Maldives to amend 1991 diving regulations
Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal has announced that the Maldives’ diving regulations, which date back to 1991, will soon be amended in response to concerns raised by the diving community. The announcement was made during the Fuvahmulah Tourism Awards 2024 ceremony, held in celebration of International Tourism Day and organised by the Fuvahmulah City Council. […]
Celebrating 25 years of the Rannamaari shipwreck: a dive into marine conservation at Dhawa Ihuru
Dhawa Ihuru is excited to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the legendary Rannamaari shipwreck, an integral part of its celebrated house reef and a symbol of marine conservation. Since its sinking in 1999, the Rannamaari has evolved into a flourishing artificial reef, attracting diverse marine life and offering unforgettable diving experiences for enthusiasts from around […]
Aquaventure Tec Center offers TDI Decompression Diver Course Package
Calling all adventurous divers in the Maldives! Are you ready to push your diving limits and explore the incredible underwater world of Addu Atoll on a technical level? Aquaventure Tec Dive Center, the only TDI center in the Maldives, is offering a unique opportunity to take your first steps into technical diving with their TDI […]
New PADI Five Star Career Development Center Opens in Maldives
Maldives’ first and only PADI Five Star Career Development Center, the Maldivian Academy of Diving, has officially opened its doors in K. Himmafushi. This new academy signifies a major step forward for professional dive training in the Maldives. The Academy is dedicated to providing top-tier, professional-level dive training programs that meet the most rigorous standards […]
Kandooma Maldives offers free scuba diving for guests
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, just days after being awarded Best Dive Resort 2023 in the Maldives, has added free scuba diving for guests as part of their stay. “This inclusion sets us apart from our competitors and offers something pretty fantastic for keen scuba divers visiting the Maldives,” said Mark Eletr, General Manager, Holiday […]
New tax on diving threatens growth of Fuvahmulah’s infant tourism
Fuvahmulah City Council has introduced a new tax on diving activities. This historical decision marks the first time that both locals and foreigners will be required to make an additional payment apart from the charges on the services provided by dive centres, for accessing the Maldivian waters. While dive schools have been charging fees for […]
Kuramathi unveils semi-submarine
Operated by the island’s water sports centre, the semi-submarine takes guests underwater to the famed dive and snorkeling spot of Madivaru twice a week.
Maldives remains top destination for British travellers
The Maldives has been ranked the number one destination of choice for British holidaymakers in UK-based tour operator Kuoni’s ‘Worldwide Trends Report.
Eco Centre at Kuramathi Island Resort introduces two new topics to its marine life presentation programme
The Eco Centre at Kuramathi Island Resort conducts a variety of presentations on marine life for guests staying at the resort, and recently, the centre has introduced two new topics; ‘Silent Deep’ and ’Turtles’.
Diverland – Where subaquatic adventures happen
Diverland is one of the oldest and most well respected dive schools in the Maldives.
Maldives wins big at Japan’s National Dive Travel Awards.
The Maldives has been awarded three prestigious titles at the National Dive Travel Awards, held during Japan’s Marine Diving Fair in Tokyo from 3-5 April 2015.
Stalwart Maldives Introduces U-Boat Worx’s Private Submersibles
As the first of its kind in Maldives, Stalwart Maldives offers a comprehensive range of solutions and services. The company shows an especial focus to the tourism industry of the country, as there are various voids in the industry Stalwart Maldives can fill.
