Maldives Holiday Collections partners Sail Lanka to introduce SL’s first Diving Liveaboard tourism operation

From left: Chanaka Gamage – General Manager Sail Lanka Charter, Koenraad Pringiers – Group CEO Sail Lanka Charter, Hifnaz Jiffrey – Group CEO Maldives Holiday Collections, Yohan Abeyesekera  Serendib Scuba 

For the first time in Sri Lanka’s marine tourism industry, Maldives Holiday Collections Pvt Ltd which is a leading liveaboard operator in the Maldives, partnered with Sail Lanka Charter Pvt Ltd to launch the country’s first dedicated diving liveaboard tourism experience.
This collaboration brings together two regional leaders with a shared vision to elevate Sri Lanka as a premium destination for marine tourism. The new liveaboard offering will feature curated dive cruises, cultural explorations, and marine adventures along Sri Lanka’s spectacular coastline by unlocking a new frontier in experiential travel.
“Sri Lanka is considered our second home,” said Shaushaan Shafeeq, Managing Director of Maldives Holiday Collections. “Our connection with this beautiful country runs deep. We’re excited to contribute meaningfully to the local tourism landscape and share Sri Lanka’s marine wonders with the world.”
The partnership is designed to blend international standards with local authenticity. Maldives Holiday Collections brings extensive experience from operating premium liveaboards across the Maldives and Indonesia, while Sail Lanka offers longstanding local expertise and maritime infrastructure.
Hifnaz Jiffrey, Group CEO of Maldives Holiday Collections added, “We believe Sri Lanka holds enormous untapped potential in marine tourism. This partnership is not just about launching a product, it’s about setting the foundation for a new chapter in regional tourism, built on sustainability, excellence, and collaboration. We’re especially proud to be the first to introduce this concept to Sri Lanka, one that we believe will bring much needed economic benefit, create local employment, and support the country’s tourism industry.”
The first itineraries will include dive expeditions, whale watching routes, and cultural stopovers, all delivered with a focus on world class service, guest safety, and comfort.
Chanaka Gamage, General Manager of Sail Lanka Charter Pvt Ltd, commented, “This is a defining milestone moment for Sri Lanka. Sail Lanka proudly joins hands with Maldives Holiday Collections to charter a bold new course in maritime tourism. This partnership isn’t just about luxury, it’s about transforming how the world experiences our island by sea. From sustainability to sophistication, we’re raising the bar and unlocking a powerful new chapter in Sri Lanka’s tourism journey.”