Tour Description:
This cruise brings you through the coral reefs of Malè North Atoll till the fantastic Baa Atoll. On your way, you can visit the northern side of North Male atoll and one of the best resorts in the Maldives: One & Only Reethi Rah (the visit is subject to the resort authorization).
Baa Atoll is rapidly becoming a well-known destination for diving enthusiasts, especially during the period between July and September. There are plenty of fish in the small shoal of Dhonfanu and in the marine reserve of Dhigalhi Haa. But the most interesting spot in the atoll is the coral ring of Hanifaaru. On the western side the coral reef splits into two, creating a cul-de-sac corridor, which you enter opposite the fine deserted island of Hanifaarurah. During the South-West monsoon, in the presence of an out-flowing current, large quantities of plankton are drawn inside the corridor, with high concentrations at the dead end. This occurrence attracts many mantas and some whale sharks, both great predators of plankton: a sight which is unique in its kind. All you need is a mask and a pair of flippers.
Atolls: North Male, Baa Atoll
The best time for this particular tour is between July to September. Great for those snorkelers, beginners and experienced divers, resort hoppers.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Raasfari
Snorkeling, check dive for scuba divers
Day 2: One&Only Reethi Rah
Snorkeling & scuba diving, visit to the resort One&Only (subjected to the resort authorization).
Day 3: Dhigalhi Haa, Dhonfano
Navigation to Baa Atoll. Snorkeling & scuba diving, visit to the village of Dhonfano. Night dive**
Day 4: Hanifaaru Bay
Snorkeling in Hanifaru Bay. Visit to a desert island and BBQ dinner*
Day 5: Erlangen Wreck
Navigation to North Male. Snorkeling & scuba diving. Night fishing.
Day 6: Thulusdhoo
Snorkeling & scuba diving, visit to the sandstrip of Asdu and the village of Thulusdhoo.
Day 7: Male International Airport
Snorkeling and visiting the capital, Male.
**The locations, the visits and activities of this itinerary are subjected to the wind and sea conditions.
** BBQ dinner and night dives are subjected to the weather conditions.
For firm details and pricing, kindly reach out and include the number of people your party will have so we can recommend the appropriate charter for the above tour.