Duke Of York Liveaboard

M/Y Duca di York (Duke of York) is an elegant motor yacht launched in 2010, operated by Italian tour operator Albatros Top Boat for liveaboard diving cruises around the Maldives atolls. Spanning four decks and 36 metres, she offers 11 air-conditioned cabins (double and triple configurations) for 21-25 guests, each with a private bathroom, hot and cold water and a porthole or window. Onboard amenities include a lounge with bar, an open-air restaurant serving Italian and international buffet or à la carte cuisine, a boutique, library, board games, Wi-Fi and a shaded sun deck with 15 teak loungers. Diving is run from a dedicated 18m support dhoni with twin compressors, offering up to three dives a day, free nitrox, and courses from Discovery Scuba to Divemaster, with a crew of around 12-13 including dive guides.