Nautilus Two · Maldives · 9 nights
This Maldivian liveaboard itinerary explores the vibrant atolls of North Male, Ari, and South Male, offering a diverse range of dive experiences. Guests will navigate channel dives, explore thilas, and encounter a rich variety of marine life from macro critters to pelagic giants. The route is designed to showcase the Maldives' renowned clear waters, abundant coral reefs, and frequent opportunities for exciting encounters.
Guests arrive in Male and transfer to the Nautilus Two for embarkation. After settling into cabins and receiving a safety briefing, the liveaboard prepares to depart, marking the start of an exciting Maldivian diving adventure.
The journey begins with diving in the North Male Atoll, exploring some of its famous channels and thilas. These areas are known for strong currents that attract pelagic species, offering thrilling drift dives along colorful reefs. Commonly sighted marine life includes reef sharks, schooling fish, and various hard and soft corals.
Dive sites: Check Dive North Male, Night dive at Maya Tila, Lagoon - Dive at Hafsaa Tila
Today focuses on the North Ari Atoll, an area renowned for its impressive thilas and the Machafushi Wreck. Thilas are underwater pinnacles often rich in marine biodiversity, while the wreck offers a fascinating artificial reef habitat. Divers can expect to encounter diverse reef fish and potentially larger pelagics drawn to the nutrient-rich currents.
Dive sites: Fish head - Fesdhoo Wreck, sleep Fesdhoo Lagoon, Maahios Tila or Moohfushi Rock, Dega Tila, Radhiga Tila, Hurasdhoo, Machafushi Wreck
The adventure continues in the central Ari Atoll, exploring a variety of dive sites known for their vibrant marine ecosystems. This region often features strong currents that bring in abundant plankton, attracting filter feeders and pelagic species. Divers can look forward to exploring rich coral formations and encountering a dynamic array of underwater life.
Dive sites: Mamingili, Dhigurah, sleep Dhigurah
Today is dedicated to the renowned South Ari Atoll, famous for its regular sightings of whale sharks and manta rays. Divers will explore areas where these majestic creatures commonly feed or visit cleaning stations. The waters here are generally clear, providing excellent visibility for encounters with large pelagics and abundant reef fish.
Dive sites: Dhigurah Kandu, Felidhoo Atoll
The journey continues to Felidhoo Atoll, offering unique opportunities to explore its diverse dive sites. This atoll features a mix of channels, thilas, and coral gardens, catering to various diving preferences. The area is known for its healthy reefs and the potential for exciting encounters with reef inhabitants and transient pelagic species.
Dive sites: Alimata night dive, Alimata, Endheri Tila
Today's dives are in the South Male Atoll, home to some of the Maldives' most iconic dive sites. This region is characterized by its dramatic drop-offs, vibrant channels, and abundant marine life. Divers can expect diverse reef topography, strong currents, and a high probability of encountering various shark species and schooling pelagic fish.
Dive sites: Guhraidhoo, Kandoma
Continuing exploration of the South Male Atoll, divers will visit additional reefs and channels, each offering a unique underwater experience. These sites are known for their strong currents, which facilitate impressive drift dives and attract a wide array of marine species. Expect colorful coral formations and encounters with various reef and pelagic fish.
Dive sites: Losfuhsi Kandu, Guraidhoo
After a final breakfast on board, guests will disembark the Nautilus Two in Male. Transfers will be arranged according to individual travel plans, concluding the Maldivian liveaboard journey.
After breakfast, guests prepare to leave the vessel in Male, Maldives with disembarkation 09.00. The crew assists with departure arrangements and onward airport transfers where applicable.