By: Torben Lonne
Blue Force One will give you a wonderful Maldives experience! It is considered to be one of the three best boats across the Maldives as awarded by the Liveaboard Association of Maldives in 2018. The 42 meters (138 feet) by 12 meters (39 feet) boat is made of steel and houses 11 spacious cabins that could accommodate a maximum of 22 guests. All cabins are equipped with an air conditioning unit, comfortable beds, en-suite bathroom facilities, dresser, and safe box. The boat also features an indoor saloon with modern entertainment facilities, a beautifully designed dining area, a dive deck with platform, and marvelous sun lounges. The boat is equipped with accredited safety and alarm systems and equipment so that safety is never an issue while on board. Guests will surely enjoy the marvelous itineraries in the different atolls of the Maldives with Blue Force One!
Our Overall Review
Things we like:
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Several divers reported that they saw 3 different types of sharks namely the whale and nurse shark. -
Many divers said that the night dives made hundred of mantas come to the boat because they were attracted to the light.
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Many divers noted that the dive guides were professional and made everyone feel safe.
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Many people were happy with the friendly and welcoming nature of the crew.
Things we don't like:
A few people claimed that they had to go through a storm and it was scary.- Some divers noted the currents were strong and some diving experiences had to be cancel.
A few people claimed that they had to go through a storm and it was scary.Where to book:
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Diving on the Blue Force One in the Maldives
Vessel Features
Blue Force One is a luxurious boat that is equipped with the necessary up to date facilities, providing comfort to every guest. The boat is made of steel and is part of the Blue Force Fleet. It runs with a topnotch engine and navigation systems, ensuring quality services all throughout the voyage.
The indoor saloon is fully air-conditioned and is equipped with modern entertainment facilities, which are all upgraded on a regular basis. It includes a flat-screen television, a mini library, comfortable and large sofas, chairs and tables, a computer, a DVD player, and speakers. Guests will surely enjoy the place for chit-chat, a movie, or a read in between dives.
Of course, Blue Force One features outstanding sun decks. There is a partially shaded sun deck on the lower deck, equipped with luxurious sun loungers, tables, chairs, and entertainment facilities. On the upper deck, a larger sun deck could be found which is also equipped with comfortable sun loungers, tables, and chairs, and even a jacuzzi. There is also a bar available for the convenience of the guests. Surely there is a place to get that perfect tan while traversing the blue waters of the Maldives.
The dive deck features a spacious platform that provides convenience to divers or snorkelers. Space is large enough for guests to prepare their diving equipment. There are also large storage boxes for the equipment, charging ports, tables and chairs, a hanging area for wet suits, and freshwater showers so guests could wash off all the sand and salt after their dive.
The boat is also equipped with safety equipment that is in accordance with international standards, including life rafts, life jackets, first aid kits and oxygen, fire fighting and alarm systems, and numerous fire extinguishers.
The Cabins
11 spacious cabins are available onboard, ready to welcome a maximum of 22 guests. On the lower deck, there are 6 cabins and 1 master cabin equipped with double beds. On the main deck, 2 master suites could be found and are equipped with en-suite bathroom facilities, a jacuzzi, and large windows to enjoy the view of Maldivian waters. On the upper deck, there is a junior suite equipped with 1 double and 1 single bed and 1 cabin installed with 2 single beds. All rooms are equipped with an air conditioning unit, a dresser, and a safe box.
Itinerary
Explore the best of Maldives with Ark Nobel. Guests may choose from a range of itineraries such as the Central Atolls to visit several dive sites in Rasdhoo Atoll, Maaya Thila and Vaavu Atoll. These places are popular for their rich marine life, and if you are lucky, you can enjoy the sight of reef sharks, eagle rays, and manta cleaning stations. Paying a visit to the Southern Atolls is also recommended to experience a marvelous channel diving.
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