Catamaran 48'

Knysna 480: This luxury Catamaran, built in 2008, sleeps 4-8 Guests. Four spacious double cabins with en suite bathrooms will be your home away from home.
Interior: Four cabins that sleep eight guests. Large saloon seats 8 comfortably.
Exterior: The catamaran is an ocean going yacht ideal for comfortable island hopping. The very spacious cockpit is suitable for larger groups
Galley: The cook will prepare exquisite local  or international meals.
Deck: The deck provides plenty of sunbathing space.
Cabins: All cabins have en suite bathrooms.

Maldives                 

Until September 30 2008           Oct 1 '08 -               Dec 22 '08 -

                                                  Sep '09                  Jan 5 '09                                                   
                                                          
Kingfish (44ft catamaran)

6 persons      Euro 190 pppn      210 Euro pppn          240 Euro pppn
5 persons      Euro 210 pppn      230 Euro pppn          265 Euro pppn
4 persons      Euro 240 pppn      260 Euro pppn          300 Euro pppn

3 persons      Euro 300 pppn      325 Euro pppn          345 Euro pppn

2 persons      Euro 350 pppn      375 Euro pppn          400 Euro pppn

Sailfish (48ft catamaran)

8 persons                                 210 Euro pppn

7 persons                                 225 Euro pppn

6 persons                                 240 Euro pppn

5 persons                                 265 Euro pppn

4 persons                                 300 Euro pppn

3 persons                                 375 Euro pppn

2 persons                                 430 Euro pppn

General information Maldives

The republic of the Maldives is an impressive chain of small islands stretching over nearly 900 kilometers across de Indian Ocean, South-West of the tip of India. As a result of wind, waves and coral growth, islands come and go. Officially there are around 1200 islands, but the number depends on the classification.

The islands are set in 26 ring shaped atolls, which enclose a lagoon of 35-70 meters deep, from which reefs and islands rise steeply. Of the islands, only 200 are classified as locally inhabited islands, an addition to another 80-odd resort islands.

The weather in the Maldives is split in the dry season (September - May) and the wet season (May - September) Although the hours of sunshine do not differ very much between the seasons (about 8 hours per day), in the wet season there are virtually daily showers that last for about an hour. Only occasionally there are days of solid rain. The wind in the dry season is light to moderate from the North-East, in the wet season it is typically moderate from the South-West. Squalls rarely bring more than 30 knots of wind. This makes the Maldives a year-round destination with a low season from June to August.

The islands of The Maldives form one of the greatest diving centres in the world, with its crystal clear waters and magnificent turquoise lagoons being home to a variety and abundance of colourful marine life and stunning coral reefs. The weather is great, year round with water temperatures between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius and great visibility.
On top of this The Maldives is a fishermen's paradise, with game fishing on the open sea between the atolls. The main species of game fish are King Mackerel, Kingfish, yellowfin tuna, sailfish, barracuda, wahoo, jackfish, and dorado.

Indian Ocean Charters has been the only sailing catamaran charter company in The Maldives since its start in 2005. Our crew has local knowledge and will bring you to the best dive and snorkel spots. Each catamaran has 4 sets of dive equipment is on board that can be used by certified divers.

The chef will prepare delicious food and will bring sundowners at the end of the day when you watch the beautiful sunsets. Free from tourists, experience the luxury and beauty of this part of the world in the total privacy of your catamaran.

The Maldives is easily accessible by air from Europe, Middle East and Asia, serviced by both scheduled and charter carriers (for more info, go to www.visitmaldives.com). Visas are issued at the airport and customs formalities are quick and trouble free.

Alcohol (although we are licensed to serve alcoholic drinks on board) cannot be brought into the counrty

Explore the beauty of The Maldives is a different, exciting and sportive way. Ask for a QUOTE today and find out that a week on board our 44-ft catamaran "Kingfish" or 48ft catamaran "Sailfish" gives excellent value for money.