central atolls
maldives

Beginners Friendly Dive Trip

Central Atolls, Maldives

YOGA x SCUBA WITH ANKITA KONWAR

Diver Requirements

  • Open Water Divers:
    Welcome Onboard
  • Advanced Open Water Recommended:
    For deeper dives and night dive thrills

17th to 24th May 2025

Welcome to Yoga x Scuba

Dive Deeper—Into the Ocean & Yourself

This is not just a dive trip. It’s a journey of mind, body, and breath. Led by the adventurous and soulful Ankita Konwar—ultra-runner, yogi, and certified diver—this curated experience blends the meditative flow of yoga with the thrill of exploring the Maldives’ vibrant reefs.

 

From manta rays and whale sharks to sunset asanas and Yoga Nidra, you’ll stretch your limits above and below sea level. Onboard the award-winning MV Sachika, you’ll wake up to sunrise yoga, dive into stunning atolls, and unwind under the stars.

 

This is scuba for the soul.

Where You’ll Be Diving

Sipadan Island

One of the world’s top five dive destinations. Expect adrenaline-pumping drift dives, massive schools of fish, bumphead parrotfish, sharks, and turtle encounters on nearly every dive.

Mabul Island

Welcome to macro heaven. Frogfish, ghost pipefish, flamboyant cuttlefish, and other rare critters make every inch of the reef worth inspecting.

Kapalai Reef

A beautiful blend of sandy slopes and artificial reefs. Perfect for chilled-out dives with surprising marine life and loads of photography opportunities.

Seaventures House Reef

Your personal playground beneath the rig. Dive in at your own pace—day or night—and uncover a world teeming with marine life right under your feet.

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South Malé Atoll

A colorful marine protected area with vibrant coral life and swirling schools of trevally and snapper. Perfect for wide-angle thrills.

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Vaavu Atoll (Felidhoo)

Home to adrenaline-pumping channels, graceful grey reef sharks, and thrilling night dives with nurse sharks.

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Ari Atoll

Year-round manta rays, whale sharks, and a kaleidoscope of marine life. A dreamland for underwater photographers and ocean lovers.

Itinerary

What You’ll experience

Whale Sharks

Manta

Grey Reef Sharks

Nudibranchs

Sunrise to Sunset Yoga Sessions

Bioluminescence

Accomodation

MV Sachika

A 3-time winner of “Best Diving Safari in Maldives,” MV Sachika is your luxurious floating home.

Why divers & yogis love it

  • Spacious twin-sharing cabins
  • Jacuzzi, sun deck, and cozy lounge
  • Full-board meals & snacks
  • Dedicated camera room
  • Dive dhoni for seamless water access
  • Yoga space on deck
  • Warm water showers & AC
  • Optional WiFi available
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Cost Breakdown

Standard Room (Twin Sharing): INR 1,19,000 + Taxes

Deluxe Room: Available on request. Ask us for upgrade options.

What’s Included

  • 4N/5D at Seaventures Dive Rig (A/C Standard Room, twin-sharing)
  • 3 meals daily + tea, coffee, and water
  • Roundtrip transfers: Tawau – Semporna – Dive Rig
  • ~14 dives, including 1 day at Sipadan (subject to permit)
  • 1 night dive (certified divers only)
  • Unlimited buddy dives on the house reef
  • Tanks, weights, and belts
  • Complimentary WiFi

What’s Not Included

  • International flights & visa
  • Dive gear rentals (BCD, fins, wetsuit, etc.)
  • Sipadan permit fee (MYR 350 per diver/day)
  • Sipadan entrance fee (MYR 100 per person/day)
  • Dive computer (mandatory – rent or bring your own)
  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, snacks
  • Personal expenses, souvenirs, and tips
  • Dive & travel insurance (mandatory)

Gear Rental

Let us know in advance to reserve gear.

Payment & Cancellation

Payment Terms

  • 50% deposit to confirm
  • Balance due by 10th May 2025

Cancellation Policy

  • No refunds on cancellations or no-shows
  • No refunds for missed dives/services
  • All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable

Faqs

Yes, recommended. WiFi is available onboard, but limited.

Check-in: 2 PM | Check-out: 12 PM

  • Arrival: Land – 7:30 AM | Boat – 10:00 AM
  • Departure: Boat – 2:00 PM | Land – 3:00 PM

 28°C to 30°C

Limited by the government. Issued first-come, first-served. We’ll do our best to secure yours.

Mumbai → Kuala Lumpur → Tawau → Semporna → Seaventures

Yes, rental gear is available. Check Gear Rental above.

Boat dives at Sipadan, Mabul, Kapalai + night & house reef dives.

Absolutely. Let us know if you’d like to do Advanced or any specialties.

Yes. DAN or equivalent is required.

The Yoga x Scuba trip will take place from 17th to 24th May 2025.

A 50% payment is required to reserve your spot. The remaining balance is due by 17th March 2025.

30% of your payment is non-refundable. If you cancel less than 30 days before departure, no refund will be issued.

All yoga sessions will be led by Ankita Konwar, a certified instructor and experienced wellness practitioner.

The itinerary includes approximately 16–18 dives, including one night dive.

Yes, you can complete your Advanced Open Water or specialty courses while onboard. Just let us know in advance.

Yes, dive insurance (such as DAN) is mandatory for all divers joining the trip.

WiFi is available onboard for an additional charge, but we recommend getting a local SIM card for more reliable connectivity.

Absolutely! Solo travelers are welcome. A single occupancy surcharge will apply if you prefer not to share a cabin.

The boat accepts cash (USD/EUR) and credit cards (Visa/MasterCard). Note: a 4% fee applies to card payments.