Apart from sister vessel Ying, very few boats in the Maldives combine so perfectly luxury, adventure and relaxation as the Scubaspa Yang does. This pampering liveaboard is the perfect holiday option for both divers and non-divers, as it offers not only scuba diving, but also yoga classes and a huge selection of indulging spa treatments from the sumptuous onboard spa.
The gorgeous Scubaspa Yang is 50 meters long and accommodates up to 40 guests in 19 luxurious cabins and suites. They all offer a classy decoration very rarely found on other boats, as well as double beds, their own bathroom, mini-safe and AC. Some of the cabins offer twin share possibility and on others a third bed is available.
This amazing boat features several indoor and outdoor social areas, such as two fully licensed bars, a hot tub and two large sundecks ideal to relax while watching the mesmerizing Maldivian landscape. An Asian style 300m2 spa is one of the highlights onboard and is the largest of its kind in the Maldives. It spans two decks and consists of six treatment rooms, a secluded deck for open-air Thai massages and meditation and a shaded lounge for relaxation and yoga.
The Scubaspa Yang was custom built having in mind every holidayers’ needs, as it offers way more than only diving. Apart from all the spa treatments available, guests can also attend the daily yoga classes to liberate the potential of their body, mind and soul. Complementary fishing rods are also at guests’ disposal, as well as paddle boards and kayaks. Furthermore, an outdoor HD cinema screen shows movies regularly that everybody can enjoy and picnics on deserted islands are also on the schedule.
Food is another aspect that sets this boat apart from other operators, as it offers a fine gourmet local and international cuisine, featuring a variety of dishes prepared freshly in its signature kitchen by the resident chefs. The memorable meals can be accompanied by an exciting wine or champagne (kept in a wine storage at the perfect temperature) from the comprehensive and carefully curated list. The cocktail menu is equally impressive and freshly ground coffee specialties are also served onboard.
The Scubaspa Yang offers three kinds of packages: Scuba, Spa and Scuba & Spa. The Scuba option is open to certified divers only. Once onboard, those who have booked the Spa option can request a Discover Scuba Diving or an Open Water course. Those who have selected the Scuba option may also book spa treatments, depending on availability. In addition, honeymooners have the option of combining a special package with any of these that will turn their honeymoon into an even more unforgettable and romantic one. The boat is also available for private chartering, in which case the whole trip can be tailored to the groups’ individual preferences to ensure everybody enjoys the trip of a lifetime onboard this floating resort.
The Scubaspa Yang schedules diving cruises all year round and this and sister boat Scubaspa Yang are the only vessels in the Maldives awarded “PADI 5 Star Dive Resort”, offering the whole range of PADI courses. The boat visits several atolls during a cruise to ensure you get to see only the very best Maldivian dive sites, guided by five experienced, multilingual instructors/divemasters.
The main ship is accompanied by a 19 metres auxiliary boat from which all diving activities and some snorkeling sessions are conducted. This smaller dive boat carries the dive equipment, as well as the air compressors (including state-of-the-art nitrox) which guarantees that the main vessel always remains undisturbed from unnecessary noise. Dive equipment is available for rent.
Conditions are at their best between October and May, but the diving is very good all year round, as pelagics are always present. Learn more about when to dive in the Maldives.
Book your flight into Male, Maldive’s capital. A member of the Scubaspa Yang staff will be meeting you at 10h00 and transfer you from the airport to the boat, so if you are arriving on this day you should ensure your flight lands in Male well before this time. On the disembarking day, the last transfer to the international airport takes place at 08h45.
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