This diverse atoll is waiting to be explored with channels, rich reefs, manta cleaning stations, and even the odd wreck. Lhaviayni Atoll is a popular choice for quieter dive sites and world-class diving in the Maldives.
Lhaviyani Atoll is an excellent choice for divers looking for a mix of world-class dive sites among an idyllic Maldivian seascape. Around the atoll are coral channels, plunging walls, and vibrant reefs, plus a few wrecks too. Manta rays are seasonal from November to March, aligning with the typically drier North East monsoon, which also provide the best conditions for diving. This atoll remains a hidden gem with relatively quiet and uncrowded dive sites. It's only visited by liveaboards during the wetter summer months, as they journey to Baa Atoll’s Hanifaru Bay.
Dive sites such as the Kuredu Express have visits from schooling jacks, tuna, grey reef sharks, and rays. The multi level slope makes this site wonderful for all types of diver. Turtle Airport (also called Kuredu Caves) is nearby and has over 45 individually known green turtles, who call this reef this home. There's also great shark action at many of the channel dives, including grey reef sharks and nurse sharks.
Resorts in Lhaviyani Atoll can be accessed by seaplane or domestic flight and speedboat. This Trip Idea is based on seven nights at Kuredu Resort & Spa, with ten unguided house reef dives. The trip can be tailored to suit your personal travel requirements. Alternative accommodation options are available and some liveaboards visit this area too, check out the resorts tab and liveaboard tab for more information. Contact our team to create your perfect Maldives scuba holiday in Lhaviyani Atoll.
Suggested Itinerary
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Day 1:
Depart UK for Male, Maldives
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Day 2:
Arrive & transfer to resort
You’re met on arrival into Male International airport and head to the domestic terminal for a flight up to Madivaru in Lhaviyani Atoll, where you take a short speedboat ride to
Kuredu Resort & Spa. Alternatively, you can hop onto a seaplane for a full sensory experience.
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Days 3-8
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Dive Lhaviyani Atoll
During your time in Lhaviyani Atoll enjoy ten unguided house reef dives, with the option to upgrade to boat dives locally. The house reef at Kuredu has its own wreck and colourful coral reefs with bustling marine life and resident turtles. By boat, over 60 dives sites can be reached, including the Kuredu Express and Turtle Airport.
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Day 9:
Depart and fly back to the UK
Today you begin your journey home, taking the speed boat and domestic flight back to Male before the international flight back to the UK.
