Maldives Deep South

About this route

This Maldivian liveaboard itinerary offers a journey through the pristine waters of the Deep South. Divers can expect a blend of channel dives, thilas, and reefs, with strong currents often bringing in large pelagic species. The trip is designed to showcase the diverse marine life and vibrant coral ecosystems characteristic of the Maldives.

Good to know

• Average of 3 dives a day & 1 or 2 night dives are offered during the course.
• The schedule may vary depending on tank filling, cruising hours, and weather.

Day-by-day plan

1. Day 1: Embarkation Day

   Guests will commence boarding the vessel at noon, followed by introductions and essential briefings. This time also allows for equipment preparation and settling into cabins before the diving adventure begins.

2. Day 2: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

3. Day 3: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

4. Day 4: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

5. Day 5: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

6. Day 6: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

7. Day 7: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

8. Day 8: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

9. Day 9: Diving the Southern Atolls

   Today marks the beginning of the diving adventures in the southern atolls. The area is known for its strong currents, offering exciting drift dives through channels and around thilas. Divers can anticipate encountering a variety of pelagic species drawn to these nutrient-rich waters. The day typically includes three day dives and potentially a night dive.

   Dive sites: Kooddoo Kandu, Kooddoo Spinner Point, Kerendhoo Kandu, Nilandhoo Kandu, Dhaandhoo Kandu, Maarehaa Kandu, Kondey Kandu, Kondey Coral Gardens, Gemanafushi Canyon, Gemanafushi Kandu, Gemanafushi Thila, Fuvamulah Corner, Tiger Zoo Dive, Maakandu, Manta Point

10. Day 10: Disembarkation Day

    Enjoy a final early breakfast on board, followed by check-out at 9:00 am. Guests will then be transferred to the airport for their onward journeys.

Upcoming departures

• 2027-03-16 – 2027-03-25from 5,100 USDBook
• 2028-03-14 – 2028-03-23from 5,400 USDBook

All routes of this liveaboard

• Baa Atoll Hanifaru - North/South Ari Atoll - South Male Atoll (Male - Male) · 8 Days / 7 Nights
• Deep South (Gan - Kooddoo) · 7 nights
• Deep South (Koodoo - Gan) · 7 nights
• Sample Itinerary · 10 Days / 9 Nights
• Deep South Gan to Male · 9 nights
• Deep South Male to Gan · 9 nights
• Deep South Gan to Male · 9 nights
• Explore Maldives (Male - Male) · 7 nights

About the vessel

AriyalMaldives