We are excited to share this with you…Carpe Vita Explorer has been named one of the world’s top luxury liveaboards by CNN Travel!!

“The M/V Carpe Vita Explorer, began service in February 2011 as a very luxurious addition to the Explorer Ventures Fleet! This 20-passenger, 125-foot wooden-hull safari yacht, along with her 60-foot custom matching dhoni (dive tender), was built by one of the Maldives most accomplished boat builders. It provides guests with an exceptional and luxurious yachting experience, large, hotel-style staterooms, hot tub and unmatched open-air comfort!”

Here is CNN’s link  http://edition.cnn.com/2016/04/15/travel/scuba-diving-luxury-liveaboard-boats/index.html

“The Carpe Vita Explorer offers 10-night and 7-night itineraries which change depending on the season. Each offering a unique dive itinerary based on the seasons, current and pelagic migration patterns.”

“Staffed by a crew of 13, the Carpe Vita Explorer is ideally sized and equipped for divers. Up to four dives are conducted daily directly from a 60-foot dhoni, which is fully equipped with a bathroom, hot-water showers and air and nitrox compressors. The dhoni is well-stocked with quality diving gear for those who choose not to bring all or some of their gear. The crew, one of the most experienced and qualified in the Maldives, is ready to take you on an adventure to one of the most amazing diving destinations in the world, whether you are a first-time or repeat visitor!”

If you would like to book a trip on one of the world’s top luxurious liveaboard’s contact us at:

Dive Discovery
1 800 886-7321, (415) 444-5100
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Hello! I am so excited to tell you about the trip to Mozambique I am going on in less than a week. I am going on an agent educational trip and will be visiting and getting information about all of these lodges.

Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort & Spa reopens with a fresher look and new Signature Experiences.  The secluded Resort situated on a pristine private island in the Quirimbas Archipelago recently reopened its doors following an extensive refurbishment to the entire Resort.
This luxury hideaway boasting 12 beautifully appointed villas now features upgrades to the villas, refreshed styles and décor, depicting the colorful culture of the locals and new signature experiences, including a Robinson Crusoe-style star bed for the ultimate romantic experience. The Island is a mere one kilometer long and 300 meters wide, offering a naturally intimate and secluded getaway, with convenient access, just a 45 minute light aircraft transfer from Pemba International Airport.
All of the 12 thatched Beach Pool Villas, which open out onto the sandy beach, offer a sense of natural luxury, including newly designed splash pools with a built-in Champagne step.

The guest villas and public area have been replenished with custom designed furniture produced in Indonesia and South Africa, depicting incredible attention to detail complimented with brightly colored fabrics that were sourced from the local markets.

Azura Benguerra – New Royal Beach Villas   We are excited to announce that Azura is launching a new villa type: The Royal Beach Villas.

At 172m2 they are the largest of the villas, and are packed with features, including a 10m infinity pool and adjoining Jacuzzi that spans the entire front deck, a separate lounge area and second bathroom, two spacious outdoor relaxation pavilions, as well as all the normal features of an Infinity Beach Villa. They are our most luxurious yet, with fantastic locations and all the space and facilities travellers are looking for. The 2 Royal Beach Villas are located at the northern end of the property next to the Presidential Villa, with large landscaped gardens for a sense of total privacy and exclusivity, as well as 30m of picturesque beach frontage with magnificent sea views.

The Royal Beach Villas are expected to open later this year, in July.

Nuarro Lodge is Open Again After an extremely wet season, the lodge has reopened after managing to get all the annual maintenance done. And the hard work has paid off, the lodge is looking superb!

Nuarro is the ideal spot for a family holiday or if you are interested in diving, Nuarro offers some of the BEST! One of the very few places where you can dive directly from the beach. The instructors will get you comfortable in the water in no time!

For more information, contact Dive Discovery at:
1 800 886-7321, (415) 444-5100
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Starting May 2017

Escape to the beautiful area of Costa Rica; Guanacaste and the Bat Islands. Guanacaste is a province located on the pacific side of Costa Rica in the northwest part of the country. The Bat Islands are located in a protected Marine Park inside the Guanacaste conservation area. It is one of the most beautiful island chains in Costa Rica and home to a diverse dry tropical forest.The Okeanos Aggressor I & II, focus on the areas of The Santa Rosa National Park and its marine sector called Islas Murcielago (Bat Islands); this area offers incredible beauty both above and below the surface. This beautiful Conservation Area earned a place in UNESCO’s World Heritage Site in 1999.

The trip includes three main geographical areas in the North Pacific of Guanacaste: Bahia Culebra and Catalina Islands Area, Cuajiniquil and El Jobo Area, and Bat Islands in Santa Rosa National Park. These areas are very diverse with an opportunity to dive with lots of species of rays, mantas, turtles, sharks, large schools of tropical fish, frogfish and other macro life. Large pelagics such as Humpback Whales, dolphin and other shcarks are seen. Guests will dive up to 4 dives a day including 3 night dives.

For more information, contact Dive Discovery at:
1 800 886-7321, (415) 444-5100
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Travel Agent or the Internet? Part I

which option gives you a better dive trip overall?

from the February, 2016 issue of Undercurrent:
http://www.undercurrent.org/UCnow/dive_magazine/2016/TravelAgent201602.html

Calling all parents who would love to go to a tropical paradise!  Now is the time to take advantage of such a wonderful deal!

Call us @

Dive Discovery
1 800 886-7321
(415) 444-5100
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Constellation Fleet and

Emperor Maldives 

merge for stronger branding!

We are delighted to announce that Constellation Fleet and Emperor Divers Maldives have merged to create Emperor Maldives.
Emperor Maldives will operate six boats from 1st September 2016; Emperor Serenity, Emperor Orion, Emperor Leo, Emperor Voyager, Emperor Virgo and Emperor Atoll. The merger offers a portfolio of boats that will give guests a wider choice of value and service as well as routes to please every diver and non-diver.
As a result, we’re increasing the size of our operation in Male to ensure guests always receive the very best service that one has come to expect from both Constellation Fleet and Emperor.

Book a trip today with these new positive changes.

Contact us
Dive Discovery
1 800 886-7321
(415) 444-5100
info2@divediscovery.com

Contact us
Dive Discovery
1 800 886-7321
(415) 444-5100
info2@divediscovery.com

~Please note, this is an Ocean Safari, not a dive trip per say. Most of the action happens quickly, you must be ready to jump in on snorkel asap before the bait ball’s dissipate! Scuba happens when the Bait Balls are in tact, large and there is time to get back on the boat and don tanks!~

2016 PACKAGE COSTS

6 Nights / 5 Days Sardine Run Diving Package

$1860 per person sharing – Bed & breakfast basis
$1990 per person sharing – Dinner, bed & breakfast basis

$2080 single person rate – Bed & breakfast basis
$2240 single person rate – Dinner, bed & breakfast basis

*** Rates based on current rate of exchange, subject to change.

Our first trip date starts 10th June and our last trip date ends 24th July. (depending on action)

*** The sardine run can continue into the month of August, therefore our dates can and will be extended depending on action at the time.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:
•5 full days of boat based viewing / diving / snorkelling the sardine run
•6 night’s accommodation on whichever meal package you choose. The above package is for Port St John’s River Lodge (3 star establishment)
•On board boat refreshments – our boat refreshments have been voted to be the best and most comprehensive by all crew and clients and our food is home-made
•Cylinder & air fills
•Weight belt & weights
•Diver permits
•Highly qualified team of skipper & in water guide / boat guide

Check ou the video of this experience here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrvenB0mG3M&feature=player_embedded

The Sardine’s run June-July, so now is the time to book this trip.

Contact us
Dive Discovery
1 800 886-7321
(415) 444-5100
info2@divediscovery.com