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Carpe Vita

The Carpe Vita liveaboard offers year-round diving in the Maldives

Carpe Vita, meaning "Seize Life," is a purpose-built, modern liveaboard designed to let you explore the hidden treasures of the Maldives in luxury and comfort.

Built in 2010 and refurbished in 2023, the Carpe Vita is a 38 metre wooden hull purpose built liveaboard along with her 20 metre custom built matching diving “dhoni”. Meals on board the Carpe Vita are served in a semi buffet style and prepared by the fine dining chef. The large main deck is where the air conditioned lounge, restaurant area and buffet table is located along with the library, camera table and business centre. There is a comfortable sitting area with plug points for laptops as well as a music system, TV/DVD and MP3 player for entertainment.

The platform at the back with 2 freshwater showers is located near an outdoor sitting area with comfortable cushions where you can take in the beautiful colours of the Indian Ocean. The Carpe Vita comfortably accommodates 20 passengers in its 10 large cabins over 3 decks. On the upper deck you will find the 2 spacious suites along with the main open air dining area and bar. The outside sofa seating area in front of the bridge also offers fabulous views of the clear blue seas. The sundeck chairs and hot tub are perfect for a relaxing evening after a hard day’s diving.

Lower Deck Standard Cabin

The lower deck cabins have one queen bed and one twin bed. All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes, life jackets and TV screens connected to a central media system and their own private bathrooms.

  • Queen and twin bed
  • Individually controlled air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Flat screen TV

Superior Cabin

The two main deck superior cabins each have either a king bed or 2 single beds. All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes, life jackets and TV screens connected to central media system and their own private bathrooms.

  • King or two single beds
  • Private ensuite
  • Individually controlled air conditioning
  • Flat screen TV

Suite Upper Deck

The upper deck features 2 VIP suites with either a king bed or 2 super single beds. All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes, life jackets and TV screens connected to central media system and their own private bathrooms.

  • King bed or two Single beds
  • Individually controlled air conditioning
  • Ensuite with dual sinks, shower and tub
  • Flat screen TV with DVD player

Route Options

Discover the mesmerising underwater world of the Maldives in North Ari, South Ari, and Rasdhoo Atolls.

Whether you're an experienced diver or a beginner eager to explore the wonders beneath the surface, North Ari, South Ari, and Rasdhoo Atolls offer a gateway to a world of captivating beauty.

As you venture deeper into this underwater wonderland, you'll be captivated by the beauty of cleaning stations, where marine creatures gather for grooming rituals. It's crucial to approach these sites with the utmost respect for the local ecosystem, ensuring a sustainable and harmonious coexistence with the marine life.

Prepare to be awestruck by the diverse and breathtaking marine species that call Ari Atolls home. You'll encounter a spectacular array of sharks, from sleek reef sharks to the awe-inspiring hammerheads. Glide alongside majestic mantas, watch schools of colourful reef fish go about their daily routines, and spot graceful turtles gracefully gliding through the crystal-clear waters. Keep your eyes peeled for the thrilling possibility of encountering the world's largest fish, the gentle giant, the whale shark.

What sets Ari Atolls apart is the abundance of macro life that hides in the nooks and crannies of the coral reefs. Discover tiny, intricate creatures that often go unnoticed, adding a layer of intrigue to your diving experience.

Sample Itinerary

Seven Night trip: Day 2 - 6 / Ten Night Trip: Day 2 - 9 Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. 7 Night trip includes 1 night dive and beach BBQ. 10 Night Trip includes 2 Nights dives and beach BBQ. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. Night spent anchored in every atoll mentioned in route

Seven Night trip: Day 7 / Ten Night Trip: Day 10

Taking into account your international flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organise either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

(Laamu) Huvadhoo - Foammulah - Addu

Embark on an Epic Dive Adventure in the Deep South of the Maldives

If you're a passionate diver seeking the ultimate underwater thrill, the Deep South of the Maldives beckons with a promise of unforgettable experiences.

From January to April, this remote region between Huvadhu and Addu (Seenu) Atolls comes alive with incredible shark action and mesmerising marine encounters. Take a week away from the crowds and immerse yourself in the wonders of Addu, Fuvahmulah, and Huvadhoo, where you'll have the chance to meet the Indian Ocean's most majestic residents, including tiger sharks, silver tips, grey reef sharks, and even the gentle giants – whale sharks.

Addu Atoll: Dive History and Marine Majesty
Addu Atoll, also known as Seenu Atoll, is home to over 30 world-class dive sites, each offering exceptional visibility and marine wonders. Year-round, you can spot manta rays, turtles, sharks, and pelagic life. Explore the WWII wreck, HMS British Loyalty, a piece of diving history, and visit the majestic Manta Cleaning station at Maa Kandu. Addu Atoll also offers a more relaxing drift dive at Demon corner, a perfect way to begin or end your dive expedition.

Fuvahmulah: The Predator's Playground
Fuvahmulah is renowned for its incredible marine encounters, especially with apex predators. Expect thrilling encounters with tiger, silky, silver tip, and thresher sharks on the south plateaux. This remote island is a hotspot for oceanic giant mantas and offers the possibility of rare sightings, such as sailfish, mola mola (Sun Fish) and large schools of tuna. Dive into the deep Indian Ocean and experience the adrenaline rush of exploring this predator's playground.

Huvadhu Atoll: Dive into the Deep
Huvadhoo (Gaafu Alifu) Atoll, the largest Atoll in the Maldives, offers thrilling diving opportunities in its deep lagoons, channels, and vibrant reefs. The currents and channels here are ideal for spotting a wide range of sharks, including hammerheads and grey reef sharks. If you're lucky, you may even encounter the magnificent whale sharks. Dive into world-class channels like Vilingilli, Koodoo, Nilandhoo, and Mareehaa, and explore the deep waters that house an abundance of marine life, from dolphins to turtles, guitarfish, and more.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 For all South Trips you require to purchase a domestic flight either to Addu (GAN), Huvadhu (GKK) or Laamu (KDO).

Day 2 - 6 Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. One Beach BBQ incuded in trip.

Day 7 Taking into account your domestic flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organise either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

Experience the extraordinary with the Manta Madness itineraries, which include the "Best of Maldives" adventure with the addition of Baa and Raa atolls to the journey. These meticulously crafted trips are thoughtfully designed to explore all the frequented Manta spots and enchanting lagoons, including the renowned Hanifaru Bay in Baa atoll.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1: Join the boat for an unforgettable experience.

Seven Night trip: Day 2 - 6 / Ten Night Trip: Day 2 - 9 Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. 7 Night trip includes 1 night dive and beach BBQ. 10 Night Trip includes 2 Nights dives and beach BBQ. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying buffet spread including Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. Night spent anchored in every atoll mentioned in route.

Seven Night trip: Day 7 / Ten Night Trip: Day 10 Taking into account your Domestic (if your route ends in Dharavandhoo) or international flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organise either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

Experience the extraordinary with the Manta Madness itineraries, which include the "Best of Maldives" adventure with the addition of Baa and Raa atolls to the journey. These meticulously crafted trips are thoughtfully designed to explore all the frequented Manta spots and enchanting lagoons, including the renowned Hanifaru Bay in Baa atoll.

Highlights

Baa - Raa- Baa - Rasdhoo - North Ari - South Ari - Vaavu - South Male Start your Adventure in Baa Atoll which will require a domestic flight from Male' to Dharavandhoo.

Experience the extraordinary with the Manta Madness itineraries, which include the "Best of Maldives" adventure with the addition of Baa and Raa atolls to the journey. These meticulously crafted trips are thoughtfully designed to explore all the frequented Manta spots and enchanting lagoons, including the renowned Hanifaru Bay in Baa atoll. The best time to embark on this mesmerising journey is during the summer months, spanning from June to October.

Highlights:

Hanifaru Bay Unesco World Heritage Site
Vibrant Coral Reefs
Mantas + cleaning stations
Whale Sharks
Thila Dives (Coral Pinnacles)
Dive with Nurse Sharks
Wreck Dive
Drift Dive
Channel Dive
Pelagic Encounters
Beach BBQ

Experience the ultimate diving adventure with the "Best of Maldives" route, where you'll explore the most renowned dive sites in North Male' (Kaafu) Atoll, Rasdhoo (Alif Alif) Atoll, North Ari (Alif Alif) Atoll, South Ari (Alif Dhaal) Atoll, Vaavu (Felidhoo) Atoll, and South Male' (Kaafu) Atoll.

You'll explore the most renowned dive sites in North Male - Rasdhoo - North Ari - South Ari - Vaavu - South Male'

Sample Itinerary

Seven Night trip: Day 2 - 6 / Ten Night Trip: Day 2 - 9 Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. 7 Night trip includes 1 night dive and beach BBQ. 10 Night Trip includes 2 Nights dives and beach BBQ. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. Night spent anchored in every atoll mentioned in route

Seven Night trip: Day 7 / Ten Night Trip: Day 10

Taking into account your international flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organise either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

Embark on an Epic Dive Adventure in the Deep South of the Maldives

If you're a passionate diver seeking the ultimate underwater thrill, the Deep South of the Maldives beckons with a promise of unforgettable experiences.

From January to April, this remote region between Huvadhu and Addu (Seenu) Atolls comes alive with incredible shark action and mesmerising marine encounters. Take a week away from the crowds and immerse yourself in the wonders of Addu, Fuvahmulah, and Huvadhoo, where you'll have the chance to meet the Indian Ocean's most majestic residents, including tiger sharks, silver tips, grey reef sharks, and even the gentle giants – whale sharks.

Addu Atoll: Dive History and Marine Majesty
Addu Atoll, also known as Seenu Atoll, is home to over 30 world-class dive sites, each offering exceptional visibility and marine wonders. Year-round, you can spot manta rays, turtles, sharks, and pelagic life. Explore the WWII wreck, HMS British Loyalty, a piece of diving history, and visit the majestic Manta Cleaning station at Maa Kandu. Addu Atoll also offers a more relaxing drift dive at Demon corner, a perfect way to begin or end your dive expedition.

Fuvahmulah: The Predator's Playground
Fuvahmulah is renowned for its incredible marine encounters, especially with apex predators. Expect thrilling encounters with tiger, silky, silver tip, and thresher sharks on the south plateaux. This remote island is a hotspot for oceanic giant mantas and offers the possibility of rare sightings, such as sailfish, mola mola (Sun Fish) and large schools of tuna. Dive into the deep Indian Ocean and experience the adrenaline rush of exploring this predator's playground.

Huvadhu Atoll: Dive into the Deep
Huvadhoo (Gaafu Alifu) Atoll, the largest Atoll in the Maldives, offers thrilling diving opportunities in its deep lagoons, channels, and vibrant reefs. The currents and channels here are ideal for spotting a wide range of sharks, including hammerheads and grey reef sharks. If you're lucky, you may even encounter the magnificent whale sharks. Dive into world-class channels like Vilingilli, Koodoo, Nilandhoo, and Mareehaa, and explore the deep waters that house an abundance of marine life, from dolphins to turtles, guitarfish, and more.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 For all South Trips you require to purchase a domestic flight either to Addu (GAN), Huvadhu (GKK) or Laamu (KDO).

Day 2 - 6 Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. One Beach BBQ incuded in trip.

Day 7 Taking into account your domestic flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organise either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

Explore the Maldives' southern atolls on a carefully curated 10 or 12-night dive trip, starting in North Male' and heading south to the Southern Central Atolls, including South Male', Vaavu, and Meemu.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1

For all Southern Sharks Trips you are required to purchase a domestic flight either to Addu (GAN) on arrival day or departure day depending on your route.

Day 2 - 9

Embark on three exhilarating dives every day. Your diving adventure is complemented by a satisfying spread including Buffet Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Snacks, and Dinner. One Beach BBQ and Night dive included in the trip.

Day 10

Taking into account your domestic flight schedule and the cumulative dives completed during the week, the dive team will organse either one or two morning dives. Enjoy your last lunch and dinner with your new dive buddies.

Day 11.

At 08:00 am, complete the check-out process as our team accompanies you to either Velana International or GAN International Airport depending on the route choosen. Depart with cherished memories and newfound dive companions, marking a lifetime of unforgettable experiences

Vessel Details

Year Built / Refurbished 2010 / 2023
Length 38 metres long
Beam 10 metres
Speed 9.5 knots cruising speed
Engines Doosan Daewood Diesel 600 Hp
Generators 3 Generators, 52KW & 16KW
Number of Cabins 10 large cabins
Communication & Navigation GPS, sounder, VHF radio, internet and GSM
Salon & Dining Area Al fresco dining area with an AC lounge area
Entertainment TV/DVD/CD systems
Emergency Equipment Medic First Aid Kit available onboard
Air Compressors 2 x Bauer 3201 HP compressors
Equipment Rental Equipment rental available onboard
Dive Deck Diving is from a dhoni with ample space for all divers, cameras and equipment. The dive deck has a separate camera and wetsuit rinse tanks and 2 hot water showers.
Equipment Rental The equipment rental price listed above is per person per day based on 7 night charters. The equipment needs to be pre booked in advance.
Full Equipment Includes: BCD, Dive Computer, Regulator, Snorkel Gear, Wetsuit - $290-$410
Regulator $85-$120
Dive Computer $85-120
Wetsuits $35-$45
Torch $40-$55
BCD $85-$120
Mask, Snorkel, Fins $40-$55

Available Experiences

ITINERARIES AVAILABLE IN THIS DESTINATION

Marcelina

Friday, 06 December 2013

Fabulous Fiji by Marcelina Jesus on Sport Diver Magazine

Lured by the promise of world-class reefs and adrenaline-fueled shark encounters Marcelina Jesus ventures to the wild islands of Fiji.

Fabulous Fiji by Marcelina Jesus on Sport Diver Magazine

What Our Customers Have To Say

Reviews from our Clients, Journalists, Photo Pro's and our own Experts

Our reviews and blogs are an additional guide to evaluate of the holiday is exactley what you are looking for or not. Some love an Eco-Resort, some love air-con and a flat screen TV, we aim to ensure you get what you are looking for, at great value for money.

7 night aboard the Carpe Vita

The Carpa Vita is an excellent Liveaboard boat, which is run by an excellent, enthusiastic and helpful crew who’s only job it seems is to make your holiday one to remember. The accommodation aboard the Carpa Vita is to a very high standard, the ladies might want a hair dryer, but everything else is there. As for the diving, well, I got what I paid for, Manta’s, Whalesharks, Sharks, Macro life and everything in between. With a water temperature of between 29-30 deg. C I was never cold and with up to four dives a day (most days) I got to see a lot. If diving is your first love then the Carpa Vita has to be your first choice, it’s eat, dive, eat dive, eat dive, eat dive and sleep.

Peter M

Kuredo Express

Northern Region, Maldives

Kuredo Express is one of the most famous dive sites in the Lhaviyani Atoll. Express gets its name from the strong currents that can flow here. The Sandy channel leads to a corner where there are terraces of different depths, perfect for action encounters with grey reef sharks, eagle rays, large tuna, napoleons, stingrays and barracuda.

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Maadhoo Wreck

Northern Region, Maldives

Maadhoo Wreck is located on the south side of Dapparhu Island in the Haa Alifu Atoll. This beautiful 80 metres long wreck immediately presents you with 4 chimneys rising out of the water and it is easily accessible at a depth of 5 to 18 metres. As you descend to the deepest point of the dive, you'll see leopard sharks hiding from the moderate current beneath the stern.

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Miyaru Kandu

Northern Region, Maldives

One of the channel dives that you don’t want to miss. With strong incoming current the list of possible encounters is impressive. Mainly grey reef sharks but also whitetip reef sharks, eagle rays, napoleons and tunas are quite common and with the visibility reaching 120 feet during the northeast monsoon it can be the highlight of the trip.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Foammulah south

Southern Region, Maldives

This place offers one of the most incredible drift dives in the the archipelago. Unlike other atolls in the Maldives this one has no lagoon. Surrounded by depths in the middle of the Indian Ocean the site offers unique conditions to encounter species like tiger sharks, oceanic mantas, mola mola, thresher sharks, hammerheads, grey reef sharks and other big fish.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

North Ari

South Male Atoll, Maldives

Diving in North Ari Atoll is not famous for corals, and in fact, many dive spots may seem a little dull in terms of the coral splendor. However, the main attraction of this part of the atoll is the regular encounters with big marine life including reef and hammerhead sharks.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

North Male

South Male Atoll, Maldives

Explore the captivating underwater world of North Male Atoll with its renowned dive sites like Lankan Manta Point and Fish Factory. Encounter vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life including mantas, sharks, and colorful reef fish, making it a diver's paradise.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

South Male

South Male Atoll, Maldives

The South Malé Atoll offers thrilling dives characterized by strong currents, making it ideal for more experienced divers. This atoll features deep channels, known as kandus, which funnel nutrient-rich water from the open ocean into the inner lagoon, attracting large schools of fish, sharks, and other pelagic species. Coral life flourishes along the outer reef walls and on thilas—underwater pinnacles—while overhangs and caves within the channels provide shelter for a variety of macro life.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Hanifaru Bay

Northern Region, Maldives

The famous Hanifaru Bay, which is known locally as Vandhumaafaru Adi, is thought to be one the few places in the world where whale sharks congregate in to mate, although recent research suggests otherwise with the vast majority of the whale sharks seen there being young males. The bay also regularly sees some of the largest gatherings of Manta rays worldwide with up to one hundred individuals in the small inlet when the tide pushes plankton into the bay.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Dhigu Thila

Northern Region, Maldives

Dhigu in the Maldivian language means Long and Thila means pinnacle, and that is exactly what this dive site is, a long thin pinnacle in Baa Atoll, starting at 6m and descending down to 30m. Between 12 and 25m there are some interesting overhangs with some soft coral and Gorgonian Fan coral. Look out for Leaf Fish, Frog Fish and Stonefish, as well as nudibranchs, white tip reef sharks and perhaps the odd Manta passing in its way to it from Hanifaru Bay.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30

Bodu Miyaru Kandu

Northern Region, Maldives

Also known as 'Big Shark Channel', this is another top dive site and certainly lives up to its name. Dropping in at the south eastern corner you keep the reef on your left until you reach the drop off at the channel entrance which is approximately 30 metres deep. This site features small caves and numerous overhangs, and there is a sloping section on the left side of the channel covered in hard coral and some soft coral.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30

Thaa Atoll

Ari Atoll , Maldives

Thaa Atoll (also known as Kolhumadulu) is among the least visited dive destinations in the Maldives. This round atoll has a combined landmass close to nine kilometres, with no single island larger than a square kilometre. The mesmerizingly beautiful series of 66 tiny islands that make up the atoll are surrounded by spectacularly clear water with underwater wonders and beauty yet to be discovered. Some dives have strong currents but this brings in the pelagic such as Hammerheads, Whale Sharks and dolphins especially at night. Expect large reefs, coral gardens, steep walls and overhangs plus action packed channels.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Laamu Atoll

Ari Atoll , Maldives

Laamu Atoll (also known as Haddhunmathi Atoll) is an oval shaped southern atoll. It measures 48 km in length and 35 km in width, and has some of the top dive sites in the world such as Guraidhoo and Gan; this Maldives Atoll is situated 32 southeast of Kolhumandulu Atoll and 95 km north of Huvadhoo Atoll. Laamu Atoll boasts numerous pristine dive sites with many different features like caves, steep drop offs, swim-throughs, not to mention the abundance of marine life and beautiful topography. Expect beautiful fish-filled channels with great shark encounters.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Dharavandhoo Corner

Northern Region, Maldives

The high concentration of plankton present in these waters gathers a large number of filter feeders, including the large manta rays. Some swim alone, but most are in groups of three, five, eight, even fifteen, twenty advancing in single file forming long undulating ribbons. Plenty of colourful coral structures can be seen with clown fish swimming between the tectacles of orange anemones. The synchronous and harmonic movement of a school of hundreds of yellow snappers is a beautiful view and you may even spot a turtle.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Dhonfanu Thila

Northern Region, Maldives

Dhonfanu Thila is a topographically beautiful dive site that has a pinnacle surrounded by changing currents. There are many overhangs and drop-offs around it, but the narrow swim-through is the most exciting part. It leads to a pool with a lighter current that is full of various species. This dive site is well-known for manta rays and larger pelagic fish as well as being full of cleaner wrasses, fusiliers, triggerfish, parrotfish, butterflyfish, and lots of soldierfish.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 25

Fotteyo

Northern Region, Maldives

The channel is narrow and features swim-throughs, small caves and large overhangs. The drop-off at the channel entrance is covered in colourful soft corals. Titan triggerfish are common here along with grey reef sharks, white tip reef sharks, tuna and barracuda. You might be lucky enough to get a glimpse of hammerhead sharks in the most outer side of the channel. This is also where eagle rays can be spotted, along with big groupers such as the potato grouper and the black saddle coral groupers. Look out for sting rays resting on the patch of sand and turtles on the channel walls.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Rakeedhoo Kandu

Northern Region, Maldives

Situated in a channel between two islands its possible to encounter some larger species such as grey reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, mako sharks and even hammerhead sharks. There is also the chance of seeing manta rays, eagle rays, barracuda, travellies and groupers. The corners and overhangs that can be found along the site are nicely covered with blue and white soft corals.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 40

Dharavandoo Thila

Northern Region, Maldives

This dive site is a narrow and curved reef which is situated on the northern side of the island of Dharavandhoo. You can see Napoleons, stingrays and turtles. During the South West Monsoon, manta rays can also be spotted here.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30

Kihavah Wall

Northern Region, Maldives

You can expect to spot both sharks and manta rays when diving at this site.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 18

Fulidhoo Caves

Northern Region, Maldives

This site is located opposite the similarly named island & features a slope. There are a large number of cavern-like overhangs between 20 & 40m depth from which this site is named. These overhangs are densely covered in blue & yellow soft coral as well as black coral. Nurse sharks can often be found resting here. Stingrays can often be seen on the slopes & if one looks closely, there are numerous nudibranchs also to be found.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 40

Feydhoo Caves

Northern Region, Maldives

Feydhoo Caves (also known as Feydhoo Finolhu or Feydhoo Wall) is located north of Malé, Maldives. The reef is an upright wall with lots of holes, clefts, and swim-throughs. At some places, there is almost a 90-degree drop-off. There are swim-throughs and small overhangs at shallower depths, and prolonged overhangs at the deeper areas of the wall. The wall is covered with sponges and corals. This site gives the divers an opportunity to explore caves, walls, reefs, as well as lots of marine life such as fish, sharks, eagle rays, turtles, sponges and corals.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30

Kehaadhoo Thila

Northern Region, Maldives

Divers can expect to spot both Manta rays and sharks at this dive site.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30

Goidhoo

Northern Region, Maldives

The island abounds with unique marine life. Divers will enjoy the chance to look at rays, dolphins, whale sharks and sea turtles at arm’s length.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30

Fuvahmulah Atoll

Male Atoll, Maldives

Fuvahmulah (also known as Fua Mulaku and Poue Molluque) is the second-largest one-island atoll in the southern part of the Maldives. Visitors can get to the island by air or by sea, using the local liveaboard’s itinerary. Pristine diverse nature is represented here by tropical woodlands and wetlands, with rare birds and dense vegetation, freshwater lakes, marshland areas with thick vegetation, white-sand and pebble beaches, the biggest on the Maldives fertile lands of humus, mango, pineapple and orange trees. There are also several shrines, such as the Muslim mosque Gemmiskiy and the Buddhism stupa ruin called the Havitta. The place is also famous for a natural phenomenon known as Bissaaveli, where part of the beach sand moves away from the shore towards the edge of the reef, creating a lagoon, enclosed by sand and the shore of the island. Fuvahmulah became open to foreigners not long ago. That means it offers opportunities to dive at the barely touched reefs and stay in quite new hotels (developed starting in 2013). The most popular dive sites include Raazwa Faru (Fuvahmulah South), Thoondu (Fuvahmulah North), Rasgefannu, and the best spot for both diving and snorkeling, Neregando Fannu.

Divers can dive at Fuvahmulah throughout the year, with an average water temperature of about 26-29C/79-84F. During the hot and dry period from December to May, the water temperature falls to 24C/75F in some places. Short, heavy rains may occur from June to July.

Thresher sharks, tiger sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, turtles, dolphins, and many other smaller fish can be seen here.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 40m

Huvadhoo Atoll

Southern Region, Maldives

The Huvadhoo Atoll is located in the far south of the Maldives just above the equator. It’s the region’s second largest atoll and is divided into two separate administrative regions – the northern Gaafu Alifu and the southern Gaafu Dhaalu.

Huvadhoo provides an escape from the developed north, and its diving is less chartered. You’ll need to use local knowledge to explore the atoll’s 1,864 square miles (3000 km²) of ocean. Due to its distance from the country’s capital, the locals speak a different form of the Dhivehi language called Huvadu Bas. After a day spent diving, you can admire the red-hued sunset from the beach.

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30m

South Ari

South Male Atoll, Maldives

South Ari Atoll, Maldives is separated from North Ari Atoll for administrative purposes, and features shallower and relatively easier dive sites compared to the sites in North Ari Atoll, where the conditions are a bit harder. Some of the great dive spots in South Ari Atoll include Broken Rock (an interesting rock formation with a canyon, covered in delicate soft corals, sponges, and big gorgonian fans), Kudarah Thila (a small underwater pinnacle with large numbers of snapper, sweetlips, batfish, and grouper in the surrounding waters, which are actually a marine protected area), Panettone (a gently sloping reef, which is a great place to see magnificent manta rays), and Thundufushi Thila (a large pinnacle around 1km/0.6mi in diameter with a steep wall and some small caves in its shallower parts, where it is possible to spot reef sharks, eagle rays, tuna, and manta rays).

  • Dive Type: Boat Dive
  • Diver Level: Open Water Diver
  • Max Depth: 30m
Dates Duration Route Room Type Price
3 Aug 2025
10 Aug 2025
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Lower Deck Standard Cabin £1642
23 Aug 2025
30 Aug 2025
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £1800
6 Sep 2025
13 Sep 2025
7 Nights Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) Superior Cabin £2000
14 Sep 2025
24 Sep 2025
10 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Lower Deck Standard Cabin £2333
5 Oct 2025
12 Oct 2025
7 Nights Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) Superior Cabin £2000
12 Oct 2025
19 Oct 2025
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Lower Deck Standard Cabin £1824
19 Oct 2025
29 Oct 2025
10 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £3128
22 Nov 2025
2 Dec 2025
10 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Lower Deck Standard Cabin £2952
6 Dec 2025
13 Dec 2025
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Lower Deck Standard Cabin £1930
13 Dec 2025
20 Dec 2025
7 Nights Best of Ari Atolls Lower Deck Standard Cabin £1930
20 Dec 2025
27 Dec 2025
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2160
3 Jan 2026
10 Jan 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2160
24 Jan 2026
3 Feb 2026
10 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2974
8 Mar 2026
15 Mar 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Lower Deck Standard Cabin £2002
5 Apr 2026
12 Apr 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2160
12 Apr 2026
22 Apr 2026
10 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2974
25 Apr 2026
2 May 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2160
11 Jul 2026
18 Jul 2026
7 Nights Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) Superior Cabin £1822
19 Jul 2026
26 Jul 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £1822
26 Jul 2026
5 Aug 2026
10 Nights Manta Madness 1 (MLE/MLE) Superior Cabin £2520
10 Aug 2026
17 Aug 2026
7 Nights Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) Superior Cabin £1822
17 Aug 2026
24 Aug 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £1822
29 Aug 2026
5 Sep 2026
7 Nights Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) Superior Cabin £1822
6 Sep 2026
13 Sep 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £1822
19 Sep 2026
26 Sep 2026
7 Nights Manta Madness 2 (DRV/MLE) Superior Cabin £1822
26 Sep 2026
3 Oct 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £1822
14 Oct 2026
21 Oct 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £1822
21 Oct 2026
31 Oct 2026
10 Nights Manta Madness 1 (MLE/MLE) Superior Cabin £2851
21 Nov 2026
28 Nov 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2124
29 Nov 2026
6 Dec 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2124
6 Dec 2026
13 Dec 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2124
13 Dec 2026
20 Dec 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2124
20 Dec 2026
27 Dec 2026
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2182
27 Dec 2026
3 Jan 2027
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2182
3 Jan 2027
10 Jan 2027
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2182
10 Jan 2027
17 Jan 2027
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2182
17 Jan 2027
24 Jan 2027
7 Nights Best of Maldives + Meemu (10 nights) Superior Cabin £2182
26 Jan 2027
7 Feb 2027
12 Nights Southern Sharks Superior Cabin £3470
7 Feb 2027
14 Feb 2027
7 Nights Deep South GAN-GKK Superior Cabin £2182
14 Feb 2027
21 Feb 2027
7 Nights Deep South GKK-GAN Superior Cabin £2182