Dive & Water Sports Center The true essence of a Maldivian island paradise, Jumeirah Vittaveli is surrounded by incredible coral reefs only a few meters from the island. The waters that surround it are perfectly suited to a wide range of activities from fun kayaking and wakeboarding sessions, romantic sunset cruises, to extreme adventure with night diving. Our PADI & VDWS certified Best Dives Dive & Water Sports Center offers courses and expeditions to suit all ages and desires. Please do speak to our professionals on your preferences; we ll help select an activity that s right for you
Excursions Snorkeling Excursions Explore the surrounding reef of Vittaveli and compare the different marine life with other reefs nearby. Snorkeling Exploration: Every morning we depart at 10.30 and will come back around 12.30. Snorkel House reef: Every afternoon we depart at 15.30 and will come back around 17.00. Reservation required. Snorkel Exploration by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 2 hours 55,00 per person Snorkel House reef by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 1,5 hour 45,00 per person Night Snorkeling by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 1,5 hour 85,00 per person Snorkel Safari by Catamaran Min. 2 persons 2 hours 125,00 per person Snorkel Safari by Jet Ski Min. 2 persons 2 hours 295,00 per person Sunset Fishing Experience the thrill of fishing in Maldivian waters, and the opportunity for the chefs to cook your catch for dinner. Red snapper, job fish, groupers, emperors, squirrelfish and barracudas are on the menu! Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday we depart at 18.30 and will come back around 20.30. Reservation required. Sunset fishing by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 2 hours 95,00 per person Private Sunset fishing Max.4 persons 2 hours 400,00 per Dhoni Private Sunset fishing by Dhoni Extra per person 2 hours 125,00 per person Sunset Cruise Take in the spectacular sunsets from the middle of the Indian Ocean, offering picturesque opportunities and romantic moments with a glass of Champagne and canapés. Every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday we depart at 18.30 and will come back around 20.00. Reservation required. Sunset Cruise by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 1,5 hour 175,00 per person Private Sunset Cruise by Dhoni Min. 2 persons 1,5 hour 225,00 per person For more information or reservation contact the Dive & Water Sports Center ( 8347
Excursions Local Island Visit Discover Maldivian culture and daily life in our trip across the ocean to a local island. This is a lovely opportunity to purchase some lovely souvenirs too. Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday we depart at 14.00 and will come back around 18.00. Reservation required. Local Island by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 4 hours 75,00 per person Local Island by Touring 38 Min. 4 persons 4 hours 100,00 per person Male Visit Visit the Capital city of Male, Explore its Heritage; the Sultan s park, The Islamic center, Hukurumiskiy and the fish market are just some of the attractions that are just walking distance from each other. And since you are in the city don t forget to fill up on supplies and souvenirs at the local shopping district. Every Tuesday and Sunday we depart at 14.00 and will come back around 18.00. Reservation required. Visit Male by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 4 hours 75,00 per person Visit Male by Touring 38 Min. 4 persons 4 hours 100,00 per person Submarine (optional) Submarine surcharge On availability 2 hours 90,00 per person Full Day Trip Combine the excitement of Snorkeling, Visiting the local islands and lunch on a deserted island. We start in the morning and return in the evening on one of our traditional Dhoni s. Every Thursday we depart at 10.00 and will come back around 17.00. Reservation required Full day trip by Dhoni Min. 4 persons 8 hours 300,00 per person
Big Game fishing Bertram 54 The Maldivians have been fishermen for generations, and yet the game continues with Tuna, Trevally, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi and the legendary Marlins. Take your turn in the game, 4 hours with our experienced Skipper and crew aboard the world renowned Bertram 54. Big Game fishing 4 hours 1.500,00 Big Game fishing Every extra hour 400,00
Water Sports Water Sports Center Our Water Sports Center is VDWF certified, all of our water sports instructors and water sports guides are trained to assist and train you in the best way you can imagine. Snorkeling Lessons Snorkel lesson 1 person 65,00 per person Snorkel lesson 2 person 55,00 per person Wind Surfing Windsurf lesson 1 hour 85,00 per person Windsurf resort course 4 hours 160,00 per person Windsurf VDWS course 8 hours 305,00 per person Kite Surfing Kite surf resort course 4 hours 450,00 per person Kite surf VDWS course 8 hours 800,00 per person Catamaran Catamaran Orientation lesson 1 hour 45,00 per person Catamaran Sailing with Skipper 1 hour 85,00 per person Catamaran lesson 2 persons 1hour 100,00 per person Catamaran Resort Course 4 hours 365,00 per person Catamaran VDWS Course 8 hours 485,00 per person Catamaran Snorkeling Safari 2 hours 182,50 per person
Water Sports Water Ski Water ski 15 min. 70,00 per person Water ski lesson 25 min. 90,00 per person Fun Toy Fun Toy 1 seat 10 min. 70,00 per person Fun Toy 2 seats 10 min. 45,00 per person Fun Toy 4 seats 10 min. 35,00 per person Banana riding Max. 6 persons 10 min. 45,00 per person Jet Ski Jet Ski 15 min. 95,00 per Jet Ski Jet Ski 30 min. 190,00 per Jet Ski Jet Ski 1 hour 295,00 per Jet Ski Jet Ski Snorkel Safari 2 hours 295,00 per person
Diving Excursions Dive Center Break the surface of an endless blue. A liquid world of pulsating life. Exotic creatures flash by. A color spectrum you have never seen before. Discover the underwater spectacle of the Maldives with Best Dives & Water Sports Centre. Diving for certified divers Dive with ease, above and below the water. A full dive valet service comes with all of our dives, so you need never handle your equipment except while diving. Relax in comfort before and after your diving adventure with post-dive refreshments and ample facilities. 1 4 Dives Including equipment, tanks, weights and boat fees 110,00 per dive 5 10 Dives Including equipment, tanks, weights and boat fees 100,00 per dive 10 or more Dives Including equipment, tanks, weights and boat fees 95,00 per dive Discount use own equipment - BCD/ Regulator/ Wetsuit / Dive computer 7,50 per piece Rental Equipment Underwater Torch Digital Underwater Camera 15,00 per trip 70,00 per trip Private Guide Private Guide Private Guide 150,00 per dive 800,00 per day
Diving Courses PADI Diving Course Your first time? You can have your first glimpse of a whole new underwater world of fish and coral landscape with the Discover Scuba Dive. If you like it you can continue the course to become a certified PADI Diver or make just another dive. Prices for courses include all necessary equipment, boat fees, study material and certification fee. Experience Program Bubble Maker is a great way to introduce your children to scuba diving in less than six feet of water. It s fun, easy and safe. If you want to find out but aren t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it. Bubble Maker Includes 1 dive 100,00 per person Discover Scuba Diving Includes 1 dive 175,00 per person Discover Scuba Repeat Includes 1 dive 125,00 per person Discover Scuba (Skills only) 75,00 per person Entry Level Get your PADI scuba certification. If you ve always wanted to learn how to scuba dive or simply see the wondrous world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. Short on time and long on the urge to become a certified diver? The PADI Scuba Diver course might just be for you. Scuba Diver (includes 2 dives) Includes 2 dives 575,00 per person Open Water Diver (includes 4 dives) Includes 4 dives 875,00 per person Upgrade Scuba Diver to Open Water Diver Includes 2 dives 375,00 per person Referral (per dive) Per dive 150,00 per person
Diving Courses CONTINUING EDUCATION Exploration, Excitement, Experiences. They re what the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about. And no, you don t have to be advanced to take it it s designed so you can go straight into it after the PADI Open Water Diver course. Adventure Dive Includes 1 dive 225,00 per person Adventure Diver course Includes 5 dives 480,00 per person Advanced Open Water Includes 3 dives 655,00 per person RESCUE DIVER COURSE Challenging and rewarding best describe the PADI Rescue Diver course. Building upon what you ve already learned, this course expands on what you already know about how to prevent problems, and how to manage them if they occur. Rescue Diver Includes 3 dives 650,00 per dive Emergency First Responder No dives 220,00 per dive SPECIALTIES Want to become a specialist in diving, ask in the Dive Centre, which of the PADI Specialty Diver courses are available. Nitrox Diver (includes 2 dives) Includes 2 dives 380,00 per dive Various Specialties Available on request
Diving Courses Private Dive Courses Private dives, guides and boats are available on request. For all private diving has to be booked 2 days in advanced. Boat fees are not included in the price. Private Bubble Maker 1 person 270,00 per person Private Bubble Maker 2 persons 190,00 per person Private PADI Discover Scuba Diving 1 person 350,00 per person Private PADI Discover Scuba Diving 2 persons 275,00 per person Private PADI Scuba Diver Course 1 person 1.250,00 per person Private PADI Scuba Diver Course 2 persons 900,00 per person Private PADI Open Water Diver Course 1 person 1.900,00 per person Private PADI Open Water Diver Course 2 persons 1.375,00 per person Private PADI Advanced Open Water Course 1 person 1.430,00 per person
Private Charter Windy 52 Xanthos The soul of a super cruiser The Windy 52 Xanthos is unashamedly special, a premium quality high performance Motor Yacht. Step on board and the skill of the Windy shipyard is immediately evident The Xanthos is designed to go to sea, her hull slicing through the waves an outstanding experience with exceptional forward vision from the smooth and level riding hull design. The Windy comes with a large electric sunroof, the effect when it is open is almost one of an open boat; fully close the doors and the wheelhouse becomes a luxurious saloon, light and airy. At night it becomes cozy and welcoming, everywhere the Windy's obsessive quest for quality is evident. A wide stairway leads down from the upper saloon and the style and finesse of the woodwork is immediately apparent. To starboard there is a large galley that blends in perfectly with the rich quality feel of the high gloss timberwork and opposite is the saloon - this area exudes the aura of a serious, immaculately appointed motor yacht. The forward stateroom has its own spacious shower/heads compartment and there are also two luxurious guest cabins. Length Overall 15.80m (52') Beam 4.40m (14'5 ) Height Overall 4.40m (14'5 ) Cabins 1 Master + 02 Guest Berths 06 Cruising 10 Crew 3 Max Speed 37 knot Range 250 Nautical miles Year 2008 Hans J. Johnsen 4 hours 3.000,00 per charter 8 hours 5.000,00 per charter 16 hours 8.000,00 per charter
Private Charter Best Dives Oryx 40 In 2008, Gulf Craft launched the Oryx 40 Fly, offering marine sports cruiser enthusiasts with outstanding value for money and uncompromising water performance. The ORXY Sport Yachts combine power and Performance with Exceptional styling. Rigid and robust. These creations are built for luxury and comfort, with an eye for detail and a dedication to excellent workmanship. Enjoy The Oryx 40 is ideal for cruising around, snorkeling and even diving. Enjoy the luxury when you cruise to Male or one of the local islands. Specifications: Over length: 40 (12.20m) Length Waterline:36 02 (11.02m) Beam: 12 06 (3.80m) Draft: 2 03 (0.7m) Fuel Capacity: 300 US Gal (1,136L) Water Capacity: 75 US Gal (284L) Displacement: 10 ton approx. Power Options:2X Volvo Penda IPS, 400 hp Generator: 10kW Diesel Air Conditioning: 48,000 BTU Charter Luxury Speedboat Oryx 40 4 hours 2.500,00 Charter Luxury Speedboat Oryx 40 8 hours 4.500,00 Charter Luxury Speedboat Oryx 40 16 hours 7.000,00
Private Charter Touring 38 Charter Speedboat-Touring 38 Max. 10 persons First hour 500,00 per hour Charter Speedboat-Touring 38 Max. 10 persons Every extra hour 400,00 per hour Swan 20 Charter Speedboat-Swan 20 Max. 4 persons First hour 300,00 per hour Charter Speedboat-Swan 20 Max. 4 persons Every extra hour 250,00 per hour