Conte Max · Maldives · 7 nights
Explore the central atolls of the Maldives on this 7-night liveaboard adventure, departing from and returning to Male. This itinerary offers a choice between two distinct routes, focusing on either North Ari and Rasdhoo or Felidhoo and Mulaku, both promising exceptional diving. Divers can anticipate encounters with a diverse range of marine life, from hammerhead sharks and manta rays to various reef sharks and schooling pelagic fish, all while enjoying the picturesque Maldivian islands and renowned dive sites.
Upon arrival in Male, guests will be welcomed aboard the vessel. After settling into cabins, navigation will commence westwards, heading towards the island of Rasfari, which serves as a tranquil spot for an overnight stay. Alternatively, for the Felidhoo and Mulaku route, the vessel will head southwards, crossing towards South Male, Felidhoo, Vattaru, and the northern part of Mulaku.
For the North Ari and Rasdhoo route, today involves transiting through the atoll of Rasdhoo, known for its opportunities to spot hammerhead sharks. The journey continues towards North Ari, a region celebrated for its abundance of devil fishes (manta rays) and numerous cleaning stations, where these majestic creatures gather. This area often features vibrant thilas and diverse reef structures attracting a wide array of marine life.
For the North Ari and Rasdhoo route, today involves transiting through the atoll of Rasdhoo, known for its opportunities to spot hammerhead sharks. The journey continues towards North Ari, a region celebrated for its abundance of devil fishes (manta rays) and numerous cleaning stations, where these majestic creatures gather. This area often features vibrant thilas and diverse reef structures attracting a wide array of marine life.
For the North Ari and Rasdhoo route, today involves transiting through the atoll of Rasdhoo, known for its opportunities to spot hammerhead sharks. The journey continues towards North Ari, a region celebrated for its abundance of devil fishes (manta rays) and numerous cleaning stations, where these majestic creatures gather. This area often features vibrant thilas and diverse reef structures attracting a wide array of marine life.
For the North Ari and Rasdhoo route, today involves transiting through the atoll of Rasdhoo, known for its opportunities to spot hammerhead sharks. The journey continues towards North Ari, a region celebrated for its abundance of devil fishes (manta rays) and numerous cleaning stations, where these majestic creatures gather. This area often features vibrant thilas and diverse reef structures attracting a wide array of marine life.
For the North Ari and Rasdhoo route, today involves transiting through the atoll of Rasdhoo, known for its opportunities to spot hammerhead sharks. The journey continues towards North Ari, a region celebrated for its abundance of devil fishes (manta rays) and numerous cleaning stations, where these majestic creatures gather. This area often features vibrant thilas and diverse reef structures attracting a wide array of marine life.
On the second to last day, navigation proceeds towards the atoll of South Male. Here, a visit to Guraidhoo, famous for its local fishing community, is planned. Divers will explore the wonderful passes of this region, which are known for sightings of various shark species and large pelagic fish. The strong currents in these passes often bring in impressive marine life, making for dynamic drift dives.
Dive sites: Guraidhoo
The final day includes a visit to Male, the capital city of the Maldives. After exploring the city, guests will disembark, concluding their 7-night liveaboard journey.