DIVING
Diving in the Maldives is world-renowned — and for good reason. With warm, crystal-clear waters, abundant marine life, and dramatic underwater topography, it offers something for every diver. From gentle reef dives with turtles to exhilarating channel crossings with sharks and mantas, each dive promises a new thrill. Thanks to the atoll structure, the Maldives offers year-round diving, with different regions shining at different times.
Six Atolls. One Unforgettable Dive Journey.
From Rasdhoo’s pelagic thrills to South Ari’s manta hotspots and Vaavu’s legendary night dives — this is a handpicked itinerary showcasing the very best of central Maldives diving. Each atoll has its own personality, and together they tell a breathtaking underwater story.
NORTH MALE ATOLL
Easy Start, Big Life
Your adventure begins here, with relaxed dives to ease into the week — perfect for adjusting gear and buoyancy. Yet even on these first dives, you might already tick off eagle rays, turtles, and reef sharks.
RASDHOO ATOLL
Mantas & Channel Magic
This compact atoll packs a punch. While hammerhead sightings have become rare in recent years, the overall dive experience in Rasdhoo is exceptional. Madi Gaa is especially popular — a well-known manta cleaning station, offering graceful encounters when conditions align. The nearby channels may also reward lucky divers with fleeting glimpses of tiger sharks or hammerheads from a distance.
NORTH ARI ATOLL
Iconic Thilas & Shark Action
North Ari is a diver’s paradise — and home to some of the most iconic thila dives in the Maldives. Expect colorful coral pinnacles teeming with life, strong currents, and the chance to dive right among grey reef sharks, big-eyed trevallies, and stingrays. The Maaya Thila night dive is a must: an adrenaline-filled experience where sharks and rays circle confidently under the torchlight — they’re used to divers and not shy.
SOUTH ARI ATOLL
Mantas, Whale Sharks & Drift Dives
This region is a must for every diver. Known as one of the best places in the world to encounter whale sharks, it also offers consistent manta sightings and stunning coral reefs.
VAAVU ATOLL
Channels, Adrenaline & Sharks
A thrill-seeker’s paradise. This atoll is all about fast-paced channel diving and close shark encounters. It also hosts the most famous night dive in the Maldives.
SOUTH MALE ATOLL
A Strong Finale
On the return route, South Male offers high-current channels, colorful overhangs, and sometimes surprise pelagics. The perfect way to end a spectacular week.