Adora · Maldives · 11D/10N
Embark on a diving odyssey through the Maldives, venturing into the less-trodden Southern, Central, and Deep South Atolls, where untouched beauty awaits. Your itinerary promises around 25 dives, commencing in areas like the Thaa Atoll, renowned for its elusive whale sharks and spectacular coral gardens, including the vibrant gorgonian fans of "7-Up" where mantas gracefully circle. Drift through the vibrant channels of Laamu Atoll, famous for its grand schools of tuna and jacks, offering unparalleled encounters in waters rarely explored by divers. Meemu Atoll, a haven for manta rays and eagle rays, features deep channels where robust currents unveil rich marine life along rugged underwater cliffs. Expect exhilarating drifts and diverse formations like thilas and dramatic walls, teeming with reef sharks and an array of colorful reef fish. These deeper channels and powerful currents, characteristic of the Southern Atolls, are ideal for experienced divers seeking thrilling encounters with large pelagics, providing a glimpse into a time when the Maldivian waters were pristine and rarely disturbed.
Guests arrive at Gan International Airport (GAN) and are transferred to the vessel for embarkation between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM. After a welcome briefing, the boat will prepare for the journey north.
The first dives of the trip take place around Addu Atoll. This area is known for its healthy coral reefs, potential manta ray encounters, and historic wreck sites.
The journey continues to the unique atoll of Fuvahmulah. Its oceanic currents attract a high diversity of pelagic species, offering chances for memorable big fish encounters.
Arriving in Gaafu Alif, one of the largest atolls, diving will focus on its famous channels. These sites are magnets for sharks, eagle rays, and large schools of fish.
A full day is spent exploring the numerous channels and thilas within Gaafu Atoll. Divers can expect exciting drift dives with a high probability of seeing grey reef sharks.
The vessel heads further north towards Laamu Atoll. Dives will be planned in the morning before the crossing, exploring more of the southern channels.
Diving continues in the channels of Laamu Atoll before the boat cruises to Thaa Atoll. This region is less frequented and features healthy, untouched reef systems.
Explore dive sites around Thaa Atoll before moving to Meemu Atoll. The area is known for its channels and manta cleaning stations.
The itinerary reaches Vaavu Atoll, famous for its thrilling channel dives and a spectacular night dive experience with nurse sharks and rays.
The last full day of diving takes place in Vaavu or South Male Atoll. This offers a final opportunity to enjoy the vibrant Maldivian reefs before the vessel cruises towards Male.
Following a final breakfast on board, guests disembark in Male between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM for transfer to Velana International Airport (MLE).