Addicted to the Ocean and diving

In Top Class Cruising we have a “problem“: we are addicted to the Ocean and we adore diving. The passion that grows daily in our souls for this activity makes us want to improve every day as professionals, trying to work in harmony with the beautiful environment that hosts us.

That’s why we are one of the best dive cruise operators in the Maldives.

Welcome to Top Class Cruising

QUALITY AND VALUE

TOP CLASS CRUISING/FIRST CLASS CRUISING are 2 Maldivian Companies who has always worked in harmony with foreigner crews. Top Class Cruising was born in 2007, specialized in diving cruises in the Maldives, friendly to non-divers, as well. We provide quality and safety, and have received multiple awards, such as “Best Dive Safari in the Maldives” in 2018, 2019, and 2022, and “Best Local Dive Guide” in 2022. What makes us different from our competitors is the way we live the ocean, particularly the attention we pay on the quality of the dives, combined with special moments organized to imprint positive memories that will remain with you forever.

We take care of the paradise we had on loan

We hold great respect for the paradise that hosts us and that we borrow everyday to offer it to you in the best way possible. That’s why for years, we have been pursuing an ecological awareness journey, trying – despite many difficulties – to reduce the consumption of plastics and toxic substances as much as possible.

Top Class Cruising strives to minimize our environmental impact by using recycled materials and rechargeable batteries.

Our Company also aim to educate our guests to act with cognition and be attentive. After every activity our crew leaves the spots better than it was before: we make clean ups, we brief guests about the presence of protected animals and we do not allow to withdraw what belongs to the sea (shell, sand or dead corals). As with any durable and stable Company, we evolve towards better behavioral patterns: we do not employ unethical methods and means to attract pelagic fish.

We love our paradise and we want to preserve and pass it down.

A won bet: our dream is a reality

Top Class Cruising was born when our founder, on his first trip to Maldives in 2000, was struck by the beauty of the place and the possibilities it offered. An idea exploded within him that did not leave him for days: to combine his two passions, the sea and boats, to create another company in the world of cruises and diving.
That idea could have remained a dream, but instead, the desire to prove to the world that he could make a difference prevailed.
Top Class Cruising was one of the first Maldivian enterprises to focus on quality, comfort, elegance, professionalism, safety, and the preparation of instructors and crew.

The success was immediate and lasting, despite many things that have happened over the years in the world of diving, tourism with Covid and the war in Ukraine.

What we offer

EQUIPMENT

All you need for a safe dive

FREE NITROX

Available onboard

BECOME A DIVER

SDI-TDI courses: level up your skills

NON-DIVER FRIENDLY

Specific activities and emotions

4 DIVE GUIDES

Perfect for all levels of diving experience.

TENDERS

Comfortable Dinghi, spacious Diving Dhoni

18 DIVES/WEEK

More 25 dives per 10-nights cruise

1:1 CREW-TO-GUEST RATIO

Care, attention, readiness

What we ask you

Bring Your Own Water Container

Join us in protecting our planet. Bring your own water container and help reduce single-use plastics and carbon emissions. Together, we can make a difference.

No Shark Feeding. No Wildlife Chasing.

We proudly stand against shark feeding — and we’ve ended all whale shark chase tours too. Because true adventure means respecting nature, not disturbing it.

Reef-Safe Sunscreens Only

Protect our oceans by using only reef-safe sunscreens. Together, we can reduce sea pollution and preserve the beauty of our underwater world for future generations

Clean Islands and Sandbanks Initiative

Be a part of our mission to cleanse our islands and sandbanks. Help us pick up plastic and abandoned items, showing respect and love for our beautiful planet.

Our greatest achievements

High quality meals
Maximum safety
Trained personnel

Prepared, professional, friendly crew
Sustainable tourism
Green approach

Like all companies related to the tourism industry the darkest period in our history was 2020, the first year of Covid. In the early months of that year, there was fear, uncertainty and shock. Lockdowns all over the world (something unthinkable until that moment). Air flights were almost non-existent, restrictions even discouraged the bravest. Yet, despite everything, our founder decided to continue working while everyone else stopped.
“I felt that this was the right thing to do to give a strong signal. My first thought was to safeguard my employees as much as possible, while still ensuring their salaries.” And so it was.

Top Class Cruising worked hard through many difficulties, enormous risk of losses and even bankruptcy. In the end, the economic balance of that year miraculously ended in a draw. We are proud to have shown everyone that the true strength of Top Class Cruising is its large united and compact family.
The spirit of teamwork and harmony is also reflected in the great appreciation shared by our customers over time and written in hundreds of top-rated reviews. Many continue to choose us, returning multiple times.
And this is our strength and motivation to always do better.

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