Carpe Diem Maldives Liveaboard (Rescue a Reef Expedition)
About This Program
A marine biology-led Maldives liveaboard offering hands-on expeditions with coral scientists to monitor, study, and directly restore reef health.
Purpose Activities
Join a 7-night liveaboard expedition where you'll work side-by-side with marine biologists to conduct quantitative reef surveys, remove cushion starfish threatening local corals, and learn data analysis methods. Evening workshops on coral ecology and restoration techniques are included, along with daily diving and support for ongoing reef conservation efforts.
If you aren't fully qualified yet, you can still sign up for it - we'll help find the right training pathway for your current skills.
How to Join:
Confirm your spot directly with the Training Team.
- Click 'Check Availability' to open the request form.
- Select your preferred start date and current certification.
- Submit your request directly to the Course Director.
- Receive confirmation of your spot and final price.
Additional Offerings
Fun Diving
Up to 4 guided dives per day on the best reefs in Raa Atoll, with possible night dives and access to remote, healthy coral sites.
Training Courses
Workshops in marine ecology, coral survey techniques, and data analysis led by in-situ marine biologists; emphasis on practical conservation.
Accommodation
7 nights in comfortable liveaboard cabins aboard Carpe Vita, all meals and transfers included.