Adora · Maldives · 8D/7N
Embark on an exhilarating 7-night liveaboard adventure in the Maldives, centered around the renowned Hanifaru Bay. This journey offers a unique opportunity to witness incredible manta ray feeding frenzies in a protected marine sanctuary. Beyond Hanifaru, the itinerary includes diverse dives across North Male Atoll, Lhaviyani Atoll, and Baa Atoll, exploring vibrant thilas, channels, and reefs. Expect encounters with a rich variety of marine life, from large pelagics to colorful reef fish, ensuring a comprehensive Maldivian diving experience.
Guests will arrive at Male and transfer to the liveaboard. After settling into cabins, a comprehensive safety briefing will be provided, followed by dinner as the vessel prepares for an overnight cruise.
The day begins with check dives to familiarize divers with equipment and local conditions. The itinerary focuses on the North Male Atoll and Lhaviyani Atoll, known for their abundant reef and thila dives. These sites often feature vibrant coral gardens and a variety of reef fish, providing a gentle start to the Maldivian diving experience.
Dive sites: Fish tank, North Male, Olihalali Caves - North Mal., Kaashidhoo West - North Mal., Fushi Faru Thila or Kandu, Lhaviyani
Today's diving continues with explorations around Lhaviyani and Noonu Atolls, offering dynamic channel and thila dives. These sites are often characterized by strong currents, which attract pelagic species and provide thrilling drift diving opportunities. Divers can expect to see diverse reef ecosystems and a wide array of marine life drawn to these nutrient-rich waters.
Dive sites: Kuredu Express or Shipyard, Lhaviyani, Miyaru Vani, Noonu, Christmas Rock, Noonu
Diving today spans Noonu and Raa Atolls, featuring diverse reef structures and potential channel dives. A highlight of the day is often a night dive, offering a completely different perspective on the marine environment as nocturnal creatures emerge. The sites in these atolls are known for their healthy coral formations and a mix of macro and larger marine species.
Dive sites: Miyaru Vani, Noonu, Kottafaru Thila, Raa, Kihavah Wall (Night), Baa
The focus shifts to Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve renowned for its rich biodiversity. Today's dives will explore various thilas and reef systems, offering opportunities to encounter a wide range of marine life. The area is particularly known for its vibrant coral ecosystems and as a seasonal hotspot for manta rays.
Dive sites: Amiifafushi House Reef, Baa, Daravandhoo Thila, Baa, Daravandhoo Corner, Baa
Continuing in the prolific Baa Atoll, today's dives target sites known for their cleaning stations and feeding opportunities, especially for manta rays. While Hanifaru Bay is reserved for snorkeling, dives in the surrounding areas provide excellent chances to observe these majestic creatures, along with diverse reef inhabitants and healthy coral formations.
Dive sites: Dhrofanu thila, Baa, Dhigu Thila, Baa, Hanifaru out side, Baa
Enjoy the final dives of the trip within Baa Atoll, maximizing opportunities for marine encounters before the journey back towards Male. These sites typically feature vibrant thilas and channels, offering diverse marine life from macro critters to larger pelagics. After the dives, the boat will begin its overnight transit back to the embarkation port.
Dive sites: Nelivaru thila, Baa
After a final breakfast on board, guests will disembark by 10 AM. Transfers will be arranged to Velana International Airport (MLE) according to flight schedules, concluding the Manta Madness adventure.