SAFIRA

Name: Moosa Jameel
Position: Captain
Born in the Maldives, Captain Moosa has been at sea for well over 30 years. He has vast experience in navigating the Maldivian seas and has trained many who have gone on to become captains themselves. His years of experience help him navigate the reefs and lagoons of the Maldives with ease. He takes pride in his role and strives to ensure clients have memorable experiences during their charter. Moosa has been the Captain of SAFIRA since she arrived in Maldives. He has a very warm and welcoming personality and is liked by everyone onboard. During his days off, Moosa enjoys fishing.

Name: Mohamed Shuailam Nasheed
Position: Charter Director/ Manager onboard
Mohamed was born in Maldives and spent his childhood in and around water. He is in charge of the overall operations of SAFIRA and ensures the operations onboard are carried out as expected. He is responsible for the overall safety of the clients and crew onboard and ensures that the charter plan is followed and executed. He has worked previously on other yachts in Maldives and offers valuable experience and business insight onboard. Mohamed is able to provide details about the onboard operations at all times.

Name: Yoosuf Hussain
Position: First Mate
Yoosuf Hussain is one of the most experienced crew onboard. He has worked onboard several yachts over the years and has brought with him a lot of valuable experience. He is very particular about safety standards and will ensure clients are safe at all times. He has dealt with many different boats and has worked as captain prior to coming onboard. His vast experience and knowledge is much appreciated onboard. He is well respected and is able to manage, handle and solve many problems. He enjoys fishing.

Name: Hemantha Kumara
Position: Chef
Chef Hemantha brings with him years of experience serving clients across Maldives and in Sri Lanka. He has worked in numerous resorts and yachts. Chef Hemantha is specifically talented in creating dishes in French, Italian, European, Mediterranean, East Asian, Indian and Sri Lankan cuisines. He can prepare Sushi and Sashimi based dishes as well. He has previously worked on yachts specifically working with the American markets for over 10 years. His warm personality and extensive culinary knowledge ensures SAFIRA is able to provide clients with many different culinary experiences

Name: Ahmed Maahy
Position: Steward
Maahy was born and raised in the Maldives. He is one of the stewards onboard. He will be the first person to greet you and will be at your service throughout the charter. He is friendly and will make sure your stay onboard SAFIRA is a memorable one. He is passionate about providing exceptional experiences for charter guests. He is a wine enthusiast and works with the chef to create and recommend wine pairings that go well with the cuisine onboard.

Name: Nahiz Nizam
Position: Steward
Nahiz has been in the hospitality industry for the past 3 years. Working in different luxury resorts in Maldives in different positions. He has previously worked onboard yachts and knows and understands navigation. Born and raised in Maldives, his love for the ocean drew him towards the yachting industry and eventually to SAFIRA. He is very calm under pressure and very personable. He is a fast learner and takes pride in ensuring guests have everything they require ready and available at all times. He enjoys fishing on his spare time.

Name: Ali Mohamed
Position: Deckhand
Ali has been working onboard SAFIRA from the beginning. He has previously worked on liveaboards in Maldives as a deckhand. He is a hard worker and valuable member of our team. He is a fast learner and has been able to help out with routine maintenance in the engine room as well. Ali has a quiet personality and is liked by everyone onboard.

Name: Ahmed Manim
Position: Deckhand/Stew
Manim is the newest member of our crew. He is very energetic and very comfortable in the water. He has completed fire awareness training and is capable of working under pressure. He is starting out in the charter industry and intends to gain experience and move up the ranks. He will join clients on excursions as a guide. He has a calm personality and enjoys water sports. He enjoys martial arts training on his free time.

Name: Aminath (Anyu) Hasna
Position: Yoga Instructor/Junior Stew
Anyu is the yoga instructor onboard SAFIRA when requested by guests (for an additional fee of $250 p/day). She has worked as a yoga instructor at many luxury resorts and brings with her a wealth of experience. She trained as an instructor in India and has over 7 years experience with different types of yoga. She likes to conduct sessions in small groups. As well as being a yoga instructor, she has also worked as a photographer and creative director for several studios and design houses in Maldives.

Specialist dive instructors come aboard for each charter – normally 2 depending on the size of the group.
A specialise masseuse is also freelance and joins each charter if restrictions allow.