Maldives Aggressor II

IMPORTANT: For immigration forms, the

registered name of the yacht is

MISTRAL SAFARI (MALDIVES AGGRESSOR II)

Itineraries:

Best of the Maldives (7 nights)

Best of the Maldives - Meemu (10 nights)

Best of Northern Maldives – Lhaviyani (10 nights)

Reservations Office Contact Information

Office Hours are Eastern Time:

Monday-Friday: 8 am – 5 pm EDT Saturday/Sunday 9 am – 5 pm EDT

Office (USA): 800-348-2628 +1-706-993-2531

Maldives@aggressor.com www.aggressor.com

After Hours Cell Phone: (Delay in travel and emergency only) +1-706-664-0111

Maldives Land Office: Cell +960-723-5836 +960.339.0037

Boat Cell: +960-796-6050

Updated 08/07/2024

ARRIVAL & BOARDING

Guests will embark and disembark from Malé. Guests arriving on charter start date are met by a staff

of the Maldives Aggressor II wearing a white Aggressor polo shirt at MLE (Male International Airport)

at 3:30pm (in front of the Burger King located outside the arrival hall) and are transferred by water taxi

to the yacht at 4:00pm. There is no Marina in Male to pick up guests – everyone, including early

traveling guests MUST meet at the airport for the prearranged pick up.

We strongly recommend arriving at least one day prior to the charter start date and to stay in either a

hotel or resort in the Malé area or, our Aggressor Detours department has many other wonderful

choices of places to stay on other islands for extended stays.

All guests must be onboard by 5:00pm for the yacht to depart for its first night anchorage with the first

dive the following morning.

Malé International Airport: If you arrive early in the morning, you are encouraged to get a day

room at one of the local hotels. The airport is the pickup point for all guests regardless of if you arrive

early or the same day as the charter departure. When the itinerary departs from Malé, the Maldives

Aggressor II anchors in the Hulhumale Lagoon, which is a 15-minute boat ride from the airport.

All airport transfers from Malé will be met at 3:30 pm with a 4 pm transfer to

the Maldives Aggressor II.

Best of Maldives Itineraries:

• Malé/Malé (7 nights)

• Malé/Malé + Meemu (10 nights)

• Male/Male + Lhaviyani (10 nights northern itinerary)

AIRPORT CODE

(MLE) Male International Airport in Hulhule Island, North Atolls

FEES & TAXES

Each guest must pay the following USD fee:

- Port Fee of $340 (7-nights) or $425 (10-nights)

All fees are paid at the end of the charter when settling your bill. This fee includes the Green Tax, GST,

park, and other local usage fees. All items purchased on board are subject to a 22% Maldives tax. (Visa,

MasterCard, US Dollars, Euros or Rufiyaa are accepted). There is a 3.5% fee on payments made using

credit cards.

If paying in cash, all bills (1's, 5's, 10's, 20's etc.) must not have any rips and the larger bills must have

the security stripe in/on them, otherwise, Dubai, Malé, (and surrounding areas) and the Maldives

Aggressor II cannot accept them. Many countries that accept USD cash require the bills to be in

exceptionally good condition. Any that have excessive wrinkles, tears, wear marks and are old-style

bills are not normally accepted. 100-dollar bills must have the security strip to be accepted.

MALDIVES AGGRESSOR II INCLUDES:

All staterooms are air-conditioned and include a private bathroom, shower, sink, hair dryer and robes.

Your chef prepares breakfast, lunch, and an elegant meal at dinner with tableside service in addition

to fresh mid-morning and afternoon snacks. Beverages included are fruit juices, soft drinks, iced

water, tea, coffee, and beer and wine. Fresh towels are placed in each stateroom as needed. Tanks, air

tanks, weights and weight belts are included. Island transfers from the airport to and from the Maldives

Aggressor II are included in your charter if it starts to/from on the charter start/departure date.

SAMPLE ITINERARY

• Day 1 – Arrival and boarding are between 3:30 – 4 pm. Departure for night anchorage 5 pm.

• Day 2 - 6 (7, 8 if on 10-night charters) - Eat, Sleep, Dive, Repeat.

• Day 7 (9 if on 10-night charter) – Diving in the morning and return to port after lunch followed by

a Malé city walking tour (1 hour), dinner ashore and farewell cocktail party. Dinner is the only

meal not included in your trip.

• Day 8 (if on 10-night charter) - Departure 8:00 a.m. to airport

When in Malé, the city walking tour includes the President’s Office and Residence, the Old Mosque, the

New Mosque, Vegetable and Spice Market, Fish Market, and small gift shop. Dinner is held at a nice

rooftop restaurant with a beautiful waterfront view. It is approximately $35 USD per person plus

beverages. Dinner is offered onboard if guests do not want to participate in the walking tour/dinner

outside.

RECOMMENDED HOTELS, EXTENDED TOURS, AND TRAVEL

For a list of recommended hotels in the Maldives, please visit Aggressor Detours Travel Department

on our website. They specialize in airlines, tours, hotels and add on packages and offer preferential

rates: travel@aggressor.com.

WELCOME

In an emergency, family and friends may contact you at the numbers listed on the front page.

We recommend you pack a mask, swimsuit, wetsuit, change of clothes and medication in your carry-

on bag. Having these few items with you can make no luggage during your entire trip more

bearable. When packing, please watch the weight and size of your bags. You will need to check with

the airline for more information on weight restrictions.

PASSPORTS &DOCUMENTATION

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your period of stay and you must have a

return airline ticket to travel to the Maldives. US citizens require a passport that must be valid for 6

months from the date of entry. It is the travelers’ responsibility to ensure they have the proper

documentation to travel into each country on their itinerary and for re-entry and return to their

country. Please check with the appropriate consulate to ensure you have the proper documentation.

Always check your passport and visa requirements. US citizens may go to the US Department of State

website at www.travel.state.gov for more information. The website also has information for consulates

by country to assist with requirements. The Reservation Office and Staff cannot assume

responsibility for passengers not having correct documentation.

COMMUNICATIONS/INTERNET/EMAIL

There is an onboard satellite phone for emergencies only. The yacht is in cellular range occasionally.

Cellular based Wi-Fi (3G or higher) will be available in the salon (based on availability). Internet

packages are available for purchase during the cruise, your cruise director will explain how it works

during the briefing. Speed will vary based on location and is not available for downloading large

amounts of data. Check with your cell phone carrier prior to traveling for voice and data options.

C-CARDS

Remember to bring your c-card or proof of certification. If you are a repeat guest, you are automatically

enrolled to receive a 10% discount for onboard services, courses and boutique items which will be

indicated on the Captain’s rooming list.

GUEST INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS)

The Reservations Office and the Maldives Aggressor II require each guest to complete a Cruise

Application and Waiver form, prior to departure and diving. The GIS (Guest Information System)

allows guests to interactively complete all required paperwork that includes the application/waiver,

special requests, and travel information. If you have not received a link to access the GIS, please contact

an Aggressor Liveaboards agent. Passengers who fail to complete the GIS online will be denied

boarding.

INSURANCE

We strongly recommend each guest purchase a CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance policy and

Liveaboard Rider. To learn more about these policies, visit www.aggressor.com and go to ‘insurance.’

HEALTH

The Maldives Aggressor II has a comprehensive first aid kit onboard, including oxygen and an AED.

We suggest you bring over-the-counter motion sickness medication or consult your doctor about

prescription brands, such as the trans-dermal patch or Scopace tablets if you feel you will need it.

Currents and winds may cause moderate movement of the yacht at times. We recommend a complete

physical before your trip. The nearest recompression chambers are located on Bandos Island (15

minutes by speedboat from Male) is Kuramathi covering Ari Atoll, Kuredhu covering north trips, and

Viligili covering southern trips.

The Maldives Aggressor II staff are unable to accept any medication brought onboard for safe keeping

including those that require refrigeration. Should a guest have a medication requiring temperature

control, they will need to travel with a travel cooling case or small storage cooler with several blue ice

packets. The yachts will be happy to store and recharge the blue ice but are unable to accept possession

or responsibility for the proper care and storage of medication. This should be kept in your stateroom.

There is no smoking allowed inside the yacht or on the dive deck. Smoking is only permitted on the

rear of the sun deck.

THE YACHT

The yacht has 110 volt and 220 volts at the camera charging and computer stations. For use of 110 in

other areas, we suggest guests bring USA 110 to 220 twin pin socket adaptors. The

cruise director has a safe to keep valuables such as passports, cash, credit cards or

anything else you would like to store. We highly recommend extreme caution and care

be taken if you plan to travel onboard with electronic equipment. This equipment

should always be stowed after use to avoid the risk of damage.

FOOD

Aggressor yachts, river cruises, signature lodges and floating resorts operate in remote locations which

limits the availability of certain foods and edibles, which can be unavailable in grocery stores and

markets. While our culinary teams strive to accommodate individual requests, it is important to

recognize that they cannot guarantee it despite their best efforts. Guests with dietary restrictions and

food allergies should be aware that the same meal is prepared for all guests, making cross

contamination a possibility. Based on this, travelers should plan accordingly and bring pre-packaged

goods if needed. The availability of fresh produce may vary weekly, and they may have a limited

selection depending on the destination and availability. The concept of "organic" is infrequent, and

items like "gluten-free" products are seldom found in these remote locations.

The menu onboard is varied and plentiful, with a variety of options and local cuisine. If you have any

special dietary restrictions, please be sure to include these when completing your GIS online

paperwork. You will wake up to fresh fruits, hot entrees, cereals, and juices. Lunches feature hot soups,

a choice of main dishes, salads, and fresh fruit. Dinners are chef prepared and a three-course meal is

served each evening accompanied by local wine or beer. Once onboard, please speak to the chef about

any special needs.

BEVERAGES

The Maldives Aggressor II selection of beverages includes fruit juices, soft drinks, iced water, tea, coffee,

and a small selection of beer and wine, which are complimentary. Guests who consume alcohol during

the day will become a sunbather until the next day.

ALCOHOL

Local beer and wine are included during the charter. Guests are not permitted to bring alcohol into the

country from other airport gateways when arriving at the airport.

CLOTHING

Clothing should be lightweight, comfortable sportswear and swimsuits and sunscreen are necessary.

A light sweater or jacket is ideal for evenings. The dress is always casual and informal. Additional items

you may want to bring are a hat and sunglasses. Please keep in mind you are traveling in a Muslim

country. Everyone should be respectful of the Maldives tradition and culture when going ashore. It is

customary to wear conservative attire when going ashore.

ENTERTAINMENT

There is a variety of nightly entertainment, including power point presentations, movies, games and

more. If you have a favorite movie to share, we encourage you to bring it along.

CELEBRATING A SPECIAL OCCASION

Whether it is your anniversary, birthday, honeymoon, wedding, or you are celebrating a 100

dive,

please let us know so the crew can celebrate your occasion. Kindly advise the Reservations Office prior

to traveling so the crew is notified in advance.

MALDIVES DIVING CONDITIONS

You will be diving in water that averages 80-84°F. Most guests make as many as 3-4 dives each day, so

some sort of protection is needed. A 3mm wetsuit is recommended year-round. All diving is from the

60 ft Dhoni. The climate is warm year-round and determined by the monsoons. The monsoons are mild

and not as defined as in neighboring countries. The northeast monsoon starts in January and goes

through to the end of April. In January and February, the currents can be very strong, but the big animal

activity can be fantastic. The beginning of January brings clear water to most of the area, which can be

over 150 feet visibility. Underwater visibility in the Maldives is determined by the tidal movements

with incoming and outgoing tides. The monsoon patterns have a significant impact on the diving.

From May to October, the southwest monsoon brings more rain, wind, and big animal action. Mantas

and Whale Sharks can be seen year-round. There are no cyclones in the Maldives because of being

located at the Equator level.

Diving is carried out from a "diving dhoni” that will not anchor but will follow the divers from the

surface. This is the safest and most comfortable way to dive in the Maldives due to the wind and current.

Every diver will have his own seat and his own basket where he will store his diving gear, which will

always remain on the diving dhoni. The system leaves the main boat free to handle accommodations,

meals, and social activities in a quiet atmosphere.

There will also be night dives. Due to the currents in the Maldives, it is mandatory everyone brings

safety device(s) to dive with such as an emergency safety sausage, Dive Alert air horn, personal mini

strobe, whistle and/or signaling mirror. We suggest you bring any other safety items you feel will be

necessary. A limited supply is available onboard. Dive computers are mandatory for each diver.

There is a law in the Maldives that the depth limit is 98 feet. The Maldives Aggressor II supports and

follows the local regulations.

DIVING

The staff of the Maldives Aggressor II with their unique combination of talents offers the ultimate

service. While on board all diving is with a diving buddy. There is personal storage space for your

diving equipment onboard the Dhoni. Tanks and equipment will stay on the dhoni (dive tenders) and

there is space to keep masks, fins, and other dive items under your seat if you wish to leave them on

the dhoni. The Maldives Aggressor II provides 80 cubic ft tanks, weight belts and weights. All tanks

have K-valves (American type); with DIN (European) adaptors. By Maldives law, there is a depth limit

of 30 meters maximum and 21 meters if not advanced certified. Nitrox is available for an additional

fee, see our website for details. The Maldives Aggressor has four 100 cu ft tanks available. Tanks must

be reserved on a first come first serve basis and there may be a fee.

DIVING SUPERVISION

We understand that diving is not just an activity; it's a passion for exploring our underwater world.

That's why we empower you and your buddy to take charge of your diving experience. While in the

water, you and your buddy are in charge. Every dive begins with a comprehensive briefing from our

experienced staff, providing you with the information you need. As certified divers, you and your

buddy are responsible for planning and conducting your dives while respecting the limits of your

experience and those set by the briefing and your certification agency. When diving is executed directly

off the yacht, at least one staff member will be in the water offering support, underwater photography

and videography, and critter spotting services. On select dive sites, a staff member may assist a group

in finding specific points of interest. However, we do not directly supervise dives, and guests are not

required to follow the in-water staff member. In some destinations, especially those with tender diving,

a staff member will accompany each tender group and be in the water to offer assistance and ensure

the group stays together. However, buddy teams can operate independently. If a buddy team needs to

surface early, the entire group is not required to abort the dive and follow. The buddy team should

follow their training procedures for surfacing from a dive and signaling the tender driver or yacht staff

that everything is OK once on the surface.

GREEN THE FLEET

Contribute to our Green The Fleet sustainability initiatives. Here are a few reminders:

• Avoid traveling with single-use plastics.

• Remove packaging from any new purchases before traveling.

• Travel with a refillable water bottle for hydration.

• Use rechargeable batteries.

• Use an environmentally safe sunscreen.

• Conserve and responsibly use fresh water when at your adventure destination.

• Be environmentally conscious in everything you do.

CONSERVATION LAWS

The yacht does not permit spear guns or Hawaiian slings on any of the yachts.

DIVE GEAR SUGGESTIONS

We suggest you pack the following: wetsuit, hood/hooded vest, booties, fins, mask, snorkel, regulator

with visible pressure gauge, depth gauge, dive computer and buoyancy compensator. Strongly

recommended: Spare mask if you have prescription lenses, safety sausage, whistle, Dive Alert, mirror,

reef hook, and/or other safety devices. Dive computers are mandatory. Each piece of gear should be

marked with waterproof paint or tape. Please see our “Adventure Log” on our website for current

diving conditions. A full line of rental gear is available onboard. To reserve any equipment or courses,

please add to your personalized GIS profile in advance.

CERTIFICATION & SPECIALTY COURSES

Divers can further their education while onboard an Aggressor yacht. The following courses are

offered onboard: SSI Adventurer Course or the PADI equivalent Advanced Open Water Diver Course,

and SSI or PADI Enriched Air / Nitrox Courses. Course fees are payable once onboard, and the

instructor confirms the course. The training agency utilized to provide your course will vary based

on your instructor's affiliations. Other specialty courses may be available onboard and will be

presented to you after your arrival as part of your initial briefings.

PHOTO/VIDEO

The yacht offers support for digital photographers, including a PC for downloading photos. The Photo

pro teaches the digital U/W Photography specialty course and is available for coaching or tips to

improve your shooting in this environment. The yacht has a charging station and a large camera table

available for your camera and video equipment.

A Video Professional can capture your diving adventure onboard to share with family and friends. The

video for the week (including all guests and staff) is $65 US.

SHIPS BOUTIQUE & CREDIT CARDS

There is a mini boutique onboard with assorted t-shirts and miscellaneous items. Your bill for onboard

services and boutique items is settled on the last diving day.

GRATUITIES

Staff gratuities are not included in the charter. We believe gratuities should be voluntary and based

upon the quality of service the crew has provided. When settling your account at the end of your stay,

the captain will have an envelope for gratuities that will be divided equally among the staff. Payment

may be made by cash, or credit card.

LAST DAY

The Maldives Aggressor II returns to port in Malé after lunch and an optional tour is offered followed

by a cocktail party onboard then dinner ashore. This is the only meal that is not included.

CHECKOUT

Checkout time is at 8 a.m. Transportation is provided to Malé International Airport after breakfast. If

you are traveling later in the day from Malé, you may consider a day room pass at a local hotel, there

are several close to the airport and can be booked in advance by our travel department.

Normal day rooms/passes are for 8 hours and include use of the swimming pool, shower, towels,

luggage storage etc., depending on which hotel you choose. You are welcome to contact our travel

department at travel@aggressor.com assistance with hotel stay.

ADVENTURE LOGS

Each week we post the Adventure logs of the previous charter on the Aggressor Liveaboards website

and Facebook. Please feel free to visit our Facebook or www.aggressor.com and go to the Adventure

Log to find out water temperature, visibility, and see photos and sightings.

Thank you for choosing the Maldives Aggressor II!