Best of Maldives (Male - Male)

EcoPro Mariana · Maldives · 12D11N

Duration
12D11N
Embarkation
Male, Maldives
Disembarkation
Male, Maldives
Dives
Approximately 30 dives in total

About this route

This 12-day liveaboard journey explores the best dive sites across the Maldives, including South Male, North and South Ari, Vaavu, Meemu, Thaa, and Laamu atolls. The itinerary is crafted to maximize encounters with large pelagic species such as reef sharks, mantas, and whale sharks. Divers can expect thrilling channel dives, vibrant thilas, and the possibility of exciting night dives. The route remains flexible to accommodate weather and sea conditions, ensuring optimal diving experiences.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Arrival and Embarkation – Male

    Upon arrival at the airport, guests will be warmly welcomed by the EcoPro Mariana crew and transferred to the vessel. Following cabin assignments and a comprehensive ship orientation, there will be ample time to settle in and prepare dive equipment before the adventure commences.

  2. Day 2: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  3. Day 3: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  4. Day 4: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  5. Day 5: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  6. Day 6: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  7. Day 7: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  8. Day 8: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  9. Day 9: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  10. Day 10: Maldives Atolls – Channel and Thila Dives

    The diving adventure begins with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit. The itinerary is designed to showcase the region's best sites, from vibrant channels and thilas to potential wrecks and cleaning stations. These areas are known for strong currents that attract abundant marine life, including schools of fish and large pelagics. Visibility is generally excellent, enhancing the breathtaking underwater scenery. The diving adventure continues with two to three exhilarating dives across various Maldivian atolls, with night dives available when conditions permit.

  11. Day 11: Final Dive – Equipment Preparation

    Guests will have the opportunity for one last morning dive to enjoy the Maldivian underwater world. The remainder of the day is dedicated to rinsing and drying dive gear, ensuring it's ready for travel, and preparing for the following day's departure. This allows for the required 24-hour surface interval before flying.

  12. Day 12: Disembarkation – Male

    Following check-out, guests will be transferred to the airport or their onward destination, concluding this memorable liveaboard journey through the Maldives.

Upcoming departures

  • 2026-12-02 – 2026-12-13from 3,740 USDBook
  • 2027-12-08 – 2027-12-19from 3,564 USDBook
  • 2028-11-29 – 2028-12-10from 3,564 USDBook

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