Discover the highlights of the Central South Maldives with this incredible liveaboard route, departing and returning to Male. This tour takes you through the stunning atolls of Ari, Vaavu, Faavu, and Meemu, before ending in the Male Atolls, showcasing vibrant coral reefs, abundant marine life, iconic dive sites, and plenty of big fish action.

Sample Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrival Day

Guests are greeted at the airport by the crew at noon, 12:00 PM.

For those arriving later, pickups are arranged at a pre-scheduled time. Upon boarding the AMBA liveaboard, guests are welcomed with a refreshing drink and lime-scented towel. A brief orientation is provided by the tour guide, covering the ship's layout and the day's schedule. Guests can then settle into their cabins and freshen up.

At 5:00 PM, check-in documents are checked, followed by equipment assembly on the dive boat (Dhoni) with assistance from the dive crew.

Dinner is served at 6:30 PM, after which the crew is introduced, and a comprehensive safety briefing is given. A briefing about the boat is conducted. The evening is spent relaxing or mingling with fellow guests after the journey and adjusting your diving computer with the help of the dive crew.

DAY 2-11: Diving Adventures

Each day of the briefing dives, typically 3, unless long crossings are required. These dives take place from a Dhoni and include one night dive per trip. Dive sites are carefully selected, with detailed briefings available in English to prepare guests for each dive. The briefing can be translated into German.

DAY 12: Embarkation

The official farewell takes place in the evening at 6:30, followed by dinner.

Check-out is before 08:30 AM. A light breakfast is provided, with earlier check-outs available upon request. Unfortunately, late check-outs are not possible due to cleaning and preparation for the next trip.

Guests with late flights can store luggage in airport lockers and use the time to explore nearby islands or relax at the airport hotel, which offers access to a pool and alcoholic beverages.

Marine Life

Ari Atoll: Famous for whale sharks, manta rays, and beautiful pinnacles teeming with life.

Rasdhoo Atoll: Known for its strong currents and exciting channel dives, Rasdhoo offers excellent chances to encounter hammerhead sharks, grey reef sharks, and large pelagic species in crystal-clear waters.

Vaavu Atoll: Home to thrilling channels (Kandus) and mesmerizing night dives with nurse sharks.

Male Atoll: Offers a mix of colorful reefs and wreck dives.

The last dive will be on the penultimate day of the trip. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

(*) The itinerary description is provided by the boat operator. Sample itineraries and maps are for illustrative purposes only, and the exact route and sites visited may change based on local regulations, guest experience, weather, and logistics, at the Captain’s discretion.