Booking a Maldives Master Far South trip means experiencing the Maldives at its most remote, wild, and rewarding—all from the comfort of a purpose‑built luxury liveaboard. This itinerary unlocks world‑class diving rarely reached on standard routes, with tiger sharks in Fuvahmulah, powerful pelagic action in Huvadhoo, and manta encounters in Addu Atoll. With seamless cruising between atolls, spacious modern cabins, exceptional onboard amenities, and expert dive operations, Maldives Master offers maximum dive time, minimal logistics, and an immersive liveaboard journey where both the diving and the downtime are truly unforgettable

• The Maldives at its wildest — remote, uncrowded, unforgettable

• One journey, multiple legendary atolls

• No bouncing between domestic flights — just pure liveaboard cruising

• Big animals, big action — tiger sharks, mantas, whale sharks & pelagics

• High‑energy channel diving for thrill‑seeking divers

• Wake, dive, repeat — sites only minutes from your cabin

• Luxury between dives — sky lounge, jacuzzi, sundowners on deck

• Not your average Maldives trip — this is the Far South

Transfer from the domestic airport, Kooddoo Airport (GKK) in Gaafu Alifu.

Embarkation is followed by introductions, boat and safety briefings and dinner. There is no diving on embarkation day.

Enjoy up to 3 spectacular dives per day on full diving days, with a relaxed, well‑paced schedule designed for comfort and enjoyment (no night dives).

• Light breakfast, dive briefing & Dive 1

• Full breakfast, surface interval, briefing & Dive 2

• Lunch, surface interval, briefing & Dive 3

• Afternoon snacks & time to relax

• Evening dinner to end the day

Plenty of time between dives to unwind, soak up the views, and enjoy life aboard Maldives Master

Between dives, relaxation comes easy aboard Maldives Master:

• Unwind on the sun decks with panoramic ocean views

• Soak tired muscles in the outdoor jacuzzi

• Lounge in the air‑conditioned salon with a drink or a book

• Review photos and videos from the day’s dives

• Enjoy snacks, refreshments, and casual social time with fellow divers

• Watch marine life from the ocean‑level deck

• Catch incredible sunsets and starlit skies at sea

Perfectly paced days that balance adventure below the surface with pure relaxation above it.

• 2 morning dives

• Head to port where it will remain at anchor overnight.

• The dives are scheduled to ensure a minimum of 24 hours between the final dive and the flight to Malé.

• Let’s be honest — we’re all divers. The final night is for celebrating the adventure, sharing stories, and enjoying a well‑earned night of fun

Enjoy breakfast before disembarking

Transfer to Gan International Airport, Addu City, before 8am.

Have your final hugs, but don't worry the banter will continue until your next trip!

Huvadhoo Atoll is one of the largest and most dramatic atolls in the Maldives, renowned for its deep channels, strong currents, and explosive pelagic action. Diving here is all about adrenaline‑charged channel dives, where nutrient‑rich currents attract an incredible concentration of big marine life. Expect frequent encounters with grey reef sharks, silvertips, schools of eagle rays, tuna, and barracuda, with regular sightings of hammerheads, tiger sharks, whale sharks, and manta rays. Less‑visited and lightly dived, Huvadhoo delivers raw, untamed Maldives diving at its best.

Dive sites visited may vary depending on conditions, but commonly include:

• Kooddoo Kandu – Fast‑moving channel dive with strong shark activity

• Nilhandhoo Kandu – Grey reefs, silvertips, eagle rays, and dense fish life

• Nilandhoo Wall – Stunning wall dives with pelagics cruising the blue

• Dhevvadhoo Kandu – One of the most action‑packed channels in the Far South

• Viligili Kandu – Excellent drift dives with schooling fish and sharks

• Neykurendhoo Thila – Coral formations with reef life and passing pelagics

Fuvahmulah is one of the most iconic dive destinations in the Maldives, world‑famous for its consistent tiger shark encounters. Unlike traditional atolls, this isolated island rises from deep ocean waters, creating a unique environment where pelagic species gather year‑round. Dives here are conducted along steep drop‑offs and cleaning stations, offering close, reliable sightings of tiger sharks, often accompanied by thresher sharks, oceanic blacktips, silver tips, hammerheads, and schooling reef sharks. Add to that manta rays, whale sharks, and even mola mola on rare occasions, and Fuvahmulah delivers some of the most thrilling big‑animal diving in the Indian Ocean.

Dive sites are chosen based on conditions to maximise encounters and safety, but commonly include:

• Tiger Harbour – Legendary site for close, reliable tiger shark encounters

• Farikede – Cleaning station attracting multiple shark species

• Thoondu Wall – Deep wall dives with pelagics cruising the blue

• Fuvahmulah Kandu – High‑energy currents and passing big fish

• Mada Devara – Diverse shark sightings and dramatic underwater terrain

NOTE: Tiger Harbour (formerly Tiger Zoo) is a standout Fuvahmulah dive, famous for its resident tiger sharks. These guided, stationary dives deliver close‑up encounters—often with multiple tigers circling—making it an unmissable thrill for adventurous divers. A fee of USD$30 per dive applies.

Video - Courtesy of Paul Halma March 2026

Addu Atoll offers a unique and diverse contrast to the high‑energy channel dives of the Far South. Known for its clear water, healthy reefs, and relaxed dive profiles, Addu is especially famous for manta ray encounters, with large numbers visiting cleaning stations year‑round. The atoll also features impressive coral formations, WWII shipwrecks, and an abundance of reef life including eagle rays, reef sharks, turtles, schooling fish, and occasional whale sharks. With gentler currents and longer bottom times, Addu delivers scenic, wildlife‑rich diving and is the perfect way to round out the expedition

Dive site selection depends on conditions, but commonly includes:

• Manta Point – Reliable manta ray cleaning station with close‑up encounters

• British Loyalty Wreck – 130m long Historic WWII oil tanker covered in coral and fish life. Lying on its stern at a depth ranging from 16 - 33 metres.

• Shark Hotel – Reef sharks, turtles, and bustling fish activity

• Kuda Kandu – Channel drift with rays and schooling pelagics

• Gan Inside Reef – Beautiful coral gardens and macro life

Video - Shark Hotel - Courtesy of Paul Halma March 2026

Embarkation

• Gaafu Alifu, Koodoo Airport (GKK)

Disembarkation

• Addu City, Gan International Airport (GAN)

Flights are not included, providing clients maximum flexibility to extend their trip, upgrade their ticket class, select their preferred departure point, and earn or use airline points.

We recommend the following flights based on the current flight schedule:

Getting there;

International flight - Singapore Airlines ;

Tues 18th Jan - SQ246 - Depart Brisbane (BNE) 11.25pm Aarrive Singapore (SIN) Wed 19th Jan 5.05am

- 7 hr 40min flight. Stopover 5 hours

Wed 19th Jan - SQ 432 Depart 10.05am Singapore (SIN) arrive Male (MLE) 11.40am

- 4 hr 35 min flight

Wed 19th Jan - Overnight Male - Summer Beach Hotel (includes free return airport shuttle)

Domestic Flight - Maldivian Airlines

Thurs 20th Jan - Q2260 Depart Male (MLE) Arrive Koodoo (GKK) 8.35am (30 min in airport stopover, 2 hour flight)

Getting Home;

Domestic Flight - Maldivian Airlines

Thurs 27th Jan Q2114 Depart Addu City (GAN) 9.50am return MLE 11.25am - 1 hr 35 min flight

Book Day Hotel for day Use - Summer Beach Hotel (includes free return airport shuttle)

International Flight - Singapore Airlines

Thurs 27th Jan SQ437 Depart Male (MLE) 11.30pm Arrive Singapore (SIN) 7.15am - 4 hr 45min flight

Friday 28th Jan SQ245 Depart SIN 9.55am arrive BNE 7.45pm - 7 hr 50 min flight

Total Indicative Cost as at March 2026;

Return Singapore Airlines Flights $1801

Overnight & Day Use Hotel (per room) - $530

Maldivian Domestic Flights - $520

Total Indicative Cost $2,850

Clients are responsible for booking their own flights and must ensure they arrive in time for the specified transfer, embarkation, and disembarkation schedules.

Getting there;

• Must be at Kooddoo airport by 1pm on the day of embarkation

Returning;

• Disembark the boat by 8am and be transferred to Gan airport

Please note: There is no hotel pick‑ups or transfers. Guests staying at resorts prior to the liveaboard must arrange their own transport to the airport in time for the Maldives Master transfer.

Guests arriving early may wait at the small café outside Kooddoo or Gan Airport, or explore the airport island. Please note there is no luggage storage available.

Café payments: Card facilities may not always work, so please carry MVR or USD cash. The café accepts USD notes of $10 or higher only (no coins or $1/$5 bills); change is given in MVR

• A family-owned Australian business for over 45 years, founded in 1979 and still run by the McKinnon family, brings passion and personal care to every guest experience.

• Guided by Scuba World’s mission to create safe, enthusiastic divers, every trip feels welcoming and memorable.

• Highly trained, experienced, and long-term staff at Australia’s only Aqualung Partner Centre and SSI Diamond Dive Centre ensure world-class safety and education.

• We have a proven history of taking guests on trips for years, often visiting the destination beforehand to ensure a seamless experience and extra bonus information—sometimes having visited many times.

• Suppliers are carefully chosen for being the best in their area when it comes to service and safety. This translates to serviced equipment and boats, clean air, and knowledgeable, friendly staff—elements that truly matter to divers.

• A strong team culture built on trust, with a stable crew, means your trip is led by passionate individuals who care about your experience.

• A warm tour leader enhances the experience through shared activities and laughter, helping guests form meaningful connections.

• Enjoy personal, attentive service from friendly staff and experienced guides, consistently praised by guests.

The Far South itinerary is suitable to experienced divers who are comfortable diving in currents. Conditions in the southern atolls can be challenging, with deep channel and wall dives, depths averaging 25–30 m, and strong or unpredictable currents. Divers must be confident diving as an independent buddy team.

Minimum Diving Experience

To join this itinerary, divers must have:

• Advanced Open Water certification (or equivalent)

• Minimum 50 logged dives including 10 logged dives in the last 6 months

• Previous experience in currents

• Confidence with drift dives, negative entries, and SMB deployment

• Nitrox certification strongly recommended
  (SSI Nitrox courses are available onboard if needed)

• Must carry a reel and SMB on every dive

This incredible region rewards confident divers with some of the most exciting diving in the Maldives

Diving Emergencies

There are currently no hyperbaric chambers in the southern atolls or doctors who are qualifi ed to deal with a diving incident. The largest and longest operating recompression chamber in the Maldives is on Bandos Island (15 minutes by speedboat from Malé); others are located at ADK Hospital in Malé, Kuredu Island Resort (Lhaviyani Atoll), Kuramathi Resort (North Ari Atoll) and Kandima Maldives Resort (Dhaalu Atoll), which is the closest to Huvadhoo. Inspirational Diving Experiences

IMPORTANT: Transfer from southern atolls to any of the available chambers is likely to require emergency evacuation by speedboat, which needs to be paid for at the time it is required. Alternatively, such an emergency may result in the curtailment of the liveaboard itinerary for Maldives Master to divert to the nearest chamber. It is your responsibility to ensure that your insurance will fully cover all eventualities and reimburse all evacuation costs, as well as recompression chamber and/or hospital treatment.

NOTE: In September 2025, a new state-operated chamber was opened on Guraidhoo Island in Thaa Atoll with plans to open additional facilities in Addu, Fuvahmulah and Huvadhoo before the end of 2026.

• Prices are subject to currency fluctuations and changes in supplier rates, including any fuel tax surcharges. The final price will be determined upon payment of the balance. This pricing estimate is based on the NAB Exchange Rate of 1 AUD to 0.69041 USD as of March 2026.  

• Travel insurance is mandatory.

• All divers must hold dive evacuation insurance, such as that included with Diver Alert Network (DAN) membership.  

• The price excludes Tiger Harbour dive fee of $30USD per dive. This needs to be paid in cash, using USD notes in excellent condition.

• Full Terms and Conditions are provided as part of the booking form and must be acknowledged prior to booking.