Maldives liveaboard · Vessel guide · Availability checked 12 Nov 2026 · By Abdulla Maseeh
Princess Haseena Liveaboard, Maldives
Princess Haseena is a 32-metre, Maldivian-built dive liveaboard with 12 cabins for up to 26 guests, free nitrox and a dedicated dhoni, refitted in 2026 with solar panels and battery storage so the generators go quiet at night. She runs the same central, manta and southern routes as her sister Princess Maani at a lower rate, with 7-night retail from about US$1,688 per person before fees. Below: the deck plan, cabins, routes, the full cost and daily-updated cabin availability.
Departures and cabin availability
Straight to the point, because the dates decide everything on this boat: the operator has published August 2027 onward, with late-summer weeks discounted 20 to 40 percent. The table comes from the operator’s cabin-by-cabin sheet and refreshes daily.
| Departs | Nights | Route | Cabins | Retail from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Aug 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 14 Aug 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 21 Aug 2027 | 7 | Manta Madness | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 28 Aug 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,688 (40% Off) |
| 4 Sep 2027 | 7 | Manta Madness | On option, ask us | US$1,688 (40% Off) |
| 11 Sep 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Full | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 18 Sep 2027 | 7 | Manta Madness | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 25 Sep 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | On option, ask us | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 2 Oct 2027 | 7 | Manta Madness | Cabins available | US$2,250 (20% Off) |
| 9 Oct 2027 | 10 | Northern Highlights - 10 NIGHTS | On option, ask us | US$2,408 (40% Off) |
| 20 Oct 2027 | 10 | Northern Highlights - 10 NIGHTS | Full | US$2,809 (30% Off) |
| 30 Oct 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | On option, ask us | US$2,813 |
| 6 Nov 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 13 Nov 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | On option, ask us | US$2,813 |
| 20 Nov 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 27 Nov 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 4 Dec 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 12 Dec 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 19 Dec 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 26 Dec 2027 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$3,125 |
| 2 Jan 2028 | 6 | Best of Central Atolls - 6 NIGHTS | Cabins available | US$2,413 |
| 8 Jan 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 15 Jan 2028 | 10 | Best of Central XL - 10 NIGHTS | Cabins available | US$4,013 |
| 26 Jan 2028 | 10 | Best of Central XL - 10 NIGHTS | Cabins available | US$4,013 |
| 5 Feb 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$3,125 |
| 12 Feb 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$3,125 |
| 19 Feb 2028 | 11 | 10 Atolls 2 Hemispheres - way DOWN 11-N | Cabins available | US$4,900 |
| 1 Mar 2028 | 8 | South Atolls ADDU - HUVADHOO - 8-N | Cabins available | US$3,571 |
| 9 Mar 2028 | 8 | South Atolls HUVADHOO - ADDU - 8-N | On option, ask us | US$3,571 |
| 17 Mar 2028 | 8 | South Atolls ADDU - HUVADHOO - 8-N | Cabins available | US$3,571 |
| 25 Mar 2028 | 8 | South Atolls HUVADHOO - ADDU - 8-N | Cabins available | US$3,571 |
| 2 Apr 2028 | 11 | 10 Atolls 2 Hemispheres - way UP 11-N | Cabins available | US$4,900 |
| 15 Apr 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 22 Apr 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 29 Apr 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 6 May 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 13 May 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 20 May 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,688 (40% Off) |
| 5 Aug 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,688 (40% Off) |
| 12 Aug 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 19 Aug 2028 | 7 | Manta Madness | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 26 Aug 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 2 Sep 2028 | 7 | Manta Madness | Cabins available | US$1,688 (40% Off) |
| 9 Sep 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 16 Sep 2028 | 7 | Manta Madness | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 23 Sep 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$1,969 (30% Off) |
| 30 Sep 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 (20% Off) |
| 7 Oct 2028 | 10 | Northern Highlights - 10 NIGHTS | Cabins available | US$2,408 (40% Off) |
| 18 Oct 2028 | 10 | Northern Highlights - 10 NIGHTS | On option, ask us | US$2,809 (30% Off) |
| 28 Oct 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 4 Nov 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 11 Nov 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 18 Nov 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 25 Nov 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 2 Dec 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 9 Dec 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 16 Dec 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 23 Dec 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$2,813 |
| 30 Dec 2028 | 7 | Best of Central Atolls | Cabins available | US$3,125 |
Retail from-prices are per person for the lowest cabin on that departure, published by the operator. Availability changes daily; we reconfirm before taking a deposit. Last checked 12 Nov 2026.
Nothing listed for your dates? Princess Maani and Sachika run the same routes through 2026 and early 2027; use the boat finder or ask us.
The 2026 solar refit, and why it matters at 2 am
Most Maldives liveaboards run a generator all night for the air conditioning. Princess Haseena’s refit put solar panels on the roof, a battery bank below and an energy-management system between them, so on a good day the diesel generator (a 40 kW Perkins set, kept as backup) is shut down after dinner. Less noise, less vibration through the lower-deck cabins, and a boat that smells of sea rather than exhaust at the stern. A new electric-drive dhoni on the same principle was under construction in 2026.
Underneath, she is a classic Maldivian safari hull: tualang timber with a fibreglass skin, a Cummins KTA-19M main engine with a redundant auxiliary drive, 9,600 litres of diesel and two desalination units making up to 770 litres of fresh water an hour. Emergency oxygen is carried; the crew-to-guest ratio is close to one to one.
Deck plan and cabins
Three decks. Lower: twin cabins 1 and 7 aft, standard cabins 2, 3, 5 and 6 amidships, junior suite 4 forward, engine room astern. Main: single-use cabin 8, the briefing lounge, shop, indoor bar, kitchen and the indoor and outdoor dining areas. Upper: suites 9 to 12 behind the wheelhouse, with the outdoor bar and lounge aft.
| Cabin | Deck | Beds | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin cabins 1 and 7 | Lower deck, aft | Two single beds | Twin only; the usual choice for shared M or F berths |
| Standard cabins 2, 3, 5, 6 | Lower deck | Double or twin | Two of them take a third bed for families |
| Junior suite 4 | Lower deck, forward | One very large double | Couples only, the biggest bed on the lower deck |
| Single-use cabin 8 | Main deck | One bed | Designed for guests with reduced mobility; no stairs to dining or the dive deck |
| Suites 9 to 12 | Upper deck | Double larger than king, or two near-queen singles | Ocean-view windows, the quietest cabins, nearest the outdoor bar |
Every cabin is en suite with air conditioning, charging points and daily housekeeping. Suites split into two near-queen singles, so buddy pairs can take the upper deck. Cabin 8 is the pick for anyone who wants to avoid stairs.
Routes Princess Haseena runs
Six itineraries. The central week is the staple; Manta Madness and Northern Highlights follow the plankton from August; the 10 Atolls crossing and the South Atolls one-way trips run from February. Wild Deep South is left to the sister boats.
| Route | Atolls | Length | When it runs | Service fee / Green Tax pp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best of Central Atolls | North Malé, South Malé, Vaavu and Ari | 7 nights | Year round | US$150 / US$84 |
| Best of Central Atolls XL | Malé atolls, Vaavu, South and North Ari, Rasdhoo | 10 nights | Dec to Feb, Aug to Sep | US$215 / US$120 |
| Manta Madness | North Malé, Baa (Hanifaru, snorkel only) and North Ari | 7 nights | Aug to Oct | US$150 / US$84 |
| Northern Highlights | North Malé, Baa, Raa and North Ari | 10 nights | Oct, Aug | US$215 / US$120 |
| South Atolls | Addu to Huvadhoo one way | 8 nights | Mar | US$172 / US$96 |
| 10 Atolls, 2 Hemispheres | Malé to Addu or Addu to Malé, across the equator | 11 nights | Feb to Apr | US$235 / US$132 |
For first-timers, Best of Central Atolls from Malé gives Vaavu’s channels, South Ari’s whale shark reef and North Ari’s thilas in seven nights. Manta Madness adds Baa Atoll, where Hanifaru Bay is snorkel only by law and the diving is at the cleaning stations. The 10 Atolls, 2 Hemispheres crossing (11 nights, Malé to Addu or back, across the equator) and the South Atolls legs between Addu and Huvadhoo need a domestic flight at one end. Read our Fuvahmulah liveaboard guide for the southern diving.
Diving and life on board
Briefings happen in the main-deck lounge on the big screen, then everyone steps down to the dhoni, which carries the tanks so the mothership stays dry. Meals are buffet style indoors or on the aft deck, with vegetarian, vegan and allergy-aware options, a weekly beach barbecue and welcome cocktails on day one. Beer, wine and spirits are paid, Wi-Fi is paid, and there is a small library for the no-fly day.
What the price covers
In the cruise rate
- Three dives a day, nitrox, 13 litre tanks, weights, dhoni and dinghy
- Full board, water, tea and coffee, one beach barbecue
- Airport transfers on cruise dates, island and sandbank visits, snorkelling
- T-GST at 17 percent
Paid on board or separately
- Service fee: US$150 per person for 7 nights, US$215 for 10, US$235 for 11, cash
- Green Tax US$12 per person per night; Baa Atoll park fee US$20; fuel surcharge only if unavoidable
- Flights, including the domestic leg to Gan on southern routes; dive insurance (DAN sold on board)
- Rental gear, 15 litre tanks, courses, extra dives, drinks, Wi-Fi (US$50 per week)
See what a full week really costs, fees included, with our liveaboard price calculator. Third adult in a cabin minus 20 percent, child under 12 minus 50 percent, single-use suite plus 60 percent, cabin 8 single use at no supplement. Groups: 9 paying guests get one place free, 14 get two. Prices on this page are the operator’s published retail rates, shown as a guide; ask us for a quote.
Haseena or Maani?
| Princess Haseena | Princess Maani | |
|---|---|---|
| Built | 2016, refitted 2026 | 2024 |
| Length | 32 m | 42 m |
| Cabins / guests | 12 / 26 | 14 / 28 |
| Power | Solar, batteries, diesel | Diesel |
| Jacuzzi | No | Two |
| Nitrox | Free | Free |
| 7-night retail from | US$1,688 | US$2,688 |
Our take. Haseena is the better-value boat for the diving itself, and after the refit the quieter one at night. Choose Maani if you want a big cabin with a view and a jacuzzi between dives; see the Princess Maani guide.
Princess Haseena: questions we get asked
What changed in the 2026 refit?
Roof solar panels, a large battery bank and a new energy-management system were added to the existing hull, so the generators can be switched off at night when conditions allow. Cabins and bathrooms were refreshed at the same time. The dive operation, crew and routes are the same as before.
How much does Princess Haseena cost?
Published retail rates for a 7-night Best of Central Atolls week start around US$1,688 per person in a twin, with suites higher, and promotional weeks in late summer well below that. Add the service fee (US$150 for 7 nights), Green Tax (US$12 a night) and park fees. We quote the full figure and our rate is often below the published one.
Is nitrox included?
Yes, free for certified nitrox divers, with DIN adaptors provided. The course can be taken on board for a fee.
Which cabin is best for a solo diver?
Cabin 8 on the main deck is single use at no supplement and is the only cabin without stairs to the dining room and dive deck. Otherwise a shared same-sex berth in twin cabin 1 or 7 at the standard per-person rate. A single-use suite carries a 60 percent supplement.
Can families or non-divers join?
Yes. Two of the standard cabins take a third bed, a third adult pays 20 percent less and a child under 12 half. Snorkel drops, island visits and kayaks keep non-divers busy; there is no jacuzzi on this boat.
How many dives on a 7-night trip?
Sixteen to eighteen, three a day with one night dive, none on check-in day or in the 24 hours before you fly. Ten and eleven-night routes give 25 to 27 and two night dives.
Where are the 2027 departures?
The operator has published August 2027 onward for Princess Haseena, mostly Best of Central Atolls and Manta Madness weeks with discounts of 20 to 40 percent in August and September, then Northern Highlights in October and the long southern routes from February 2028. The table on this page updates daily from the operator sheet.
Princess Haseena or Princess Maani?
Same crew standard, same routes. Maani is the 2024 boat with 42 metres, suite-sized Deluxe cabins and two jacuzzis; Haseena is 32 metres, Maldivian-built, now solar-assisted, and cheaper on every route. If the cabin matters most, Maani; if the diving and the price matter most, Haseena.
Why book Princess Haseena with HolidayVibe
- Trusted brandHolidayVibe is a trusted brand in the Maldives travel industry, licensed by the Ministry of Tourism (MOT.O1.RS.TA.25.RD9933) and based in Malé.
- We know the boatsWe work directly with the operators, hold their cabin-by-cabin availability and have walked the decks. No call centre in another time zone.
- Full-cost quotesEvery quote lists the cruise, service fee, Green Tax, park fees, nitrox, gear and transfers, so the price you see is the price you pay.
- Often better value than booking sitesOperators give local agents their best rates. We pass that on and still answer on WhatsApp within the hour.
- Fishing, surf and dive on one deskNeed a fishing charter before the dive week, or a resort night after? One team books all of it.
Keep planning
- All Maldives liveaboardsFinder, routes, seasons and how booking works
- Boat directoryEvery boat we book in one table
- Princess Maani guideThe 2024 sister boat with suites and jacuzzis
- Fuvahmulah liveaboardTiger sharks and the Deep South routes
Written by Abdulla Maseeh, HolidayVibe Maldives, Malé. Vessel facts from the operator’s 2026 specification and media kit; availability and retail rates from the operator’s agent sheet, refreshed daily. Photos: Princess Haseena / Top Class Cruising.