Dive School in the heart of Baa Atoll, the UNESCO Biosphere reserve of Maldives
Baa Atoll is one of the most unique Atolls in the world and is declared as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The Atoll is known for its rare biodiversity in its coral reefs, birds and marine life. The biggest attraction of the Atoll is its Mantas which can be seen in huge numbers during the season. Baa Atoll is also the home of Hanifaru Bay, the world famous Manta spot. The Atoll plays a significant role in the country's tourism with over 350,000 tourist visits each year.
Located in Baa Atoll the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of the Maldives, we offer dive courses and daily excursions to over 60 dive spots located in the Biosphere Reserve. Our team of qualified Instructors and Diver Masters are energetic and passionate about scuba diving, and is dedicated to sharing their love for scuba diving with our guests. We offer numerous SSI certified courses, including training upto Dive Master level, at our center. Our location, situated right on the beach with enormous house reefs, and various other factors provide the perfect setting for both training and dive excursions. We are always looking forward to dive in and explore the beauty of the biosphere reserve with you.
While being home to 3% of the world's coral reefs, The Maldives is world renowned as a dive destination mainly due to the biodiversity of its pelagic life. The Atoll of Baa is famous for its geographical features, Mantas, abundant marine life and also its large number of dive points. These add up to a unique combination for a great dive experience.
Witness an amazing world underwater in the Biosphere Reserve of the Maldives
Maldives is most famous as a diving destination for its Pelagic life. Dive in to see the diverse range of marine life and large fish schools that Baa has to offer.
Known as the Manta Capital of Maldives. Baa Atoll is home to large schools of Manta during the Manta Season between May and November. Dive in to witness their unique behavior at cleaning stations and during feeding time.
Witness deep water landscapes of amazing coral formations which still survive the rising temperatures. Coral scapes with amazing underwater visibility, makes it a paradise for an underwater photographer.
With over 60 dive sites, most sites in Baa is fully reachable in depth of 15 to 30 meters. Baa Atoll also has high numbers of Thila (underwater pinnacle/island) and house reefs. Stronger ocean currents are also rare as dives are done in the inner atoll waters
We offer daily boat dives to many of the 60 dive sites located in the Atoll. Enjoy your dives in fully serviced equipment on our very own dive dhoni (Maldivian Boat) with necessary first aid equipment on board. We also offer trainings upto PADI Assistant Instructor level alongside boarding and food. Other services we offer include underwater photos, snorkeling trips, picnics, dive gear servicing, etc.
3 daily Boat dives to the many dive sites in Baa. All our dives are Non Decompression dives with an average dive time of 50 minutes per dive.
Our dive dhoni is specially designed for diving with tank hold/storage space and necessary first aid and emergency oxygen. Our Dhoni is also fitted with toolkits, spare equipment, GPS and Marine VHF Radio.
Our compressors are thoroughly maintained and have passed the yearly checkup as mandated by law. These compressors are used to fill our own tanks and other tanks on request
We offer training upto SSI Divemaster level. We also have options for students to stay and learn with us
We also provide rental of snorkel gear, tanks and other dive equipment on request. Alongside compulsory dive gear, we also possess equipment for drift diving, training, etc.
Our dive dhoni is specially designed for diving with tank hold/storage space and necessary first aid and emergency oxygen. Our Dhoni is also fitted with toolkits, spare equipment, GPS and Marine VHF Radio.
On prior request, we also offer the service of an experienced underwater photographer to cherish your dive memories of the underwater world in Baa.
We also arrange snorkeling trips to the world famous Manta spot 'Hanifaru Bay'. Other excursions include snorkeling trips to turtle beaches and Robinson Crusoe picnics to deserted islands by our partner guest house.
Enjoy your stay in the island of Maalhos at 'Thundi Village Maldives & Spa', a true definition of affordable luxury. Nourish your body with our cuisines and services from our Spa, and ensure that you rest well in our luxurious rooms for another day's dive. Visit the website or view our Special Packages which is all inclusive with accomodation, dives, food and transport.
Never dived before? Take your first steps to explore the underwater world, the other 99% of Maldives. Take a one time introductory class (Discover Scuba Dive), or complete the full PADI Certified Openwater Course and become internationally certified to dive anywhere in the world. Or take the PADI Bubble Maker Program designed specially for children.
Dive longer, deeper and become specialized to dive in different conditions by embarking on our PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and other speciality courses. Embark even further by enrolling in the PADI Rescue Course all the way upto Dive Master
Our divemaster training program is the perfect opportunity for you to take your skills to the next level to pursue a career in the dive industry. As a divemaster, you'll have the opportunity to lead dive groups, assist instructors with training, and work in a variety of dive settings. Our experienced instructors will guide you through all the necessary training, including dive theory, rescue skills, and leadership skills.
We also have options for those who wish to stay and learn with us for a longer time. Stay in the island of Maalhos to start from your openwater course and end with your dive master programme while completing the required dives. We also have internship opportunities for those looking for an internship and work experience to enhance their dive career.
Fly to Dharavandhoo Regional Airport (DRV) via Velaanaa International Airport (MLE).
Flight Operators:
Flyme: www.flyme.mv
Maldivian: www.maldivian.aero
Transfer via speed boat from Dharavandhoo to Maalhos. Its a 5 minutes boat ride
Note: Contact us for speed boat service. Contacts
in Address & Contacts section
Travel to Maalhos via local speed boat Services traveling from Male' to Maalhos.
Flight Operators:
Flyme: www.flyme.mv
Maldivian: www.maldivian.aero
Note: Maalhos Divers will arrange domestic travel for Special Packages. Otherwise, Thundi Village Maldives guest house will arrange travel for lodging on request.
