Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Hammerheads in Saudi. Amazing trip in South Saudi with silky sharks and hammerheads. Wherever you dive, walls or isolated reefs there's always a shark on the sight. The staff is super efficient and so so friendly and helpful as the guides that managed everything in a perfect way. Nitrox is available on each dive and two zodiac are always ready to reach the diving spots from the boat. The boat itself is very confortable, with plenty of space for the equipment and the cabin is very spacious and clean. Food is excellent and really a lot. On top of all that, we were the only boat around and definitely the only ones to reach the deep south of Farasand to explore new diving sites”
Recommended for: Diving, staff and guides, food
Customer Review By Roberto Francesco C, from: Italy scored the Almonda Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 51 reviews and information click here: Almonda Liveaboard .
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Almonda Liveaboard Boat Features
The Almonda Liveaboard scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 8 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Almonda Liveaboard has an air conditioned saloon so you can stay cool between dives. In addition, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Air conditioned saloon
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Available for charter
- • Charging stations
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Indoor saloon
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Free)
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The boat features that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Leisure deck, Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Observation deck, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Deck towels
- • Park
- • Port and Fuel Fees
- • WIFI Internet
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Almonda Liveaboard Cabin Features
The Almonda Liveaboard scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Almonda Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 4 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 8 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • En-suite bathrooms
- • Laundry service
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
- • TV in cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Daily housekeeping, Family cabins, Hair Dryer in Cabin, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
- • Complimentary toiletries
- • Laundry service
Almonda Liveaboard Diving Features
The Almonda Liveaboard scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 15 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Almonda Liveaboard supports both sidemount and technical diving configurations for advanced divers, plus you can even take technical diving courses, so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience, which includes Tec 40, Tec 50, Trimix or rebreather onboard the Almonda Liveaboard — with nitrox included. In addition, it offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry, or for getting your kit ready before transferring to a tender for your next dive. What’s more, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. You’ll also find it includes nitrox, making your dives longer and safer without extra cost.
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Nitrox (Free)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Rinse hoses
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Shaded diving area
- • Sidemount diving
- • Tech diving
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Camera room, Separate rinse for u/w camera, Gear rental, Rebreather support, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Night dives
- • Nitrox
Almonda Liveaboard Food & Dining Features
The Almonda Liveaboard scores 57% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 8 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Almonda Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Full-board option
- • Local food
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Al fresco dining, Beach BBQ, BBQ area, Fine cuisine, Half-board option, Set menu dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Beach BBQ
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Almonda Liveaboard Drink & Refreshment Features
The Almonda Liveaboard scores 28% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 2 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Almonda Liveaboard has a bar for catching up with fellow divers and for relaxing after a long day of diving, where alcoholic beverages are an optional extra cost. In addition, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, and tea & coffee.
- • Bar
- • Free soft drinks
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Beer available, Fine wines selection, Free wine w/dinner, Welcome cocktails, Wine available.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
Almonda Liveaboard Other Recreational Activities
The Almonda Liveaboard scores 23% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 4 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Almonda Liveaboard includes a jacuzzi/hot tub for you to enjoy after a long day of scuba diving to help you fully relax and unwind on your scuba diving holiday.
- • Jacuzzi / hot tub
- • Library
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- • Stand up paddleboard
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Snorkel equipment, Spa, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Stand-up paddle boards
Almonda Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Almonda dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Saudi Arabia. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Almonda Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Beach BBQ
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Complimentary toiletries
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Laundry service
- ✓ Night dives
- ✓ Nitrox
- ✓ Park
- ✓ Port and Fuel Fees
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Soft drinks
- ✓ Stand-up paddle boards
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ WiFi internet
Almonda Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Almonda dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Saudi Arabia.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Almonda Liveaboard.
- + Gratuities
- + Hotel transfer
- + Local transfers
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
Almonda Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Almonda dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Almonda Liveaboard dive trip.
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Vessel Details
- Length: 39.9m (130.9ft)
- Beam: 8.57m (28.1ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 13
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Almonda are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Almonda. Almonda liveaboard scores 76% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 13 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Depth Sounder
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Engine room CCTV
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
- • Search light
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The boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Almonda Liveaboard include the following: Bilge Pump Alarm, Crew Trained in First Aid, E.P.I.R.B. Distress System, Fishfinder.