Carpe Novo · Maldives · 12 nights
This 12-night Maldives liveaboard expedition journeys from Male to Gan, exploring the remote southern atolls. Guests will encounter diverse shark species including grey reefs, silvertips, and tiger sharks, with a focus on adrenaline-pumping channel dives. The route includes famed shark hot-spots like Fuvahmulah and the expansive Huvadhoo Atoll. Potential sightings of hammerheads and thresher sharks add to the thrill.
North Male Atoll
Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), transfer to the liveaboard, and settle in. Enjoy a mandatory check dive at a beginner-friendly site to assess weights and get comfortable.
Dive sites: Kuda Giri Wreck
Vaavu Atoll
Explore the famed channels of Vaavu Atoll, known for strong currents and abundant pelagic life. Look for grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and schooling fish.
Dive sites: Fotteyo Kandu, Miyaru Kandu, Alimatha House Reef (Night Dive)
Meemu Atoll
Continue south to Meemu Atoll, offering a mix of vibrant reefs and exhilarating channel dives. Expect encounters with various reef fish and occasional large pelagics.
Dive sites: Muli Corner, Hakuraa Thila, Kurali Kandu
Thaa Atoll
Dive the pristine and less-frequented dive sites of Thaa Atoll. The channels here are excellent for spotting sharks and rays in strong currents.
Dive sites: Omaadhoo Outside, Madifushi Out, Bodufusha
Laamu Atoll
Discover the hidden gems of Laamu Atoll, renowned for its healthy corals and diverse marine life. Expect drifts along beautiful rees with potential for larger animals.
Dive sites: Fushi Kandu, Bodu Kandu, Maa Kurehdhoo
Huvadhoo Atoll
A travel day to the expansive Huvadhoo Atoll, one of the world's largest atolls. Begin exploring its renowned channels, expecting numerous shark sightings.
Dive sites: Konita, Nilandhoo Kandu, Giraavaru Corner
Huvadhoo Atoll
Dedicate the day to Huvadhoo's exhilarating channel dives. Known for strong currents and consistent sightings of grey reef sharks, silvertips, and sometimes even hammerheads.
Dive sites: Viligili Channel, Kadhuvaa Corner, Maarehaa Kandu
Huvadhoo Atoll
Continue exploring the best of Huvadhoo, focusing on outer reef and channel dives. Expect powerful currents and magnificent pelagic encounters.
Dive sites: Kurehdhoo Kandu, Gesimas Kandu, Boduhithi Kandu
Fuvahmulah Atoll
Travel to the unique Fuvahmulah Atoll. Prepare for high-octane shark dives, with emphasis on scouting for thresher sharks in the deep before tiger shark encounters.
Dive sites: Fuvahmulah Thresher Point, Tiger Zoo (Fuvahmulah), Fuvahmulah Manta Dive (Night)
Fuvahmulah Atoll
A full day dedicated to the legendary tiger sharks of Fuvahmulah. Enjoy multiple opportunities to witness these majestic predators up close.
Dive sites: Tiger Zoo (Fuvahmulah), Fuvahmulah Thila, Kukuluwa Thila
Addu Atoll
Dive into Addu Atoll's unique history with a visit to the British Loyalty shipwreck and explore its vibrant, current-swept reefs.
Dive sites: British Loyalty Wreck, Kanduroo Kandu, Kudimaa Wreck
Addu Atoll
Enjoy final dives around Addu Atoll, soaking in the last moments of this incredible journey. Afternoon allows for relaxing, packing, and preparing for departure.
Dive sites: Addu Manta Point, Barracuda Point
Addu Atoll (Gan)
Enjoy a final breakfast onboard before disembarking at Gan International Airport (GAN) for your onward journey.