Is The Maldives Legend Zen Right For You?
Quick Facts about the Maldives Legend Zen
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✓ The Maldives Legend Zen Is Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ The Maldives Legend Zen Is Not Ideal For:
- ✗Budget-conscious travelers
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
The Maldives Legend Zen Is Perfect If You Want...
- •Manta ray cleaning stations
- •Whale shark encounters
- •Channel and drift diving
- •Luxury liveaboard experiences
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 8/10 on the boat features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard it scored 8/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Boat Features, as it has 8 of the 10 key boat features (see below).
The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard has audio and video entertainment in the lounge for you to relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives or in the evenings. In addition, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media or upload your latest pictures and videos during your dive trip.
What’s more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive. You’ll also find it holds Smart Voyager accreditation, recognising environmental management and social responsibility.
Below is the full list of 10 key boat features for the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 8 of the 10 key features.
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Smart Voyager accreditation
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Boat FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard provides beach towels and deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Maldives Legend Zen 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 this service.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The Maldives Legend Zen 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, mandatory service charge, national park fees, and port fees.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard is listed as a family friendly cruise and it also has dedicated family cabins too, making it a strong choice for parents travelling with children (see the cabin options below). Click Family Friendly Cruises if you want to see other family friendly liveaboards, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins if you want to compare more boats that offer just family cabins.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 12 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard is a budget-friendly option, ideal if you want to enjoy a liveaboard holiday in Maldives without paying premium-level prices, making it a great choice for cost-conscious scuba divers, clubs, and families who want good value for money while still enjoying comfortable cabins, tasty meals, and easy access to Maldives’s dive sites; you can also check for current deals or discounted departures using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare it with other budget-friendly liveaboards.
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The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the cabin features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard it scored 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Cabin Features, as it has 9 of the 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable if you want to relax in your cabin between dives, and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as complimentary toiletries, daily housekeeping and hair dryers in the cabins, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to your diving trip. You’ll also find it offers TV in cabins so you can unwind and watch TV between dives or in the evening before going to sleep after a long day of scuba diving.
Also, it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. Plus, it has cabins with a balcony so you can sit out and enjoy the sea air and ocean views.
Below is the full list of 10 key cabin features for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 9 of the 10 key features.
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Cabin FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard includes a laundry service, which is an extra charge on top of the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard has dedicated family cabins designed for parents and children to share comfortably, and it is also listed as a family friendly cruise. You can see the different family cabin options in the cabin types section below. If you want to compare more choices, take a look at Liveaboards With Family Cabins for other boats with family cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for more family oriented trips.
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The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 3 Double cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 7 Double/Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 1 Double + 1 single cabin with an ensuite bathroom
- 1 Single cabin with an ensuite bathroom
- 1 Twin cabin with an ensuite bathroom
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the diving features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard it scored 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Diving Features, as it has 9 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, so you can update or advance your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. What’s more, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard. You’ll also find Rebreather support is listed for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard, just confirm sorb, oxygen and bailout in advance. Also, Sidemount diving is available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard for single tank sidemount, tell the boat when you book so they can set this up.
On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. Plus, The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. On top of that, 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.
Below is the full list of 10 key diving features for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 9 of the 10 key features.
Diving FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
The Maldives Legend Zen 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 (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is an extra charge on top of the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard offers diving insurance, which is an optional extra charge. Click Diving insurance to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, diving insurance.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
List of The Maldives dive sites visited by the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
We do not yet have region and dive site data set up for The Maldives.
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 10/10 on the food features SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard it scored 10/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Food Features, as it has 10 of the 10 total key food and dining features (see below).
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements and you can add these in special requests on step two of the booking form. But you are requested to limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies. It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu, so if you are a vegetarian or vegan you’ll definately not go hungry on your dive trip. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy sea views and 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.
Below is the full list of 10 key food features for the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 10 of the 10 key features.
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Beach BBQ (Free)
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Dining FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Dining and food information:
- You can enjoy a Beach BBQ whilst onboard.
- Meals are served buffet style on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard.
- Set menu dinners are listed, which can feel more structured at meal times.
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the drinks & refreshments SDE Liveaboard Rating
BelowWhen I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard it scored 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Drinks and Refreshment Features, as it has 9 of the 10 total key drink and refreshment features (see below). In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water and tea & coffee in the trip price.
Below is the full list of 10 key drinks & refreshments features for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 9 of the 10 key features.
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Bar
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Drinking water (Free)
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Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
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Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Tea & coffee
The Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 6/10 on the non-diver companion SDE Liveaboard Rating
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard it scored 6/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 6 of the 10 total key non-diver companion features (see below).
The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as kayaks, stand up paddleboards, water skiing, jet skis and wakeboarding. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, Kayaks are available onboard the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, a simple way to stretch out between dives, explore sheltered bays, and enjoy light exercise while spotting wildlife from the surface. What’s more, Stand up paddleboards are available onboard the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, a fun way to build core stability and enjoy quiet paddles between dives.
A jacuzzi or hot tub is available on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, ideal for warming up after night dives or unwinding after a long day of diving. You’ll also find Wellness options are available on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, such as massage, spa treatments, or a sauna to unwind between or after dive days. These can be great options for non-divers as well. Also, Jet skis are available on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, offering an exciting way to enjoy the surface between dives.
Water skiing is available on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, providing energetic fun during surface intervals. Plus, Wakeboarding is available on the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard, offering an energetic ride and a great contrast to relaxed dive days.
Below is the full list of 10 key non-diver companion features for the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 6 of the 10 key features.
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Non-Dive Companion FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- Fishing
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard it scored 4/5 on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 4 of the 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive. You’ll also find it has free WiFi internet onboard, which makes it easier to back up RAW files to the cloud and share images with friends and family while you are at sea.
Below is the full list of 5 key underwater photographer features for the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 4 of the 5 key features.
Underwater photographer FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Does the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
When I reviewed the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard it scored 2/3 on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 2 of the 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you dive rebreather, the Maldives Legend Zen provides support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are in place, because this can vary by region and itinerary. In addition, If you dive sidemount, the Maldives Legend Zen only supports single-tank sidemount, which can affect how you configure your gear, so it is worth confirming the set-up before you finalise your trip.
Below is the full list of 3 key tech diving features for the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. This liveaboard includes 2 of the 3 key features.
Tech diving FAQs for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard?
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Maldives Legend Zen Included in the Price
When you book the Maldives Legend Zen 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 Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Maldives Legend Zen 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 Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fishing
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Snacks
- Included Special dinner
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included WiFi internet
Show features not included in the price
The other features that are not included on the Maldives Legend Zen 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 Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Soft drinks
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Maldives Legend Zen Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Maldives Legend Zen 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 Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Diving insurance
- Included Gratuities
- Included Kayaks
- Included Land excursions
- Included Laundry service
- Included Massage
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Spa
- Included Stand-up paddle boards
Maldives Legend Zen Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Maldives Legend Zen dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Maldives.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. Fuel surcharges may apply depending on fuel prices. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Maldives Legend Zen liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Environment tax
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Mandatory service charge
- Included National park fees
- Included Port fees
Maldives Legend Zen Vessel Details
- Length: 41.0m (134.5ft)
- Beam: 11.0m (36.1ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 12
Maldives Legend Zen Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard. Maldives Legend Zen Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 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 Emergency Rafts
- 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