Whale Sharks, Hammerheads & Pristine Reefs
Our flagship expedition takes you beyond the typical Maldives route, exploring the pristine and rarely visited southern atolls where whale sharks are guaranteed and hammerhead schooling is common.
This 10-night journey aboard our luxury liveaboard covers South Ari Atoll (famous for year-round whale sharks), Vaavu, Meemu, Thaa, Laamu, and reaches the spectacular Huvadhoo Atoll - one of the largest and deepest atolls in the world with incredible channel diving.
Board in Male, overnight sail to South Ari. Whale shark searching begins! Dives at Maamigili and Dhigurah reef areas.
Fotteyo Kandu (Top 10 world dive), Miyaru Kandu shark dive, and the beautiful channels of Meemu Atoll.
Remote diving with few other boats. Pristine reefs, sleeping sharks, and manta cleaning stations.
The highlight! Deep channels, hammerhead schooling at dawn, tiger shark encounters, and untouched coral gardens.
Final dives, domestic flight back to Male, departure. (Or extend your stay!)
South Ari has year-round resident whale sharks. 98% encounter rate on this expedition!
GuaranteedEarly morning dives at Huvadhoo channels for schooling hammerheads.
Very CommonHuvadhoo's deep channels are tiger shark territory. Thrilling encounters possible.
PossibleHundreds in the channels. Some of the best shark diving in the world.
GuaranteedMultiple cleaning stations visited. Both reef and oceanic mantas.
Very CommonSchools of spotted eagle rays in the channels.
Common10 cabins (6 standard, 4 deluxe). All with AC, en-suite bathroom, and sea view.
Spacious dive deck with camera rinse tanks, individual gear storage, and hot showers.
Sun deck with loungers, indoor lounge with entertainment, dining area, and bar.
Full safety equipment, O2 kit, first aid, satellite communication, and trained crew.
USA - May 2024
Saw three whale sharks on the first day! 25 dives in 10 nights with incredible marine life including hammerheads and mantas. The liveaboard was comfortable and crew was fantastic.
Canada - April 2024
Best dive trip of my life! Remote reefs, pristine conditions, and an amazing diverse group of divers. The guides knew exactly where to find big sharks and rays. Worth every penny!
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