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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