stripe.com

                                                                                      www.DivEncounters.com                                                                                                          or visit our web site
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     www.ocean-divine.com
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