Cruise through the atolls on the dhoni Stella, an exclusive luxury live-aboard yacht. Surf, snorkel, dive and relax, visit village islands and discover the real Maldives.

Stella Surf &
Cultural Cruises

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Discover the Real Maldives
If you want to see the real Maldives and experience island life beyond the resorts, a cruise on the Stella could be just what you want.
With just two cabins, one double and one twin, this luxury boat lets you plan your own itinerary through the inner atolls, stopping at your choice of surf spots, dive sites and traditional village islands.

Hit the breaks in North Male' Atoll in luxury, live-aboard style. Get to great waves like Chickens and Colas before the resort boats arrive, and enjoy sunset sessions after the day-trippers have left. Cruise three hours further south and explore the lesser known reefs of South Male' Atoll. The breaks are usually smaller, but they're an excellent alternative when the swell is up, and a great option for the casual surfer who wants an easy, uncrowded wave.(Click here for more about Maldives Surf).

In the evening your boat can stop at a resort, so you can enjoy drinks at a bar, a disco night or a cultural show.

The itinerary can be flexible, depending on the weather and sea conditions and the wishes of the guests.

The boat captain is a qualified divemaster who knows the atolls and coral reefs, and the best sites for snorkeling or diving (international diving certificate required for scuba diving).

You can also fish from the boat, and have your catch cooked fresh for dinner.
The Dhoni Stella offers access to local islands where you can discover the daily life of Maldivian villages, see traditional boat building and taste the typical food of Maldivian families.
The "Stella"«
Stella is an exclusive live-a-board with two cabins only, for a family, couples or 2-4 friends. It's a luxury, 70-foot craft which combines the style of a traditional local dhoni with the comfort, elegance and efficiency of a modern motor yacht. The sophisticated, eco-friendly battery system provides power at night without generator noise or vibration.

The timber-lined cabins are fully air-conditioned and feature flat-screen TV with DVD, en-suite bathroom, security safe and a choice of queen or twin beds,



The chef on board offers a fine selection of international cuisine and local dishes, with seafood a speciality. Water, tea and coffee are included during meals, and there's a selection of wine, beer and cocktails available in the dining room and from the bar.

A 210 hp Yanmar diesel engine gives Stella a speed of 13 knots. Other equipment includes an on board desalinator, diesel generator, 165 ltr fridge and freezer, 3500 ltr water tank, and all required safety equipment.




Tour Packages «

Stella cruises are booked as a charter, on a group basis only.

Guests are met on arrival at the Maldives international airport and are transferred directly to the boat, which is fully stocked and equipped for the group.


Alternatively, depending on arrival time, guests may be accommodated at the very comfortable airport hotel for the first night, then join the boat the following morning.

For the rest of the trip, you're free to make your own itinerary and decide, in conjunction with the skipper, where you'll surf, dive, fish or visit.

Stella cruises include airport transfers, on board accommodation, all meals and drinking water.
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