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Scuba diving in the Maldives: only operators with a confirmed program

Operators 206Published prices 95Regions 13Official sources 112
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About this list

When you look for scuba diving in the Maldives, the first problem is telling whether an operator actually runs it. This page lists only the 206 operators in the Maldives on Maptlantis whose structured activity data confirms a scuba diving program. Operators that turned up only because a word in their name or description happened to match are left out. They span 13 regions, including Ari & Rasdhoo, Baa Atoll, Dhaalu & Thaa atolls, Fuvahmulah, Huvadhoo & Addu and Laamu. 95 of the 206 operators (46%) publish prices on their own channels, so you can compare those directly; ask the rest. Estimated prices are not shown. Operators list different seasons, Jan–Nov, Jan–Apr, Jun–Nov and Nov–Apr among them. There is no single season for the Maldives, so check each operator's operating period before you set your dates. 173 are listed as open to beginners and 6 as open to children. Operators with structured encounter data list nurse shark, whale shark, dolphin, manta ray and sea turtle as target species. Ways to meet them: boat-based watching, snorkeling, ocean safari and scuba diving. 112 operators are backed by an official source or a government registry. Each operator page shows the address, opening hours and source links, and how to contact the operator.

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Frequently asked questions

How many operators run scuba diving in the Maldives?

206 are listed now. Only operators whose scuba diving program is confirmed by the structured activity classification are included; ones that merely mention the word in their description are not.

Can I see prices for scuba diving in the Maldives before I book?

95 of the 206 operators (46%) publish prices on their own channels, so you can compare those directly; ask the rest. Estimated prices are not shown.

When is a good time for scuba diving in the Maldives?

Operators list different seasons, Jan–Nov, Jan–Apr, Jun–Nov and Nov–Apr among them. There is no single season for the Maldives, so check each operator's operating period before you set your dates.

Where in the Maldives can you find scuba diving?

Operators are listed in Ari & Rasdhoo, Baa Atoll, Dhaalu & Thaa atolls, Fuvahmulah, Huvadhoo & Addu, Laamu, Lhaviyani, Noonu & Raa and Maldives dive sites, 13 regions in all. Each region page shows only that region's operators.

Can beginners or children join?

On record, 173 accept beginners and 6 accept children. Age limits and requirements differ by operator, so check before you book.