Depart from London on your flight to Male.

Arrive in Male and transfer by dhoni to the MV Yasawa Princess for overnight.

Morning leisurely cruise across the channel to Ari Atoll. After lunch on board the ship, enjoy the afternoon swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing on a wonderful sandbank near the island of Maayafushi. There will be a check dive in the afternoon for Scuba divers and a night drive.

Spend a full day on the uninhabited island of Meerufenfushi, which has a reef to snorkel and crystal clear waters for swimming. After lunch on board, you can enjoy what nature has to offer on this island paradise. Late afternoon we wil be back on the ship, and in the early evening we'll head out again for a spot of night fishing. For divers there is one local dive in the morning and another in the afternoon.

This morning, relax on a tranquil sandbank called Alikoy, which is close to the uninhabited picnic island of Dhiggiri, for some leisurely swimming, snorkelling and relaxing, totally at one with the surrounding environment. During the afternoon, we'll cruise on further south towards the island of Theluveligaa. Tonight is the Captain's dinner, when the charismatic Captain Ahmed will be sure to entertain you with his seafaring stories. Divers will have 2 dives.

This morning we are on the picnic island of Theluveligaa, definitely a day for chilling out - sun umbrellas provided for that vital shade, great snorkelling to be had and a lovely picnic lunch to give you sustenance! You can head back to the ship in the afternoon and freshen up for a barbecue under the stars and a bit of limbo dancing! Dives are available morning and afternoon.

Today we will sail towards the local island of Dhangethi, where you can catcha glimpse of the local life and spend some time in the Cultural Centre which depaicts the fascinating history and cutlure of this uniqye nation. The simplicity and self-sufficiency of the Maldivian is artfully displayed here. After lunch on board we sail back up north towards the island of Mahibadhoo where we anchor for the night. Night fishing will be this evening's entertainment. Morning and afternoon dives today.

This morning we'll head back into Male waters with a quick stop en route for a swim from a sandbank near Maniyafushi. We reach Male in time to see something of the capital, and this evening's highlight is a fabulous Maldivian evening, a chance to dress in traditional attire, sample the local food and party Maldivian style.

After a leisurely breakfast, enjoy a day of relaxation.

Enjoy snorkelling, swimming and sunbathing at the Sand Bank near Maafushi. After lunch on board the ship we will cruise across the Atoll Channel to Vaavu Atoll - watch out for flying fish and dolphins on the way. Once anchored for the night, there will be a night fishing trip at sunset, followed by buffet dinner on board. There will be a check dive in the morning for scuba divers.

Sail to the tourist resort of Dhiggiri Island where the whole day can be spent snorkelling, sunbathing and swimming. Lunch will be back on the ship, after which you can return to the resort, use the facilities and relax, and stay to enjoy the sunset. Morning and afternoon dives are available

During a leisurely breakfast, cruise to the picnic island of Vashogiri in Vaavu Atoll, where we spend a good few hours swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing. A picnic lunch will be served on the island, and a glass bottom boat will be available to take out and enjoy the sights of the underwater world. During the afternoon, it's back on board ship, which will take a leisurely sail back towards Maadhoofinolhu. Morning and afternoon dives are available.

This morning is spent on a lovely natural sandbank near the island of Maadhoofinolhu, for swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing after which lunch will be served on board the ship. In the afternoon, we have a trip to the local island of Guraidhoo, where we're able to get a glimpse of the unique Maldivian way of life. During the evening we hold the weekly Captain's Dinner, and reflect on the cruise so far in good company. Morning and afternoon dives are available.

Today is a full day with nature on the uninhabited picnic island of Maadhoofinolhu - relax, swim, sunbathe and watch the vast horizon of the Indian Ocean in tranquil surroundings. A picnic lunch will be served on the island. In the late afternoon return to the ship and get ready for a beach barbecue served on the island.

Set sail in the morning and stop at a sandbank en route for a last swim and snorkel. Return to Male for shopping and sightseeing in the afternoon. This evening has a Maldivian theme when local fare will be served, traditional clothes will be worn and everyone can relax in good company.

After a leisurely breakfast, transfer by dhoni back to the airport for international departure flight, or extend your stay at one of our superb beach resorts.