M/Y Dhoni Stella

(Albatros Top Boat exclusive)

New from 2006, Dhoni Stella is a private and exclusive cruise boat with only two cabins, combining the appeal of old-fashioned boats with the comforts of the most modern cruise boats. This is in fact the first safari boat to be designed according to the legendary "Kalhoufummi", the dhoni of Maldivian hero Mohamed Thakurufan. Thanks to this very fast boat, he was able to miraculously escape the better-equipped and faster Portuguese vessels during the invasion of the Maldives in the second half of the XVI century. Dhoni Stella was made mostly using fine local wood and many of its details as well as its finishing are reminiscent of the simplicity and the elegance of its forerunner.

On board however the boat boasts all the comforts of a modern luxury boat and a state-of-the-art management of resources. The only 2 cabins are very spacious and can accommodate up to 6 guests; they both have large windows overlooking the sea and independently controlled air conditioning., LCD TV, DVD reader, safe and hair drier. Both cabins have an en-suite bathroom with desalinated sea water and shower cubicle. On board service is particularly attentive and professional thanks to the presence of qualified staff and the food on offer is of extremely high quality and it comprises both Italian dishes and Maldivian specialities, seafood and fresh fish. A small sun deck furnished with comfortable sun loungers allows guests to sunbathe during navigation or enjoy an aperitif at sunset.

All equipment on board is powered by an ultra modern and sophisticated system of batteries which gets recharged during navigation. At night time the boat is therefore completely silent and our gusts’ sleep is not disturbed by noises or vibrations. The cruise’s itinerary is agreed from day to day by the guests under the supervision of the captain, who will suggest the best course, depending on the guests’ expectations and the meteorological situation at the time. The holiday can therefore be personalised, depending on the activities favoured by the passengers: diving, snorkelling, fishing, with night-time stops opposite the most exclusive resorts, the remotest fishermen’s islands or unspoilt deserted islands and sand strips. The boat can also be moored for one or more days in front of an exclusive deserted island. Dhoni Stella can set sail either from the capital Malè or, upon request, from any other remote spot of the archipelago which can be reached by seaplane.

TECHNICAL SHEET

Year of construction	2005	Inverter	YES
Hull	wood	Telephone	YES
Length	21 m	Diving Dhoni	Upon request
Breadth	7 m	Dinghy	YES
Engine	210HP	First Aid	YES
Speed	13 knots	TV-Video/DVD	Individual
En-suite cabins	2 (Up to 6 passengers)	Spirits	YES
Electricity	220 volt	Air conditioning	Independently controlled
Cylinders	13.6 l. and 11 l INT_DIN	Safe	Individual