Scuba Diving

Top spots include Fuvahmulah, Maaya Thila, and Hanifaru Bay (a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve).

Experience World-Class Diving in the Maldives

The Maldives is a haven for marine life, offering the chance to swim alongside manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, and schools of colorful tropical fish. With dive sites featuring shipwrecks, underwater caves, and stunning coral walls, there’s always something exciting to explore. The crystal-clear waters, often with visibility of over 30 meters, make it easy to soak in the beauty of this underwater world. Seasonal highlights like the gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks at spots such as Hanifaru Bay add an extra touch of magic to the experience

Best Time for Diving

  • Dry Season (November to April): Calm seas, excellent visibility, and warmer waters.
  • Wet Season (May to October): Best time for manta rays and whale sharks, especially in Baa Atoll.

Top Dive Sites in the Maldives

  • Hanifaru Bay (Baa Atoll): A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve famous for its manta ray congregations (May to November).
  • Maaya Thila (Ari Atoll): Known as a "fish soup" due to the abundance of marine life, including reef sharks and moray eels.
  • Fuvahmulah: Dive with tiger sharks, thresher sharks, and other pelagic species.
  • Kuda Giri Wreck (South Male Atoll): A small wreck teeming with life, suitable for beginners and experienced divers.
  • Vaavu Atoll Channels: Drift dives through channels with a high chance of spotting sharks and rays.

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