DUNE Black Manta · Maldives · 7 nights
Embark on an unforgettable dive journey aboard the Dune Black Manta Liveaboard to explore the pristine reefs and vibrant marine life of the Southern and North Gaafu Atolls. This expedition offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation, allowing divers to immerse themselves in rich cultural heritage and breathtaking underwater terrain. Discover a region renowned for its spectacular dive sites, showcasing diverse reef topography and an abundance of marine creatures. Experience the magic of the Maldives as you explore its incredible underwater world.
Upon arrival at the international airport, guests will be transferred to the vessel in Kooddoo, where they will board and settle into their cabins. The day concludes with a welcoming briefing, documentation, and dinner, preparing for the diving adventure ahead.
Today's diving focuses on the North Gaafu Atoll, beginning with a check dive at Kooddoo Corner. This area is known for green turtles, Napoleon wrasse, and a rich diversity of small reef fish. Continue to Vilingili Kandu, a renowned dive site featuring stunning wall reefs and eagle rays. The day typically concludes with a drift dive through a turtle house reef, offering encounters with grey reef sharks and dogtooth tuna.
Dive sites: Kooddoo Corner, Vilingili Kandu
Begin the day's adventure at Vilingili Kandu, a dive site known for exhilarating marine life, including grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and schooling barracudas. Next, explore Nilandoo Kandu, which offers an impressive diversity of fish. The area often features spectacular drift dives along the outer reef of Kondey Island, where vibrant marine life such as turtles, jackfish, and batfish can be observed.
Dive sites: Vilingili Kandu, Nilandoo Kandu, Kondey Island outer reef
Today explores the South Gaafu Atoll, focusing on Kondey Kandu, a channel known for pelagic fish, with dogtooth tuna often hunted in the channel. Follow this with a dive in Maana Kandu, a shallow channel rich in pelagic and reef fish. The day typically concludes with a drift dive at Gemanfushi Corner, where jackfish and eagle rays are commonly sighted.
Dive sites: Kondey Kandu, Maana Kandu, Gemanfushi Corner
Fuvamulah House Reef offers an incredible diving experience, widely considered one of the best spots in the Maldives for encountering a variety of large sharks. Divers can expect to see tiger sharks, hammerhead sharks, and other majestic pelagic species. This site provides unforgettable encounters with some of the ocean's most impressive predators, making it a must-visit location for any diving enthusiast.
Dive sites: Fuvamulah House Reef
Kuda Kandu in Addu Atoll is a bustling channel teeming with marine life, including large schools of jackfish and barracudas, and an abundance of snappers. The day typically includes a visit to Maa Kandu, a famous manta cleaning station offering excellent visibility. Later, explore Koatey Faru, a marine protected area known for its vibrant coral life and large fish schools, ensuring a colorful and unforgettable diving experience.
Dive sites: Kuda Kandu, Maa Kandu, Koatey Faru
Kuda Kandu in Addu Atoll continues to offer vibrant channel diving, featuring large schools of jackfish, barracudas, and snappers. Today's itinerary will involve further exploration of the Addu Atoll's best dive sites, including Maa Kandu, a well-known manta cleaning station, and Koatey Faru, a marine protected area renowned for its rich coral ecosystems and abundant fish life. These sites offer exceptional visibility and diverse marine encounters.
Dive sites: Kuda Kandu, Maa Kandu, Koatey Faru
As the trip concludes, guests will enjoy breakfast onboard before crew members assist with airport transfers. Recommendations are made for a 24-hour surface interval after the last dive. It's a time to reflect on the fantastic memories created throughout the journey.
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