Diving in the Maldives means manta encounters and fast drift dives — from Hanifaru Bay to Fotteyo Kandu. Every dive site in the Maldives with depth, current, certification level and best season, plus the liveaboard itineraries that actually dive them.
The Maldives is one of the world's great liveaboard destinations, with 91 mapped dive sites covering reefs, walls, drifts, channels and wrecks.
Every site below shows depth range, certification level, current, access and the best season, so you can judge at a glance whether it fits your experience. Start with the full site list, then explore dive sites by type, the nearest decompression chambers and the marine life you can expect in the Maldives.
All 91 dive sites in the Maldives
Depth range, certification level, dive type, access and current at a glance.
Open any site for its full profile, best season and the liveaboards that dive it in the Maldives.
91 dive sites
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Maaya Thila, a protected Marine Reserve located in the North Ari Atoll of the Maldives, is a prominent pinnacle dive site.
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The South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), often simply called Maamigili, lies within the breathtaking South Ari Atoll of the Maldives.
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Banana Reef, located in the North Malé Atoll, holds the distinction of being the Maldives' inaugural protected marine area, established in 1995. Its unique crescent shape, which…
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Guraidhoo Corner, situated at the southern tip of Guraidhoo Island, stands as a marine protected area often celebrated for its exceptional fish diversity and photographic opportunities within the Maldives.
Verified hyperbaric facilities that cover the diving areas of in the Maldives. Always confirm availability locally before a trip and dive with valid insurance.
| Location | Facility | Relevant for |
|---|---|---|
| Kuredu, Lhaviyani Atoll | Kuredu Clinic hyperbaric chamber | Lhaviyani Atoll |
| Bandos, Kaafu Atoll | Bandos Maldives Clinic hyperbaric chamber | North Malé Atoll |
| Kuramathi, Rasdhoo Atoll | Kuramathi Medical Centre chamber | Rasdhoo and North Ari Atoll |
| Guraidhoo, Thaa Atoll | Senahiya Hyperbaric Center (state-run, opened 2025) | Thaa Atoll and the southern atolls |
| Malé | ADK Hospital | Malé and central atolls |
Liveaboard diving in the Maldives means more dive sites per trip: these vessels run real, bookable departures with cabins for solo divers, buddy teams and small groups. Compare boat size, cabin layout, dive deck and nitrox, then check the cheapest price per day before you book. Every the Maldives dive safari below is confirmed with live availability and current operator pricing.
Conditions & practicalities
91 dive sites in the Maldives — here is what the season data says about the best months, water temperature, visibility and currents, plus how divers usually get there and which fees to budget for.
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