Enjoy a diving holiday in the Maldives in January!

January in the Maldives is an ideal time of the year for a diving holiday.

January ushers in the Maldivian dry season, where the average temperature is 81°f  (27°c), with an average low temperature of  77°f (25°c) and an average high temperature of 84°f (29°c). The average precipitation in the Maldives in January is 75mm.

Check the Maldives weather forecast here!

Scuba Diving in January in the Maldives

January falls during the North East Monsoon Season in the Maldives, which normally lasts from December to April. The North East Monsoon Season also symbolizes the dry season in the Maldives, with currents running from the North East to the South West.

During this season, rainy days are uncommon and the sun is always shining, making a diving holiday to the Maldives in January a perfect escape from the cold winter weather! Imagine the envy of your colleagues as they are trudging to work in the snow as you sun yourself and scuba dive in the Maldives!

During the month of January in the Maldives, the visibility is excellent on the eastern side of the atolls and the water is warm, approximately 28 degrees Celsius, or 82.4 degrees Fahrenheit.

Although the western side of the atolls offers less visibility during January in the Maldives, this is the place to dive if you are looking for Manta Rays and Whale Sharks, the two most popular marine animals in the Maldives.  Most scuba divers return home 100% satisfied with their Maldives diving holiday as soon as they spot a Manta Ray and Whale Shark!

Diving Holidays in January in the Maldives

Maldives Dive Travel, in operation for over 20 years in the Maldives, offers guests a diverse selection of liveaboards for a January diving holiday. Also, don’t forget to check out Maldives Dive Travel’s BEST PRICE GUARANTEE!

January Diving Holiday on the Black Pearl

The Black Pearl liveaboard, measuring 95 feet long and 26 feet wide, offers guests seven comfortable cabins, each with air conditioner, en-suite bathroom and one double bed plus one single bed. The Black Pearl liveaboard‘s main deck is gorgeous, made entirely out of Balau wood.

The Black Pearl liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, December 28, 2009 – Monday, January 4, 2010 – Only USD$198/person per night!
• Monday, January 4, 2010 – Monday January 18, 2010  – Only USD$198/person per night!
• Monday, January 25, 2010 – Monday, February 1, 2010 – Only USD$198/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Black Pearl now!

Black Pearl Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Carina

The Carina liveaboard, under the professional management of long-time diving instructors Shaahina and Gert, attracts many repeat bookings from all over the world – the ultimate reward for any high-quality safari operation. Currently, Carina is the only liveaboard in the Maldives that offers ENOS-diver-location security equipment.

The Carina liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, December 28, 2009 – Monday, January 4, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!
• Wednesday, January 6, 2010 – Wednesday, January 20, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!
• Wednesday, January 20, 2010 – Wednesday, January 27, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!
• Saturday, January 30, 2010 – Saturday, February 6, 2010 – Only USD$172/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Carina now!

Carina Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Dream Catcher II

The Dream Catcher II liveaboard, built in 2008, has everything: a great atmosphere, lots of space and outstanding scuba diving. Dream Catcher II liveaboard, available for single and group bookings, offers a great combination of luxurious accommodation and modern facilities that will make your scuba diving holiday in the Maldives a most memorable occasion.

The Dream Catcher II liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Saturday, January 30, 2010 – Saturday, February 6, 2010 – Only USD$244/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Dream Catcher II now!

Dream Catcher II Livebaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Galileo

Certified according to the strict guidelines of German Lloyd, the Galileo liveaboard can venture further afield than the usual dive cruise routes. The owner of the Galileo liveaboard is a diving instructor, possessing 20 years diving experience in the Maldives. Choose from 423 dive spots in the on board GPS. Briefings are held in English and German.

The Galileo liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, Jan 04, 2010 – Monday, Jan 11, 2010 – Only EUR€126/person per night!
• Monday, Jan 11, 2010 – Monday, Jan 18, 2010 – Only EUR€126/person per night!
• Monday, Jan 18, 2010 – Monday, Jan 25, 2010 – Only EUR€108/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Galileo now!

Galileo Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Island Safari 2 Royal

Island Safari 2 Royal liveaboard was launched in 2007 and boasts 8 deluxe rooms and 2 suites, offering up to 20 guests plenty of space and comfort for an unforgettable diving holiday! All cruise dates on offer at Maldives Dive Travel are guaranteed to take place – in other words: there is no minimum booking requirement!

The Island Safari 2 Royal liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Saturday, Jan 09, 2010 – Saturday, Jan 16, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!
• Saturday, Jan 16, 2010 – Saturday, Jan 23, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!
• Saturday, Jan 23, 2010 – Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!
• Saturday, Jan 30, 2010 – Saturday, Feb 06, 2010 – Only USD$250/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Island Safari 2 Royal now!

Island Safari 2 Royal Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the MV Orion

The MV Orion is a brand new, luxurious super cruiser eager to chaperone guests to some of the Maldives most alluring dive sites. When on board the MV Orion, guests can enjoy a library, bar, jacuzzi and top of the line massage services.

The MV Orion offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Friday, January 8, 2010 – Monday, January 18, 2010 – Only USD$299/person per night!
• Monday, January 18, 2010 – Monday, January 25, 2010 – Only USD$299/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the MV Orion now!

MV Orion Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Nautilus One

Measuring 30 metres in length, the Nautilus One liveaboard is much more than just a safari boat. Built entirely from timber in the traditional Maldives shipbuilding style, the Nautilus One liveaboard is a true piece of art!

The Nautilus One liveaboard offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Tuesday, January 5, 2010 – Tuesday, January 12, 2010 – Only USD$201/person per night!
• Tuesday, January 26, 2010 – Monday, February 1, 2010 – Only USD$201/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Nautilus One now!

Nautilus One Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Nautilus Two

The Nautilus Two, measuring 43 metres in length, was built entirely out of wood, following the traditional Maldivian methods, which are not only visually appealing but have stood the test of time. The Nautilus Two features lots of room, beautiful construction, and the most modern equipment.

The Nautilus Two offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Tuesday, January 12, 2010 – Monday, January 18, 2010 – Only USD$220/person per night!
• Monday, January 25, 2010 – Monday, February 1, 2010 – Only USD$220/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Nautilus Two now!

Nautilus Two Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Stingray

MS Stingray is constructed from wood, combining traditional Maldivian methods and modern enginerring.  The 9 comfortable cabins aboard the MS Stingray (4 with double and 5 with twin beds) are equipped with air conditioning and en-suite hot-water showers. All cabins are equipped with outside portholes.

The MS Stingray offers the following diving holidays in Janaury:

• Monday, January 4, 2010 – Monday January 11, 2010 - Only USD$210/person per night!
• Monday, January 11, 2010 – Monday January 18, 2010 – Only USD$210/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Stingray now!

Stingray Liveaboard

January Diving Holiday on the Theia

Theia is a stylish 104-foot cruising yacht built in 2009 that offers all the amenities you would expect from a high-class Maldivian liveaboard, as well as the comfort and luxury of a private yacht. There are 8 cabins on Theia, providing accommodation for up to 18 guests. The Theia liveaboard provides scuba diving holidays each month, for either seven or ten nights, during which time guests have the opportunity to travel around the atolls of the Maldives, visiting some of the finest dive sites in the world.

The Theia offers the following diving holidays in January:

• Monday, January 4, 2010 – Monday January 11, 2010 – Only USD$275/person per night!
• Monday, January 11, 2010 – Monday January 18, 2010 – Only USD$262/person per night!
• Monday, January 18, 2010 – Monday January 25, 2010 – Only USD$234/person per night!
• Monday, January 25, 2010 – Monday February 1, 2010 – Only USD$234/person per night!

Book your Maldives diving holiday in January on the Theia now!

Theia Liveaboard

Take advantage of Maldives Dive Travel’s BEST PRICE GUARANTEE for Maldives scuba diving holidays in 2010!

Believe it or not, 2010 is right around the corner. With the holiday season approaching at an increasingly rapid rate, you’ll be sipping champagne and setting off firecrackers as the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2010 before you know it!

As you jot down your New Year’s resolutions for 2010 (which are surprisingly similar to those from 2009, 2008, 2007…), spice it up a bit with a Maldives scuba diving holiday!

Most likely, your list will include resolutions such as “Spend More Time with Family & Friends,” “Enjoy Life More,” and “Learn Something New,” all of which you’ll experience during a Maldives scuba diving holiday.

For example, “Learn Somthing New” on the Carina liveaboard, a beautiful ship featuring spacious rooms and lots of shaded areas on its numerous decks. The Carina is offering a special “Marine Biology Cruise” in the Maldives from February 8 – 22, 2010.

Special Marine Biology Maldives Cruise on Carina Liveaboard

Carina Liveaboard

Explore the Maldivian reefs under the expert guidance of two marine biologists and PADI-Certified Dive Instructors: Mary Eichler-Bilek & Leo Bilek.

In-depth dive briefings and workshops will be given in English and German throughout the cruise to help participants see the reefs and their inhabitants in a new light. A very special feature of this cruise is the opportunity of taking the Night Naturalist Specialty Course, a programme developed by Mary herself and recognised by PADI. There is also the option of obtaining the PADI – Underwater Naturalist Certification on Carina during the cruise.

Learn more about this once-in-a-lifetime Maldives scuba diving holiday here!

Maldives Dry Season

With the 2010 New Year also comes the Maldivian dry season, heralded as the best time to plan your scuba diving holiday in the Maldives!

Don’t miss out on these special offers for 2010 — Your Maldives scuba diving holiday is right around the corner!

Also, Maldives Dive Travel is the only agency offering guests a BEST PRICE GUARANTEE. So, be confident that you’re getting the best possible prices with Maldives Dive Travel. Learn more about our Best Price Guarantee here!

Maldives Scuba Diving Holidays

MV Orion – Scuba Diving Holidays

MV Orion Liveaboard

MV Orion Scuba Diving Holiday: January 8-18, 2010 -

Escape the January Blues and jet off to the Maldives where you will be spoilt in the comfort of the MV Orion and see some of the most amazing underwater scenery in the world.

10-day January 2010 scuba diving holiday on MV Orion  just USD $2,990 per person !

MV Orion Scuba Diving Holiday: January 18-25, 2010 -

Late January is a great time to visit the Maldives: weather conditions are still excellent, but the Christmas crowds are gone.  Take a week off work in January … there really is no better to unwind than a week on MV Orion.

7-day scuba diving holiday on MV Orion just USD $2,093 per person!

Get more information on these 2010 specials here!

Black Pearl – Scuba Diving Holidays

Black Pearl Liveaboard

Black Pearl Scuba Diving Holiday: December 28 – January 4, 2010 -

On December 28, why not bring in the New Year with your scuba diving buddies in the Maldives, on this seven-night scuba diving adventure?  The Black Pearl special offer price has been maintained, despite the New Year festivities.

14-day scuba diving holiday on Black Pearl just USD $1.386 per person!

Black Pearl Scuba Diving Holiday: February 15 – 25, 2010 -

Later on in the season, the Black Pearl has another unbeatable offer on a ten-night scuba diving holiday in the Maldives.  February is still considered among the best months of the year in which to scuba dive in the Maldives.  Book your diving holiday of a lifetime in the Maldives next February.  This departure date is already confirmed.

10-day scuba diving holiday on Black Pearl just USD $1.980 per person!

Black Pearl Scuba Diving Holiday: February 28 – March 10, 2010 -

While the diving is good year-round in the Maldives, many believe the best conditions end around April time.  So, squeeze a trip in next March and take advantage of some of the finest scuba diving conditions in the world. This departure date is already confirmed.

10-day scuba diving holiday on Black Pearl just USD $1.980 per person!

Get more information on these 2010 specials here!

Galileo - Scuba Diving Holidays

Galileo Liveaboard

Galileo Scuba Diving Holiday: Dec 21 – January 2, 2010

For the ultimate scuba diving holiday in the Maldives, book a space on this 12-night scuba diving expedition on Galileo and visit the largest variety of dive sites in hte Maldives.  With 12 nights available for cruising, there is no doubt you will have the opportunity to visit atolls that shorter dive safaris simply cannot include in their itineraries.

12-day scuba diving holiday on Galileo just €1.296 per person!

Get more information on these 2010 specials here!

The first solar eclipse of 2010 will occur in the Maldives on January 15th…

An eclipse of the Sun (or solar eclipse) can only occur at New Moon when the Moon passes between Earth and Sun. If the Moon’s shadow falls upon Earth’s surface, we see some portion of the Sun’s disk covered or ‘eclipsed’ by the Moon.

First Solar Eclipse of 2010

The first solar eclipse of 2010 will occur at the Moon’s ascending node in western Sagittarius.

Annular Eclipse

An annular eclipse will be visible from a 300-km-wide track that traverses central Africa, the Indian Ocean and eastern Asia.

Partial Eclipse

A partial eclipse will be seen within the much broader path of the Moon’s penumbral shadow, which includes Eastern Europe, most of Africa, Asia, and Indonesia.

Annular Path of 2010 Solar Eclipse

The annular path of the 2010 solar eclipse begins in westernmost Central African Republic at 05:14 UT. Because the Moon passes through apogee two days later (Jan 17 at 01:41 UT), its large distance from Earth produces an unusually wide path of annularity. Traveling eastward, the shadow quickly sweeps through Uganda, Kenya, and southern Somalia, while the central line duration of annularity grows from 7 to 9 minutes.

2010 Solar Eclipse

For the next two hours, the antumbra crosses the Indian Ocean, its course slowly curving from east-southeast to northeast. The instant of greatest eclipse occurs at 07:06:33 UT when the eclipse magnitude will reach 0.9190. At this instant, the duration of annularity is 11 minutes 8 seconds, the path width is 333 kilometers and the Sun is 66° above the flat horizon formed by the open ocean. Such a long annular duration will not be exceeded for over 1000 years (3043 Dec 23).

First Solar Eclipse of 2010 in Maldives

The central track continues northeast where it finally encounters land in the Maldive Islands (07:26 UT). The capital city Male experiences an annular phase lasting 10 minutes 45 seconds This is the longest duration of any city having an international airport in the eclipse track.

First Solar Eclipse of 2010 in India & Northern Sri Lanka

When the antumbra reaches Asia, the central line passes directly between the southern tip of India and northern Sri Lanka (07:51 UT). Both regions lie within the path where maximum annularity lasts 10 minutes 15 seconds quickly sweeping over the Bay of Bengal the shadow reaches Burma where the central line duration is 8 minutes 48 seconds and the Sun’s altitude is 34°.

First Solar Eclipse of 2010 in China

By 08:41 UT, the central line enters China. The shadow crosses the Himalayas through Yunnan and Sichuan provinces Chongqing lies directly on the central line and witnesses’ duration of 7 minutes 50 seconds with the Sun 15° above the horizon. Racing through parts of Shaanxi and Hubei provinces, the antumbra’s speed increases as the duration decreases. In its final moments, the antumbra travels down the Shandong Peninsula and leaves Earth’s surface (08:59 UT).