Best of Maldives (Male - Male)

Carpe Diem · Maldives · 11 Days / 10 Nights

Duration
11 Days / 10 Nights
Embarkation
Male, Maldives
Disembarkation
Male, Maldives
Dives
Approximately 27 dives in total

About this route

Explore the best diving locations in the Maldives on this 11-day liveaboard trip. While the itinerary is flexible and subject to local conditions, key regions include the Male Atoll. Expect a variety of dives each day, including potential night dives, with a focus on delivering an exceptional Maldivian diving experience. This trip offers a comprehensive exploration of the abundant marine life and vibrant coral reefs.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Embarkation – Male

    Guests embark the vessel in Male, the capital of the Maldives. After settling into cabins and a welcome briefing, a check dive is planned for the afternoon to acclimate divers to the local conditions and ensure equipment readiness.

  2. Day 2: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  3. Day 3: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  4. Day 4: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  5. Day 5: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  6. Day 6: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  7. Day 7: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  8. Day 8: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  9. Day 9: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  10. Day 10: Diving the Male Atoll

    Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites within the Male Atoll. This region is known for its vibrant coral reefs, strong currents that bring in pelagic species, and a variety of channels and thilas. Expect 3-4 dives, including a night dive if conditions permit, focusing on channels, pinnacles, and possibly cleaning stations. Continue the exploration of the Male Atoll, with dive sites being chosen based on current conditions and marine activity. The atoll features impressive wall dives and submerged pinnacles teeming with schooling fish and macro life. Expect 3-4 dives throughout the day, with opportunities for a night dive.

  11. Day 11: Disembarkation – Male

    The vessel sails back to Male for disembarkation. Guests will enjoy a final breakfast on board before transferring to the airport for their onward journey. Divers are reminded to allow 24 hours before flying after their last dive.

Upcoming departures

  • 2026-12-26 – 2027-01-05from 3,339 USDBook
  • 2027-01-05 – 2027-01-15from 3,339 USDBook
  • 2027-03-03 – 2027-03-13from 3,710 USDBook
  • 2027-03-13 – 2027-03-23from 2,640 USDBook
  • 2027-03-30 – 2027-04-09from 3,339 USDBook
  • 2027-11-13 – 2027-11-23from 3,312 USDBook
  • 2027-12-27 – 2028-01-06from 3,465 USDBook
  • 2028-04-05 – 2028-04-15from 3,465 USDBook

All routes of this liveaboard

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