EcoPro Seascape · Maldives · 7 nights
This liveaboard trip explores the rich biodiversity of the North, Baa, Raa, and Lhaviyani Atolls, offering diverse underwater experiences. The itinerary focuses on the incredible endemism found in the Maldivian waters, with opportunities for encounters with various megafauna. Guests can experience clear turquoise waters, vibrant coral formations, and an abundance of marine life. This journey provides unique diving opportunities in a world-renowned destination known for its stunning reefs and pelagic encounters.
Upon arrival at the airport, guests will be met by the crew and transferred to the ship. A warm welcome and briefing from the Cruise Director will set the stage for the adventure. After cabin assignments and a ship orientation, there will be time to settle in, set up dive equipment, and get acquainted with the vessel before departure.
The expedition continues with exciting dives in the North and Baa Atolls, known for their incredible marine biodiversity. These waters often feature strong currents, leading to dynamic drift dives along vibrant reef walls and expansive pinnacles. Common sightings include various shark species, schooling fish, and healthy coral gardens, offering diverse underwater landscapes for exploration. Manta rays are often sighted here, especially seasonally.
Today's diving explores the Raa and Lhaviyani Atolls, regions celebrated for their diverse underwater topography and abundant marine life. Dive sites often feature channels and thilas (underwater pinnacles) with strong currents, creating ideal conditions for pelagic encounters. The reefs are typically healthy, adorned with soft and hard corals, and provide shelter for numerous reef fish. Night dives may be available, offering a chance to witness nocturnal creatures.
The itinerary includes exploration of Hanifaru Bay in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve famous for its seasonal gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks. While diving is not permitted inside the bay, snorkeling offers incredible encounters. Nearby dive sites in Noonu Atoll, such as Orimas Thila, are known for hosting cleaning stations for gray reef sharks and eagle rays. These sites often feature strong currents, leading to exhilarating fast descents.
Dive sites: Orimas Thila
Continuing through the Northern Atolls, today's dives will unveil pristine reefs and diverse marine habitats. Dive sites in this area often feature impressive walls and intricate coral formations, providing excellent opportunities for macro and wide-angle photography. The currents can vary, offering a mix of drift and more sheltered dives. Expect to see a wide array of reef fish, moral eels, and various invertebrates, contributing to a vibrant underwater tapestry. Another day dedicated to exploring the rich dive sites of the Northern Atolls, focusing on areas known for their abundant pelagic life and healthy coral ecosystems. The topography often includes deep channels and thilas, where strong currents attract larger marine species.
Continuing through the Northern Atolls, today's dives will unveil pristine reefs and diverse marine habitats. Dive sites in this area often feature impressive walls and intricate coral formations, providing excellent opportunities for macro and wide-angle photography. The currents can vary, offering a mix of drift and more sheltered dives. Expect to see a wide array of reef fish, moral eels, and various invertebrates, contributing to a vibrant underwater tapestry. Another day dedicated to exploring the rich dive sites of the Northern Atolls, focusing on areas known for their abundant pelagic life and healthy coral ecosystems. The topography often includes deep channels and thilas, where strong currents attract larger marine species.
The final morning of diving will take place in the Male Atoll, allowing for one last underwater adventure before beginning equipment drying and preparation for disembarkation. This area features popular dive sites with vibrant soft corals and abundant reef fish. Currents can vary, offering enjoyable drift dives. It's a perfect opportunity to reflect on the incredible marine encounters experienced throughout the trip.
After breakfast, guests will check out and be transferred to the airport or their onward destination, concluding a memorable Maldivian liveaboard experience.