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The northern Maldives atolls stretch from Baa Atoll north up to the Haa Alifu Atoll. The region sees fewer divers than its more southerly neighbours, ensuring diving away from the crowds.

The Baa Atoll is home to Hanifaru Bay, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve where exceptional numbers of reef manta rays aggregate annually to feed. A time when whale sharks are also observed feasting in the nutrient rich waters.

Resort based diving is possible on both the Baa, Raa & Llaviyani atolls, while liveaboards head to the area seasonally, due to the abundance of manta rays and whale sharks. Both resort dive centres and liveaboards visit Hanifaru Bay, where only snorkelling is allowed. In addition it's possible to stay in resort in the very northern reaches of the Maldives on the remote Haa Alifu Atoll.

This area of the Maldives sees fewer visitors and an incredible marine life. Expect plenty of big fish action, green and hawksbill turtles, sharks and so much more.

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Key info

  • Ideal for viewing: green turtle, hawksbill turtle, Napoleon wrasse, grey reef shark, reef manta ray

Dive trips

This dive location is featured in the following itineraries:

Dive Baa Atoll

Dive away from the crowds in the Baa Atoll, home to only a handful of resorts. The diversity of marine life is incredible and sightings of manta rays and whale sharks are common in season. Find Out More about Dive Baa Atoll

  • Duration inc. flights: 10 days
  • Price inc. flights: From £2,995 pp
  • Trip type: Tailor-made trip idea

Baa & Raa Atolls Liveaboard

Visit these legendary Maldivian atolls by liveaboard between August and October, when they become a playground for feeding manta rays and whale sharks, putting on a spectacular show for visitors at Hanifaru Bay. Find Out More about Baa & Raa Atolls Liveaboard

  • Duration inc. flights: 9 days
  • Price inc. flights: From £3,195 pp
  • Trip type: Liveaboard trip
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M/Y Amba

Operating unique and exclusive itineraries to the far reaches of the Maldives, this comfortable vessel is suited to divers who enjoy extended diving adventures to a variety of spectacular locations. Find Out More about M/Y Amba

Moonima

This traditional Maldivian vessel comfortably accommodates 18 guests. She spends most of the year delivering exceptional diving itineraries in the Central Atolls, with occasional trips to the deep south for shark encounters. Find Out More about Moonima

Carpe Vita

The flagship vessel of its small fleet offers unique itineraries based on the best pelagic migration patterns around the central atolls in the Maldives, accompanied by a custom built diving dhoni. Find Out More about Carpe Vita