Welcome Aboard » The AMBA Liveaboard Dive Safari

Step aboard the AMBA, a 32-meter dive safari vessel crafted from solid tropical hardwood – a fusion of German precision and Maldivian craftsmanship. Owned and operated by a German team with over 25 years of liveaboard experience, the AMBA is more than just a dive boat – it’s a passion project. The owners live on board with their dedicated crew and personally guide each tour to ensure exceptional service and unforgettable dive experiences. Dive briefings are conducted in English, and German-speaking guests are warmly accommodated as well.

Luxury & Relaxation on Board

Experience unparalleled comfort aboard the AMBA, designed to accommodate up to 20 guests across four spacious decks:

Air-conditioned Lounge

  • Three freshly prepared meals daily
  • International, Asian, Maldivian & Indian cuisine
  • Wide selection of vegan dishes

Shaded Deck & Kiosk

  • Relax in the cool shade with complimentary water, tea, coffee and electrolyte drinks
  • Snacks, beer, wine, and icecream available at the onboard kiosk at fair prices

Partially Covered Sun Deck

  • Dedicated service team
  • Perfect for sunbathing or sunset cocktails

Comfortable, Air-conditioned Cabins

  • Tastefully appointed for restful nights
All meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, Instant Coffee and Tea) are included. Enhance your on­board experience with drinks and treats from our well-stocked kiosk—your perfect refreshment stops.
AMBA - Sonnendeck
AMBA - Dining Room
AMBA - Schattendeck

Ultimate Dive Comfort: Our Spacious Dhoni

Our 18-meter dive dhoni is designed for effortless diving and maximum convenience:

Seamless Transfers

  • Direct pickup at the airport jetty

Easy Water Entry

  • Six wide dive exitpoints with one sturdy boarding ladders

Onboard Amenities

  • Freshwater showers & Western-style toilet
  • Two rinse basins for cameras and gear

Premium Filling Facilities

  • 15-liter tanks & meticulously maintained Bauer compressors with Pure Air System
  • Nitrox (32%) included, rental equipment available

Post-Dive Care

  • Towels provided on the dhoni
  • Rinse and wash your gear on board

Dive in comfort and efficiency on every excursion!

Effortless Departures: Transfers from Malé

Begin and end your dive safari right at the Malé harbor—no domestic flights required.
Airport Pickup at Velana

  • Convenient transfers between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM
  • Direct transfer to the vessel for a seamless start

Enjoy a stress-free journey from arrival to dive deck!

Experienced Crew & Unmatched Safety

Local Expertise

  • Our Maldivian core crew knows the vessel inside and out.
    Seasonal diveguides
  • International instructors with over 3,000 dives each ensure your underwater adventures are both thrilling and safe.

Modern Maintenance & Protocols

  • Cutting-edge equipment and rigorous safety checks, all professionally maintained.

Safety is our top priority—dive with confidence!

Daily Dive Adventures for Experienced Divers

Kick off each day with a relaxed dive site to test your gear, then enjoy up to three dynamic dives.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 30 logged dives
  • Comfortable diving in moderate currents
  • Ability to ascend independently with a safety buoy in a buddy team

Ready for your next underwater challenge? Dive with us!

There are 7 carefully selected routes to choose from

12 days / 11 nights – 2–3 dives per day
Best of Central North. The tour starts in Malé and goes via Rasdhoo, Ari, and Vaavu back to Malé.
12 days / 11 nights – 2–3 dives per day
Best of Central South. The tour covers the central and southern Ari Atoll, Meemu, Vaavu, and Malé Atoll.
9 days / 8 nights – 2–3 dives per day
The “Hanifaru Manta & Whale Shark Special” tour takes place in the northern Maldives and includes North Malé and Baa Atoll, featuring a multi-day highlight in Hanifaru Bay.
14 days / 13 nights – 2–3 dives per day
Maldives Deep South: from Malé via Vaavu – Meemu – Thaa – Laamu – Huvadhoo to Fuvahmulah.

14 days / 13 nights – 2–3 dives per day
Maldives Deep South: from Fuvahmulah via Huvadhoo – Laamu – Thaa – Meemu – Vaavu to Malé.

15 days / 14 nights – 2–3 dives per day
Xmas Special Best of Central Maldives South & North: Rasdhoo – Ari – Vaavu – Meemu – Malé Atolls.
8 days / 7 nights – 2–3 dives per day
Best of Maldives: Corals, Channels, and Sharks, South Ari – Vaavu – Malé.

Spacious, Air-Conditioned Cabins

The AMBA offers four cabin categories, each featuring its own bathroom with a Westernstyle toilet:

Upper Deck Cabins (With Private Terrace)

  • One double bed & one single bed
  • Large, exclusive outdoor terrace

Upper Deck Cabins (Without Terrace)

  • One double bed
  • Cozy, well-ventilated layout

Lower Deck Cabins (Single Beds)

  • Two single beds
  • Ideal for friends or dive buddies

Lower Deck Cabins (Double Beds)

  • One double bed
  • Perfect for couples

Included Amenities:

  • Daily cabin service
  • Fresh towels & soap
  • Full air-conditioning

Täglicher Zimmerservice, Duschhandtücher, Seife inklusive.

AMBA - Luxury Cabin
AMBA - Upper Deck Cabin
AMBA - Lower Deck Cabin

Our guests

Happy and satisfied guests are our motivation.

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Caroline Boysen
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My trip aboard the AMBA was exceptional from start to finish. The vessel itself is beautiful, combining traditional Maldivian craftsmanship with modern comfort. The spacious, air-conditioned cabins, generous lounge areas, and large sun deck provided plenty of room to relax between dives. What truly sets AMBA apart is the atmosphere on board. The crew is incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional, making every guest feel welcome from day one. The dive operation is extremely well organized, with detailed briefings, excellent safety standards, and a team that genuinely cares about delivering the best possible experience. A special mention goes to Cruise Director Stefan, who does a fantastic job. His passion, professionalism, and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of the trip. Whether coordinating the daily schedule, sharing his extensive knowledge of the dive sites, or ensuring that every guest feels comfortable and well looked after, Stefan consistently goes above and beyond. His leadership plays a huge role in creating the relaxed, friendly, and professional atmosphere that makes AMBA such a pleasure to travel on. The food was another highlight. Every meal was fresh, varied, and delicious, offering a great mix of international, Asian, and local Maldivian cuisine. There was always something to look forward to after a dive. Of course, the real stars of the trip were the underwater encounters. From graceful manta rays and reef sharks to eagle rays, turtles, and huge schools of fish, every dive offered something special. The dedicated dive dhoni made gearing up and entering the water effortless, allowing the entire operation to run smoothly and efficiently. AMBA perfectly combines comfort, professionalism, and authentic Maldivian hospitality. Whether you are visiting the Maldives for the first time or are a seasoned diver, this is a liveaboard experience that exceeds expectations. Highly recommended – a well-deserved 5-star experience, and I would happily return anytime!
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Just do it - go ahead - book to the Amba !!! Was a great experience starting over from the crew - the facilities, especially the spaces rooms and the overall organization on board. Adlai just wonderful was the food on the Amba - which was always healthy - tasty and just great. Special thanks to Stefan and his Organisation which always place the safety in first place and arrange that wonderful Experience. Least but last - a big big big thank you to our two dive professionals Djiego and Jesssica which lead us to close to perfect dives, Thx again Daniela and Dominik
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I am not a diver, I am the wife of a diver. I accompanied my husband on an amazing weeklong dive holiday aboard the AMBA liveaboard in Maldives. Kudos to the entire staff and dive masters for a memorable holiday. Food was delicious and my rest time whike the divers were exploring the bottom of the ocean was simply the best rest I have had in several years. Although I am a very nervous swimmer I was able to snorkel with mantas thanks to Jessica one of the amazing dive Masters on board.
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Had a great time on this liveaboard. The crew were fantastic, always smiling and creating a really friendly, family-like atmosphere. The food was excellent, and the special dessert every night was a nice bonus! The boat and cabins were always clean, and Stefan's attention to safety was outstanding. I would have preferred a bit more variety in the diving and there were fewer dives than expected, but overall it was a very enjoyable trip and I'd happily recommend it.
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Florian
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Excellent experience overall. The crew was outstanding, very professional and welcoming throughout the trip. A special thanks to our dive guide Jessica, who was truly exceptional. Safety and cleanliness were both impeccable, and the desserts were consistently creative and memorable. A few minor points for improvement: the generator noise was quite noticeable at night in my bedroom; the food quality was excellent but could benefit from more variety, especially at breakfast. Having the diving gear prepared by the crew would add a premium touch; and repeating the same dive site three times felt a bit excessive (trying to combine day/night setup would be great if we have to do twice a site). Overall, these are small details compared to an otherwise excellent liveaboard that I would strongly recommend.
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Ich habe mich auf dieser Safari sehr wohlgefühlt. Alles war sehr strukturiert, jeder wusste jederzeit, was als nächstes ansteht (inkl täglichem Zeitplan auf einem Whiteboard), oder auch, warum etwas nicht möglich ist. Stefan hat hier alles immer transparent kommuniziert. Auch wurde allen immer mal wieder etwas erklärt, ob Boje setzen, Riffhaken setzen oder was auch immer. Egal, wie erfahren man war. Sehr angenehm. Das Essen war extrem lobenswert, auch das Frühstück: es gab täglich frisch gebackene Brötchen oder Brot, frisch aufgeschnittene Hähnchenbrust als Aufschnitt, selbst gemachte Ingwershots, Eier und Obstsalat. Unser Guide Teygo war sehr professionell und dabei unaufdringlich. Jessica war der Guide der anderen Gruppe, sie war aber für jeden jederzeit präsent und hilfsbereit. Unsere Gruppe bestand aus 7 Tauchern, Jessicas Gruppe aus 8 Tauchern. Die Gruppengröße war angenehm. Wir hatten die Luxuskabine mit einem Doppelbett, jeder Menge Platz und eine eigene Terrasse. Und mit viel Liebe zum Detail!! Ich würde jederzeit wieder mit der Amba auf Tour gehen. Bis zum nächsten Mal!!
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Super 8 Nächte auf der Amba verbracht. Sehr schöne Tauchgänge gemacht, Mantas gesehen beim Schnorcheln und tauchen. Nette, freundliche, hilfsbereite Crew die alles schon sieht und schnell erledigt. Einfach klasse, gerne immer wieder auf der Amba.
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Fantastic liveaboard experience, great diving, great staff, highly recommended! Our dive leader Jessica was an inspiring and kind guide to the waters and wildlife of the Maldives
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Fantastic, amazing, bioluminescent! Stefan hosts a wonderful ship with an amazing crew and friendly vibe. The expertise of each department shone through throughout our adventures. From knowing when and how to best navigate the changeable seas in the Maldives to finding the best dive sites for each dive based on weather and current and local sightings they constantly adjusted to make our time together as safe and fun as possible. The crew were very friendly and conscientious, the whole ship and cabins were clean at all times with fresh towels as needed. And then the food - wow - the chefs amazed at each sumptuous meal, and presented dishes from all over the world to treat our palates, and those deserts - chef’s kiss! I cannot say enough good things about the whole experience, and once again another shout out to the dive leaders - Jessica and Teygo - their site expertise is unmatched, as is their ability to plan great dives, find the large and small critters, and make the dives such an excellent part of the trip. Manta manta manta!
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Great liveabord, wonderful crew and owner and dive guides. Thank you Stefan, Jessica and Tago for making my first Maldivian dive trip so memorable. Oh and the food is amazing 💕💕💕

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AMBA Dive Private Limited
6th Floor, Aagé, 12 Boduthakurufaanu
Magu Henveiru, 20094, Male,
Maldives

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