DUNE Black Manta · Maldives · 7 nights
Embark on an unforgettable diving journey aboard the Dune Black Manta liveaboard, exploring the South and North Gaafu Atolls of the Maldives. This expedition focuses on nutrient-rich waters that attract abundant pelagic life and offers unique encounters in vibrant coral reefs. Discover spectacular dive sites showcasing pristine reefs and untouched dive sites, with opportunities to immerse yourself in beautiful underwater worlds. Experience a perfect blend of excitement and tranquility as you explore the Maldivian hidden gems.
Arrival in Gan, the southernmost atoll of the Maldives, marks the beginning of your liveaboard adventure. Transfer to the vessel for check-in, where you'll settle into your cabin. Following a welcome briefing, you'll have dinner and prepare for the exciting week ahead.
Today's diving focuses on the North Gaafu Atoll, beginning with a check dive at Kooddoo Corner. This site is known for its resident green turtles, Napoleon wrasse, and a variety of small reef fish. Later, a dive at Viilingili Kandu, a renowned dive site, offers opportunities to spot grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and barracudas along its stunning wall. The day concludes at Kooddoo Kandu, where schools of grey reef sharks and dogtooth tuna often create an unforgettable diving experience.
Dive sites: Kooddoo Corner, Viilingili Kandu, Kooddoo Kandu
Begin your day with an exciting and dynamic dive at Viilingili Kandu, known for its strong currents and abundant marine life. This site is excellent for encountering grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and barracudas. Later, explore Nilandoo Kandu, where impressive schools of jackfish gather, making it a thrilling dive. The afternoon brings a spectacular drift dive along the outer reef of Kondey Island, offering vibrant marine life including turtles, jackfish, and batfish, as you glide effortlessly with the current.
Dive sites: Viilingili Kandu, Nilandoo Kandu, Kondey Island outer reef
Today's dives focus on the South Gaafu Atoll, starting in Kondey Kandu, where pelagic fish are commonly spotted, including dogtooth tunas in the channel. A small, shallow channel at Marea Kandu is rich with pelagic life and reef fish, offering a dynamic drift dive. Finally, at Gemanafushi Corner, divers can enjoy a powerful drift dive with jackfish and eagle rays, making for an exhilarating experience with large marine species.
Dive sites: Kondey Kandu, Marea Kandu, Gemanafushi Corner
Fuvahmulah House Reef offers an incredible diving experience, renowned as one of the best spots in the Maldives for encountering a variety of sharks. This unique site provides unforgettable encounters with some of the ocean's most impressive predators, making it a must-visit location for any diving enthusiast. Divers often see tiger sharks, thresher sharks, and hammerheads, alongside other pelagic species attracted by the deep, nutrient-rich waters.
Dive sites: Fuvahmulah House Reef
Kuda Kandu is a small channel brimming with marine life, featuring schooling jackfish, snappers, and barracudas, offering a lively dive. The day continues with a visit to Maa Kandu, a famous manta cleaning station, providing excellent visibility for capturing these majestic creatures on video. Lastly, explore Koatay Faru, a marine protected area with stunning coral life and large fish schools, offering a colorful and unforgettable diving experience.
Dive sites: Kuda Kandu, Maa Kandu, Koatay Faru
Kuda Kandu is a small channel brimming with marine life, featuring schooling jackfish, snappers, and barracudas, offering a lively dive. The day continues with a visit to Maa Kandu, a famous manta cleaning station, providing excellent visibility for capturing these majestic creatures on video. Lastly, explore Koatay Faru, a marine protected area with stunning coral life and large fish schools, offering a colorful and unforgettable diving experience.
Dive sites: Kuda Kandu, Maa Kandu, Koatay Faru
As your journey concludes, enjoy a final breakfast on board before transferring to the airport for your departure. Take home wonderful memories of your Maldivian dive adventure.