Rasdhoo is renowned for its vibrant coral reefs, abundant marine life, and iconic dive sites like
Madivaru Corner and Hammerhead Point. Divers often encounter manta rays, sharks, turtles, and
schools of colorful fish in crystal-clear waters.
Not necessarily! We offer beginner-friendly programs like Discover Scuba Diving for those
without certification. However, certified divers can access deeper and more advanced sites.
Diving is great year-round, but the dry season (November to April) offers the best visibility and
calm seas. Manta rays and hammerhead sharks are more commonly spotted during these months.
Yes! Rasdhoo is famous for early morning dives at Hammerhead Point, where you can spot these
majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Reef sharks are also common on many dives.
Absolutely. Our experienced instructors prioritize safety and offer personalized guidance.
Shallow reef dives are perfect for beginners, while advanced divers can explore deeper sites.
Expect encounters with manta rays, eagle rays, turtles, moray eels, reef sharks, and countless
tropical fish. The coral formations are stunning and teeming with biodiversity.
Dive depths range from 10 to 30 meters. Sites like Madivaru Corner offer thrilling drift dives,
while others are ideal for relaxed reef exploration.
Yes! Night dives reveal a whole new underwater world—see bioluminescent plankton, hunting
moray eels, and sleeping parrotfish. It's a magical experience for certified divers.
Definitely. We offer GoPro rentals and our guides can help capture your underwater memories.
Just let us know in advance so we can prepare the gear.
You can book directly through our website or contact us via WhatsApp or email. We recommend
booking in advance, especially during peak season, to secure your preferred dive slots.
The Maldives offers reef diving, drift diving, channel diving, wall diving, and even wreck
diving. Each type provides a unique experience depending on the site and current conditions.
A liveaboard is a diving cruise that lets you explore multiple atolls and remote dive sites over
several days. It’s ideal for experienced divers who want to maximize their underwater time and
visit less accessible locations.
Yes. Divers must follow depth limits based on certification level, avoid touching marine life, and
respect protected areas. Nitrox is widely available, and dive insurance is strongly recommended.
A 3mm shorty or full wetsuit is usually sufficient. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C
(79°F to 86°F), so most divers find tropical gear comfortable year-round.
Yes! Whale sharks are often spotted in South Ari Atoll and other regions. While sightings aren’t
guaranteed, guided trips increase your chances of encountering these gentle giants.
Nitrox (enriched air) is available at most dive centers and liveaboards. It allows for longer
bottom times and shorter surface intervals—especially useful for repetitive dives.
Yes, there are recompression facilities in Malé and other key locations. However, prevention is
key—always dive within your limits and follow safety protocols.
Absolutely. Snorkeling, island hopping, dolphin cruises, and beach relaxation are popular among
non-divers. Many resorts and guesthouses cater to mixed groups.
Yes, travel insurance that includes dive coverage is highly recommended. It should cover
medical emergencies, evacuation, and dive-related incidents.
Bring your certification card, logbook, dive computer, reef-safe sunscreen, and lightweight
clothing. Most dive centers offer rental gear, but bringing your own mask and fins is a good idea
for comfort.
The best answer will be to try and apply the 1/3rd rule, meaning, use one third to enjoy the dive,
one third to slowly come up and the last one third in case of an emergency. However please note
that normally in Maldives, a dive can be as long as around 50 to 60 minutes.
Absolutely it’s much cheaper and much more affordable to dive through local island dive centers
rather than diving in resorts or in liveaboards. The best part is normally they all go to same dive
spots.
Yes, in Maldives we do have hyperbaric chambers in different parts of the archipelago. Near
Rasdhoo we have one in few minutes ride and also very soon we hope to have a hyperbaric
chamber in Rasdhoo atoll too.
There are so many best of the best areas where you can dive in Maldives. Rasdhoo Atoll is
considered to be among the best areas to dive, because you can see loads of marine life.
It depends where you dive, unlike in resorts and liveaboards, the charges in local islands is much
less, and the more you dive the better the prices will be.
Yes, we do have very attractive packages for individuals and the packages becomes better for
groups. Contact us for more information.