YOUR ADVENTURE
Welcome to your all-inclusive 8-day Diving Maldives Retreat of scuba diving and freediving! Dive into vibrant coral reefs, majestic marine life and the thrill of diving in tropical paradise. We prioritise sustainability placing wildlife at the hearts of our trip. Our practices aim to minimise environmental impact, ensuring the marine ecosystem thrives.
Adventure with a group of like-minded travellers across the Indian ocean, forging lasting connections with those who share the same passion for the ocean. Our trip is not just about diving; it’s about creating memories that will last a lifetime.
- All-inclusive 8-day, 7-night island retreat
- Scuba diving and/or freediving 2 of the best islands
- Greet whale sharks, nurse sharks, manta rays and so much more
- Small group trip for maximum enjoyment
We’re passionate about fostering a community of like-minded adventurers eager to explore underwater wonders together.
INCLUDES
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- All-inclusive 8 days / 7 nights exploring two beautiful islands
- Scuba diving and/or freediving; you can do both on this retreat
- Shared accommodation at Island Scuba Inn & Club Gabbiano
- All internal transfers by private speed boat (Male – Dhangethi – Rasdhoo – Male)
- All meals included at dive centre & local restaurants including water, tea & coffee
- Beachside bonfire night & farewell dinner by the Indian Ocean.
NEED TO KNOW
As Maldives is a Muslim country, alcohol is not permitted on the islands and our dives will be much more enjoyable with an alcohol-free trip. When around the islands, kindly cover up with long shorts or pants and t-shirts to respect the local customs.
- You must be Level 1 freediving OR Open Water scuba diving certified
- Max. 6 scuba divers to 1 dive guide
- We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance. Dive insurance is mandatory.
- Flights are not included.
Prefer your own company? Contact us to upgrade to a private room for the full duration of the trip for an additional AUD920 / EUR573 / USD620.
WHAT TO BRING
Please bring all of the travel essentials including:
- Reef safe sunscreen, sunglasses and hat
- Reusable water bottle
- We always suggest bringing your own dive gear; we’ll have weights for you as well as tanks
- If you do not have gear, we can arrange this for hire prior to the trip -please advise us in advance
- Clothing to respect the local culture when exploring the islands.
ITINERARY
We’ll travel from Male to Dhangethi Island in the South Ari Atoll and onto Rasdhoo Island in the Northern Ari Atoll before returning to Male. From the pristine beaches of Dhangethi and Rasdhoo, we will be spending our time exploring both islands; some of the best destinations in the world to encounter wildlife in its natural habitat.
Diving & Boat Trips:
- 2 daily dives over 7 days, weather permitting – 1 rest day with snorkeling available
- Whale Shark Experience
- Manta Ray Dive
- Nurse Shark Free-dive/Snorkelling
- Sunset Sandbank Trip & Snorkel
- Daily excursions incl. all diving equipment (excl. long freediving fins)
- Daily boating onboard a typical Maldivian Dhoni
- Beach Clean-up ~ let’s help preserve these pristine coral reefs
- Beautiful Coral & Incredible Shipwreck Free-dive/Snorkel trip
- Breathing & stretching in preparation for free-diving
- Line diving onto pristine coral reefs & swim-throughs incl. safety
TRAVEL GUIDELINES
As Maldives is a Muslim country, please read clothing requirements and limitations on all alcohol.
GETTING AROUND
External Flights into Male, Maldives are not included in this retreat. Internal transfers are included by private speed boat – we will pick you up in Male & be your private transfer between our two main islands before returning to Airport on the last day by private transfer.
THINGS TO DO
Snorkel, Beach hop, Free-dive, Yoga & Stretching, Meditation, Scuba- Diving. You can apply for receiving your Advanced Scuba Diving Certification with us during this retreat.
OPERATOR CANCELLATION POLICY
Our retreats are kept small & intimate in order to curate a group of like-minded individuals, ensuring an incredible experience for all. We’re seeking individuals who are dedicated to living a unique and meaningful life whilst seeking discomfort in order to grow. For this reason, spots are non-transferrable and non-refundable.
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