Maldives
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intermediateVarious Atolls, Maldives

Maldives

Max Depth

30m

Visibility

15-40 meters

Water Temp

27-30°C (81-86°F)

Best Season

January to April for mantas, August to November for whale sharks

About Maldives

The Maldives is a tropical paradise spread across 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean. Known for its luxury resorts and pristine beaches, it's also one of the world's premier diving destinations, famous for manta ray and whale shark encounters.

Dive Highlights

  • Manta ray cleaning stations
  • Whale shark encounters
  • Channel drift dives
  • Healthy coral reefs
  • Luxury liveaboard diving

Marine Life You'll See

Manta RaysWhale SharksReef SharksEagle RaysTurtlesNapoleon WrasseFrogfish

Certification Required

Open Water (Advanced for channels)

Location Details

Region
Indian Ocean
Location
Various Atolls, Maldives

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