ROUTES
4 ATOLL ROUTE
The four atoll route is the ideal route if it is the first time you visit Maldives. It is the most complete one as it gathers all the diversity we can find in this archipelago, from the big pelagic fish to the wide range of species that dwell in the reefs.
Besides, it is the perfect route any time of the year, because regardless of the monsoon the sight of whale sharks and manta rays is almost guaranteed. In Maldives there are two monsoons: the dry one, from November to April, and the wet one, from May to October. In any case, the climate is tropical and the sun is guaranteed in both seasons.
During this seven day cruise, around eighteen dives are done in the four main diving areas that this route offers us.
The Thilas are great mountains under the sea that we find from a depth of six meters to a maximum of thirty or forty. The Giris are the same kind of formation but they are closer to the surface, at a depth of only three meters. There are also Farus, that stand out of the surface of the sea regardless of the tide. The characteristic they have in common is that in all of them we can enjoy carpeted reefs full of life.
In the four atoll route, the last type of dives we will enjoy during life on board are the famous Kandus, “channel” in Maldivian language. It is for many the best dive in the cruise. It takes place in the space between two islands, where the ocean currents slip in the atoll, allowing the entrance of big pelagic fish. Here one can enjoy the near sight of grey sharks, whitetip sharks, carangidae and eagle rays.
SEASONS
From January to April
ATOLLS
Male North, Male South, Felidhoo, Mulako & Thaa
FEATURES
18 dives, 6 days (7 nights). It’s a Southern route without internal flights with the same kind of dives (strong emotions of large pelagics) ideal for lovers of Maldives who have already enjoyed the usual routes.
New: Whale shark night and Alimathaa (nurse sharks).
5 ATOLLS ROUTE
It is the ideal route for those who want to enjoy the lively coral carpeted reefs, but who are mainly looking for the thrilling meeting with big pelagic fish. This is why during this cruise, in addition to diving in “Thilas”, “Giris” and “Farus”, typical in the four atoll route, more time is devoted to diving in the channels between two islands.
The current in these areas attracts sharks, carangidae and eagle rays among other kinds of pelagic fish. The sight of them suspended in the blue of the sea is an unforgettable experience.
During this seven day cruise, around eighteen dives are done in the four main diving areas that this route offers us.
We can later dive to the inner reef where we will find great concentrations of surgeonfish, red porgies, batfish, triggerfish, fusiliers, like a small life explosion with nudibranchs, shrimps, crabs…
Moreover, this route includes a night dive in one of the most attractive atolls in the southern area. It is a simple dive, adapted to any level but also surprising even for the most expert divers. Meetings with sharks are guaranteed. Nurse sharks, blacktip reef sharks, all kinds of stingrays and huge carangidae surprise the diver at little depth. This allows us to make the dive longer to the delight of those who are always reluctant to get out of the water.
SEASONS
From January to April
ATOLLS
Male North, Male South, Felidhoo, Mulako & Thaa
FEATURES
18 dives, 6 days (7 nights). It’s a Southern route without internal flights with the same kind of dives (strong emotions of large pelagics) ideal for lovers of Maldives who have already enjoyed the usual routes.
New: Whale shark night and Alimathaa (nurse sharks).
BAA ATOLL ROUTE
This route’s main appeal is the Hanifaru Bay, named after the uninhabited island where it is located, declared marine reserve since July 2009. Since then, this apparently ordinary and unattractive sand bay has become a really appealing area for divers, as in certain wind and ocean current conditions during the southwestern monsoon season this funnel-shaped bay accumulates great amounts of plankton.
During this seven day cruise, around eighteen dives are done in the four main diving areas that this route offers us.
This natural phenomenon doesn’t go unnoticed to big filter feeders, dozens of manta rays and several whale sharks enter the bay and intermingle in a majestic food dance, a sublime event in nature that has gathered over a hundred manta rays and numerous whale sharks at the same time. Also in this route one can dive in the wonderful “thilas” near the bay.
We include in this route the night diving with stingray.
SEASONS
August, September and October
ATOLLS
Baa Atoll, Male South, Male North, Ari North.
FEATURES
18 dives in 6 days of diving (7 nights on board). Ideal for lovers of the stingrays. Manta trust on boat.
KANDU ROUTE
The new Kandú Route is designed for enthusiasts of Maldives who want enjoy different experiences that they have lived in any other usual routes. So we have prepared the best selection of places and seabeds to surprise even the most discerning diver who has already dived more times in these seas in the past. Domestic flights are not necessary because we travel by boat from Male and return to the city after 7 nights aboard. A full week intended to spend as long as possible in the water, between the months of January to April.
During the seven days of the cruise around eighteen dives are performed in the four major dive sites offered by this route.
The dives are developed in spectacular atolls channels that are on route to the South. Amazing night dive with whale sharks in Taa. Not least the dive we do surrounded by nurse sharks. Another great attraction is the visit of a cleaning station for Manta rays in Mulako. The exciting observation of these spectacular animals in their beauty salon is always an unforgettable experience.
SEASONS
From January to April.
ATOLLS
Male North, Male South, Felidhoo, Mulako and Thaa
FEATURES
18 dives in 6 days of diving (7 nights on board). It's a Southern route without internal flights with the same kind of dives (strong emotions with large pelagics) ideal for lovers of Maldives who have already enjoyed the usual routes. Release: Night dive with whale shark and Alimathaa (nurse sharks)
KANDU ROUTE SPECIAL
Like the Kandu Route but even more extensive, for those who never have enough of the ocean and for Maldives unconditional fans. We will experience the unbelievable night dives with whale sharks in Taa and with nurse sharks in Felidhoo and we will add the rich life in the Ari Atoll, which many consider to be the best one. Flying back to Male by plane gives us more time for a longer journey. Ari has three great attractions for us: whale sharks during the day, several cleaning stations and the crown Jewel: watching manta rays during the night.
During this seven day cruise, around eighteen dives are done in the four main diving areas that this route offers us.
The spotlight we place on the stern of the boat attracts plankton and these majestic animals come to enjoy their favourite meal. From the very first moment we dive into the water we enjoy one of the most special and spectacular shows of submarine life. Last but not least, the wonderful Southern canals, full of sharks and a great variety of pelagic fish.
SEASONS
From January to April
ATOLLS
Male North, Male South, Ari, Felidhoo, Mulako & Thaa.
FEATURES
It is a route with an internal flight, with the same kind of dives (strong emotions of large pelagics) as Kandu, but more extensive route for the insatiable sea and unconditional Maldives.
New: Whale shark night and Alimathaa (nurses at night)
SOUTH ROUTE
South Route means Maldives in its purest form. The islands we find during this trip remain virtually unchanged since at least 50 years ago. Still today, the main activity of the inhabitants of these islands is fishing.
This cruise is the best option for those who enjoy the thrilling meeting with the great pelagic fish. The dives are mainly set in kandus, channels which are formed between the islands.
The current in these kandus mainly attracts whitetip and grey sharks, and we may be surprised by the appearance of great hammerheads, tiger sharks, needle jaws or sunfish. Diving in the Indian Ocean can offer us many unexpected moments.
The sight of eagle rays, carangidae, green turtles and all kinds of oceanic life is guaranteed. This is the most exciting route. Only here, in the last tolls south of Maldives, we can enjoy the experience of discovering a wild and unique view.
In two of the atolls we visit in the South Route, in addition to great pelagic fish, we can see the great whale sharks coming during the night to the stern of the boat, attracted by the plancton accumulated there.
SEASONS
February and March
ATOLLS
OPTION A: Male North, Male South, Felidhoo, Mulako, Thaa, Laamu, Gaafu Alifu, Gaafu Dhaalu, Foammulah y Addu.
OPTION B: Gaafu Alifu , Gaafu Dhaalu ,Fuahmulah & Addu.
FEATURES
18 dives, 6 days (7 nights). It’s a Southern route without internal flights with the same kind of dives (strong emotions of large pelagics) ideal for lovers of Maldives who have already enjoyed the usual routes.
New: Whale shark night and Alimathaa (nurse sharks).