The free flowing tides of the monsoon have resulted in the creation of one of the world’s richest diving coral reef areas with overa thousand species of fish and other underwater creatures to be observed. Add shipwrecks, channel dives and 50m visibility to the mix and you’ve got a destination guaranteed to enrapture the most jaded divers for a lifetime.

From July 2011 Worldwide Dive and Sail will offer four different itineraries around the Indian Ocean nation on their newest vessel, the S.Y. Maldives Siren. A traditional Indonesian ‘gaft-rigged Phinisi’ handcrafted from ironwood and teak, the 34- metre S/Y Maldives Siren l has been custom-made with all the luxury facilities for the modern diver. Catering up 14 guests aboard each trip, the vessel has been specialized for the Underwater Photographer and Videographer.

All itineraries are 10 nights in duration and cost 2,400 Euro per person, all offering the Siren Fleet’s renowned level of service. In addition, itineraries will feature land excursions to many of the many stunningly beautiful tropical and uninhabited islands and, where possible, visits to a local community.

For additional information, go to: www.worldwidediveandsail.com