About Faneca Expeditions
We're divers who believe the best underwater experiences come from thoughtful curation, not endless search results.
Our Story
Faneca Expeditions was started by Mo, a diver with more than 2,000 dives logged on liveaboards. After years of living on dive boats, he kept seeing the same problem: finding the right trip meant hours of research across dozens of websites, conflicting reviews, and guessing whether a destination really matched your experience.
That time on board is what we plan from. We know which operators deliver, which routes give the best encounters, and which weeks bring the right conditions.
Based in Portugal, we plan liveaboard trips for divers worldwide, with honest advice instead of algorithm-generated lists. You can read how we plan and verify trips.
What We Stand For
Quality Over Quantity
We work with a curated selection of operators we've personally vetted. If we wouldn't book it ourselves, we won't recommend it to you.
Honest Recommendations
No sponsored rankings or hidden incentives. Our advice is based purely on what's best for your experience level, interests, and budget.
Personal Service
You're not a booking number. We remember your preferences, follow up after trips, and genuinely care about your diving adventures.
Sustainable Diving
We prioritize operators committed to marine conservation, responsible diving practices, and supporting local communities.
2,000+
Dives on liveaboards
500+
Liveaboard nights
30+
Destinations explored
15+
Years diving
Best Price Guarantee
We earn commission from operators when you book through us — you pay the same price as booking direct. No markups, no hidden fees.
What you get extra: personalized advice, itinerary planning, safety guidance, and a dedicated concierge who knows the operators personally. Same price, significantly better experience.
The Boutique Difference
Large aggregator sites list hundreds of boats with no quality filter. We work with a focused selection of operators we've personally vetted — typically 20-30 across our core regions.
This means we know which cabins are best, which dive guides to request, and which weeks have the best conditions. That insider knowledge is what turns a good trip into an unforgettable one.
Ready to Plan Your Next Adventure?
Whether you're a first-time liveaboard diver or a seasoned explorer, we're here to help you find the perfect trip.
