Top 12 route
Explore the southern atolls of the Maldives on a 13-day (12-night onboard) liveaboard journey from Malé to Fuvahmulah, without the need for internal flights. This route is designed to cover a broad range of Maldivian marine environments, from coral Thilas and manta cleaning stations to deep southern channels known for pelagic activity.
Divers can expect a wide range of shark species throughout the trip, including tiger sharks, hammerheads, bull sharks, silver tips, oceanic blacktips, leopard sharks, and threshers. The itinerary also includes night encounters with whale sharks in Thaa or Gaaf Alif, as well as evening dives with nurse sharks in Felidhoo.
The route travels south from Malé through several atolls: North Malé, South Malé, Felidhoo, Mulaku, Thaa, Gaaf Alif, and concludes in Fuvahmulah, where multiple dives focus on observing tiger sharks in their natural habitat.
What makes this route special
Airport Pickup & Drop-off
Jacuzzi
En-suite bathroom
Full Board Meals
BBQ on a Picnic
Handline Fishing
Programme
Note: The itinerary can be changed by the guides during the cruise or due to climate events
- Morning airport pickup and boarding after 12:00 PM
- Crew introduction, safety briefing, and departure toward Meemu Atoll.
- Kurali Manta Point: cleaning station dives for manta rays.
- Olhigiri Kandu: drift through a channel with pelagics.
- Night snorkel to locate whale sharks illuminated by boat lights.
- Channel dives at Vadi Nolhu, Maabaidhoo and Mundu Kandu—rich in pelagic and reef life.
- Overnight cruise to Gaafu Alif.
Multiple dives at Vilingili, Kooddoo, Gemanafushi, Maareha, and Kondey Kandu—ideal for sharks, rays, and schooling fish.
Intense day with tiger shark feeding and Plato Deep dive.
Lookout for thresher shark.
Return route starts back to Gaafu Alif
Re-dive two favorite channels and enjoy a beach BBQ evening.
Explore Fushi Kandu, Vadi Nolhu, Fahala Giri, Dhiyamingili Corner, Guraidhoo Outer Reef — prime for channel diving.
- Kurali Kandu, drift through Meemu Muli Express, finish at Vanhuravalhi Kandu.
- Dhiggiri Shark Point, Miyaru Kandu, and Vilivaru Giri—noted for shark encounters.
- Special feeding dive featuring tiger‑hammerhead interactions near Hulhumalé/North Malé.
Included
Transfer to and from the International Airport
Welcome drinks on arrival
Accommodation in double occupancy rooms with en-suite bathrooms
Full board meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner, and some snacks.
Tea and American coffee making facilities
Total 18 dives including night dives
Dive Master, 12L dive tanks, weights and weight belts.
BBQ on a picnic island, if the weather permits (extra $10 usd)
Local handline fishing
All the facilities onboard including a jacuzzi
T-GST 17%
Excluded
International and domestic flight tickets
Diving and Snorkeling Equipment’s
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
Additional diving equipment/accessories (can be hired on rent from the diving facility of the cruise. The guests should make the requests 14 days before arrival)
Dive courses
Dive insurance (Mandatory)
Travel insurance (Recommended)
Fuel surcharges where applicable
Sports & Big game fishing available on speedboat with equipment for additional charges
Wi-Fi - internet cards are available at the airport with better range
Contact us
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