
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Extraordinary diving experience with a great companion. The whole trip was exceeded my expectations. This was my first liveaboard experience. As expected, I was able to have multiple dives each day, all those dives really helped me to consolidate my diving experiences, although my progress might be a bit slow but I was happy to see my own improvement and my confidence was built up gradually. Wish - our Dive Guide was brilliant with rich experiences and great patience. He guided our team to see more than other teams, lucky us :) The accommodation on the boat was great, comfortable enough. The service team were nice and attentative all the time. Its a shame I didn't even ask their name. Hope to back again for another liveaboard trip next year.”
Recommended for: Accommodation. Food quality. Service standards.
Customer Review By Lijing W, from: China scored the Ariyal Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 52 reviews and information click here: Ariyal Liveaboard .
Ariyal Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Ariyal Liveaboard, it scores 75% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 9 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Ariyal Liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax between dives and attend review briefings in comfort. In addition, it has an indoor saloon, which is air conditioned, so you can stay cool between dives and stay out of the wind and sun. What’s more, 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.
You’ll also find it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are topped up, which means your dive kit is always ready for the next dive. Also, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan, a leisure deck with shade and seating, which is perfect for surface intervals and relaxation. Also, the Ariyal Liveaboard is available for private charter, letting your group tailor itinerary focus and day to day rhythm.
On top of that, it maintains a near one to one crew to guest ratio, which supports quick service and strong safety cover.
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- ✓ Air conditioned saloon
- ✓ Audio & video entertainment
- ✓ Available for charter
- ✓ Charging stations
- ✓ Indoor saloon
- ✓ Leisure deck
- ✓ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- ✓ Sun deck
- ✓ WIFI Internet (Free)
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- ✕ Budget friendly
- ✕ Family Friendly Cruise
- ✕ Observation deck
Boat FAQs for the Ariyal Liveaboard
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Boat information:
- ✓The Ariyal liveaboard provides beach towels and deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓The Ariyal liveaboard offers an airport transfer, which is included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but they do not offer a hotel transfer. Click Hotel Transfers to find liveaboards that offer Hotel Transfers onboard.
- ✓ The Ariyal liveaboard also includes port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- ✓ The Ariyal liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include environment tax, fuel surcharge, and mandatory service charge.
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Ariyal Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Ariyal Liveaboard, it scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Ariyal 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
- 6 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 7 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
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- ✓ Aircon cabins
- ✓ Daily housekeeping
- ✓ En-suite bathrooms
- ✓ Laundry service
- ✓ Non-smoking rooms
- ✓ Seaview cabins
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- ✕ Family cabins
- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Rooms with balcony
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
- ✕ TV in cabins
Cabin FAQs for the Ariyal Liveaboard
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Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
Ariyal Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Ariyal Liveaboard, it scores 55% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 11 of 20 total diving features (see below).
The Ariyal Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, which includes a nitrox course, so you can build on your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, Dives are done from tenders on the Ariyal Liveaboard, so the crew can drop you close to the reef or wreck. What’s more, Photographers are looked after, with a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
After a dive you can rinse off using outside showers or warm water showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. You’ll also find DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Ariyal Liveaboard. Also, A private dive guide is available on the Ariyal Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding.
The Ariyal Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. Plus, Nitrox is included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, which helps you stay within no stop limits and be less tired on repetitive dives, but without any extra cost of nitrox fills. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
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Does the Ariyal Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
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Is sidemount diving supported on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Does the Ariyal Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Ariyal Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Ariyal Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Is rental gear available on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Ariyal Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Ariyal Liveaboard run?
The Ariyal Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 3-5 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Ariyal liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is Included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
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Ariyal Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Ariyal Liveaboard, it scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 10 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Ariyal 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 offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard. What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Ariyal Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Al fresco dining
- ✓ Beach BBQ
- ✓ Buffet style
- ✓ Dietary requirements
- ✓ Full-board option
- ✓ Local food
- ✓ Set menu dinner
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Western food
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- ✕ BBQ area
- ✕ Fine cuisine
- ✕ Half-board option
- ✕ Snacks all day
Dining FAQs for the Ariyal Liveaboard
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Are snacks provided on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Beach BBQ
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Ariyal Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Ariyal Liveaboard, it scores 71% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 5 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Ariyal Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Ariyal Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Beer available
- ✓ Fine wines selection
- ✓ Welcome cocktails
- ✓ Wine available
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- ✕ Free soft drinks
- ✕ Free wine w/dinner
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Ariyal Liveaboard
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Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
Ariyal Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Ariyal Liveaboard, it scores 58% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 10 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below). The Ariyal Liveaboard includes the option to enjoy water skiing and/or wakeboarding for an additional payment on top of the liveaboard price. Additionally, it has kayaks on board for relaxed paddles around calm bays between dives. Plus, it has jet skis onboard to enjoy for an additional charge to the cost of your trip. What’s more, it 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. On top of that, it includes the option to do a spot of fishing to catch your own dinner.
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Ariyal Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Fishing
- Included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Included Jet ski
- Included Kayaks on-board
- Included Library
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel equipment
- Included Stand up paddleboard
- Included Wakeboarding
- Included Water ski
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- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Massage
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Spa
- Not included Yoga
Other Activities FAQs for the Ariyal Liveaboard
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Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
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Is fishing offered on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Ariyal Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Fishing
- • Kayaks
- • Land excursions
- • Snorkelling guide
- • Stand-up paddle boards
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Ariyal Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Ariyal dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Maldives. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Ariyal liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Ariyal liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Beach BBQ
- Included Beach towels
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fishing
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Kayaks
- Included Land excursions
- Included Nitrox
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Snorkelling guide
- Included Special dinner
- Included Stand-up paddle boards
- Included VAT
- Included WiFi internet
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The other features that are not included on the Ariyal liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Tea & coffee
- Not included Soft drinks
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Ariyal Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Ariyal charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Maldives.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Ariyal liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Jet skiing
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Wakeboarding
- Included Water skiing
- Included Wine with dinner
Ariyal Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Ariyal dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. Fuel surcharges may apply depending on fuel prices. See the list below.
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- Included Environment tax
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Mandatory service charge
Ariyal Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 45.0m (147.6ft)
- Beam: 10.0m (32.8ft)
- Max guests: 26
- Cabins: 13
- Bathrooms: 13
Ariyal Liveaboard Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Ariyal Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Ariyal Liveaboard. Ariyal Liveaboard scores 94% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 16 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light
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The ariyal liveaboard boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Ariyal Liveaboard:
- Not included Emergency Rafts