DURATION
10-14 nights
SKILL LEVEL
Experienced Divers
MALDIVES
Deep South – Channel Diving & Pelagic Encounter
Best Time to Travel: December to April
Recommended for: Experienced Divers (Advanced Open Water and +50 dives)
DURATION
10-14 nights
SKILL LEVEL
Experienced Divers
MALDIVES
Deep South – Channel Diving & Pelagic Encounter
Best Time to Travel: December to April
Recommended for: Experienced Divers (Advanced Open Water and +50 dives)
Overview
The Deep South itinerary is for true diving adventurers. Taking place in the southernmost atolls of the Maldives – such as Gaafu Alifu, Gaafu Dhaalu, Fuvahmulah, and Addu – this route offers some of the most thrilling and shark-rich diving in the Indian Ocean. Remote and less visited, the Deep South rewards those who venture further with unforgettable encounters and pristine reefs.
IDEAL FOR:
Experienced divers looking for big fish, remote adventures, and adrenalin-pumping dives. If sharks are your thing – this is the route.
Diving Highlights:
✔ Action-packed channel dives with grey reef sharks, silky sharks, silvertips & more
✔ Fuvahmulah atoll – known for tiger sharks, thresher sharks, and sometimes oceanic mantas
✔ Addu wrecks – including the famous British Loyalty
✔ Large schools of barracuda, tuna, and eagle rays
✔ Fast drifts, cleaning stations, and high-voltage blue water encounters
For Snorkelers:
Due to strong currents and deep channels, this route is not recommended for snorkelers. Surface activities are limited, and most sites are accessible only for experienced divers.
Beyond Diving:
✔ Visit Fuvahmulah Island for a chance to explore the unique culture and nature of this isolated atoll
✔ Explore Addu’s WWII history and colonial relics
✔ Remote anchorages far from any tourist crowd – it’s just you and the ocean
Tauchsafariboote Malediven
Erkunden Sie die Wunder der Ozeane mit unseren exklusiven Tauchsafaris an zwei der atemberaubendsten Tauchziele der Welt – den Malediven und Komodo, Indonesien.
Kommen Sie an Bord unserer beiden einzigartigen Tauchsafaris und erleben Sie eine unvergessliche Reise durch die Malediven.
EcoPro Seascape bietet höchsten Komfort mit hochmodernen Einrichtungen und schafft so eine luxuriöse Oase auf See.
Für ein intimeres Erlebnis bietet die EcoPro Mariana Platz für maximal 16 Gäste und verbindet moderne Annehmlichkeiten mit einem warmen, persönlichen Gefühl von Zuhause. Egal für welche Unterkunft Sie sich entscheiden, erwarten Sie außergewöhnlicher Service, atemberaubende Tauchplätze und das ultimative maledivische Abenteuer.
EcoPro Seascape
EINE NEUE ÄRA IN QUALITÄT UND KOMFORT
Die EcoPro Seascape bietet Platz für bis zu 26 Gäste (FC bis zu 28) und verfügt über 14 luxuriöse Kabinen, modernste Einrichtungen und einige komfortable, geräumige Außenbereiche. Gäste können einen Whirlpool und den Komfort eines eigenen Dhoni genießen. Die EcoPro Seascape lässt in Sachen Design und Komfort keine Wünsche offen. Träumen Sie bei atemberaubenden Sonnenuntergängen und genießen Sie anschließend einen der besten Cocktails der Malediven.
Wirklich das beste Tauchsafari-Boot auf den Malediven
EcoPro Mariana
DEIN ZUHAUSE FERN VON ZUHAUSE
Unsere EcoPro Mariana ist ein charmantes, 27 Meter langes Tauchsafariboot mit 9 komfortablen Kabinen, jede mit eigenem Bad und Klimaanlage. Mit Platz für bis zu 16 Gäste bietet sie eine familiäre, familienfreundliche Atmosphäre, in der sich jeder wohlfühlt. Tauchabenteuer werden von einem geräumigen Dhoni aus durchgeführt, um maximalen Komfort und Bequemlichkeit zu gewährleisten. Nichttaucher und Schnorchler sind herzlich willkommen, die Reise sowohl über als auch unter Wasser zu genießen.
Das Tauchsafariboot auf den Malediven für alle, die gerne in kleinen Gruppen unterwegs sind und tauchen
PRICE INCLUDES:
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17% TGST
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1/2 cabin booked category
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full board(breakfast, lunch, dinner)
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drinking water from dispenser
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Nescafe, tea, snacks
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3 dives per day (tanks, weights)
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Diveguide service
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Airport transfers
7 nights: 16-17 dives, 8 nights: 19-20 dives, 10 nights: 24-26 dives, 14 nights: 33+ dives
Price excludes:
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12 US$ p.d. Green tax
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alcohol and soft drinks
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Lavazza coffee
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rental equipment
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Nitrox
OTHER NOTES:
Cabin single occupancy on request, standard +50% surcharge (depends on availibility and season!)
Tiger shark dive 30 US$ extra (operated by local dive centre)
GROUP SPECIALS + FULL CHARTER ON REQUEST
LATEST GUEST FEEDBACKS
From Our Top Clients Experience
★★★★★
Very nice cruise, you won't get bored!
"This cruise allows you to see a lot of different species, the dives are varied and you won't get bored! Night diving with manta rays is an unforgettable experience. The diving with nurse sharks is impressive because of the proximity to the sharks. The organization of the dives is satisfactory, the crew, the captain are very professional and really at your disposal, thank you to them! I recommend this destination, see you soon!"
Grégory C, France
- EcoPro Mariana Maldives, on liveaboard.com
LATEST GUEST FEEDBACKS
From Our top clients experience
★★★★★
Amazing Diving Experience with EcoProDivers: Above and Beyond!
"The crew made every effort to ensure an enjoyable diving experience. I was particularly struck by the crew's friendly smiles and excellent service. When two manta rays appeared on the surface, we were allowed to go snorkeling, which was great because I could swim with beautiful fish unlike in deeper waters. Additionally, with the captain's help, we were able to spot whales in the ocean. The meals were excellent, with refreshing drinks and snacks provided after each dive. I’m truly grateful for his thoughtful support throughout the trip. Also, I learned a lot from my guide during the dives."
Hyunjoo S, South Korea
- EcoPro Seascape Maldives on liveaboard.com
LATEST GUEST FEEDBACKS
From Our top clients experience
★★★★★
Ecopro Seascape Northtour amazing trip
"Amazing 12/11 Trip with 28 Dives 👍 I have had fun during this nice trip. Diving again with Mantas, whalesharks, Nursesharks, Dolphins, and a Hammerhead was a nice experience."
Frank K, Germany
- EcoPro Seascape Maldives, on liveaboard.com
LATEST GUEST FEEDBACKS
From Our Top Clients Experience
★★★★★
A good trip for varied diving in the Maldives with an experienced dive guide and professional crew
"The stand out dive was the night dive with the Manta's. Spending an hour just watching them dance in front of your eyes was amazing. Everybody on the boat was super amazed."
Alan P, France
- EcoPro Mariana Maldives, on liveaboard.com
FAQ Maldives
All guests must have a passport valid for at least six more months from the date of arrival. 30- day tourist visas are issued on arrival at the immigration desk at Maldives International Airport for all nationalities and are free of charge. All visitors must have a return/onward flight ticket. 96 hours before entry, complete the Maldives online Traveller Declaration form - https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/traveller. Photograph the QR code and show it upon request.
Upon arrival on the day of the safari start, guests will be met by an Eco Pro Divers staff member no earlier than 9.00 am in front of the arrival exit door, after baggage claim, at the international airport - easily recognizable by a sign reading "Eco Pro Divers" and boat name.
The earliest transfer to the boats is around 12 pm noon.
Later arrivals will be received at the same place according to the flight time. Waiting times may occur as group transfers are prioritized. There will be another group transfer around 4 pm depending on guest arrivals.
Extra transfers are chargeable (15$US per person).
ATTENTION: For special routes with a different arrival port than Male, guests will be met at the respective domestic airport (Gan or Kooddoo) and not in Male. We ask you to independently walk to the domestic airport and check in for your onward flight.
In case of need, we can be reached at the following phone numbers:
Anna (Guestcare Manager) +960 7644995
Djoana (Reservations) +960 7533615
You can book them directly at the website https://maldivian.aero/ or email cc@iasl.aero.
We do require all divers to have valid insurance that covers diving accidents. Proof of this have to be presented to the dive guides at check-in.
We assume no liability and take over e.g. pressure chamber and transport costs.
On the day of arrival and departure, there are no dives, per week, there are about 16-17 dives (2-3 per day). On the day before departure, there will be one dive in the morning.
At approximately 12 noon that day, the boat returns to the harbour.
Divers must ensure the 24-hour interval between their last dive and their flight departure (or going to altitude). For all diving sites visited en route, our dive guides will give you a detailed and comprehensive dive briefing before you enter the water. All divers must dive in buddy teams - individual divers will be assigned a buddy on board. As qualified divers, our guests are responsible for their own safety and that of their buddy during the dive, as well as dive planning and execution. Each diver must have their own dive computer. Dives must begin, execute and end with the dive buddy. You are expected to be able to dive to a standard as per the certification and experience requirements outlined for each itinerary and, as such, able to complete the dive with your buddy or by following the dive guide.
The guides may decide, based on each diver's ability, not to enter the water for every dive and will remain onboard, providing surface support only.
The maximum depth for diving in the Maldives is 30 metres with an equally qualified buddy. Your maximum diving depth will be dependent on your certification and the experience of both buddies. It is your responsibility to check what depths your insurance policy covers you before your arrival.
Decompression diving, solo diving and technical diving are strictly prohibited.
We offer a range of courses on board, from beginner to a range of specialty courses. Courses are subject to availability and itinerary and include course materials (where required) and certification fee. If arranged on board, a 10% service tax will be added. Courses have to be requested before the trip starts.
We recommend the following diving equipment: Mask, snorkel, fins, boots, wetsuit, regulator, BCD, SMB (with a minimum of 5 metres of line to deploy during the safety stop), reef hook and a dive computer with spare batteries and a torch for any night dives.
The average water temperature is 29°C, and we recommend a 3mm wetsuit.
Rental equipment is available on a limited basis. Rental equipment must be requested before the trip, and we require information on suit size, weight, height and shoe size to prepare the correctly sized equipment for you.
All divers are required to use a dive computer and SMB and carry reef hooks for every dive and a torch for night dives throughout their safari experience for safety reasons. Please bring your own or ask us what is available on board. You are not allowed to use gloves!
We have 12l DIN tanks and INT adapters available on board. 15l Tanks are available for rent with a rental fee and only on request.
For more in-depth Maldives FAQs, click the button below for downloadable FAQ document
Südtour zum Addu-Atoll: Das ultimative Tauchabenteuer
Haie
SCHNORCHELN
WALHAIE & MANTAS
Tauchlevel
STRÖMUNGEN
Erlebe das Beste, was das Tauchen auf den Malediven zu bieten hat, auf der „Deep-South-Route“ zum Addu-Atoll, die für ihre spektakulären Hai-Begegnungen berühmt ist. Freu dich darauf, bis zu 10 verschiedene Haiarten zu beobachten, darunter Graue Riffhaie, Weißspitzen-Riffhaie, Ammenhaie, Tigerhaie, Walhaie und mehr. Beachte bitte, dass über 90 % der Tauchgänge auf dieser Route Kanaltauchgänge sind, bei denen häufig starke Strömungen vorkommen.
Tourinfos
Start/End Location: Male / Addu Atoll (domestic flight required, not included)
Dives per Day: 3 dives
Atolls Covered: South Male, Vaavu, Meemu, Thaa, Laamu, Huvadhu, Fuvahmulah, Addu Atoll
Tigershark Dive: $30 extra, guided by local divecentre
Target Audience: Advanced divers with 75+ dives, experienced in drift and channel dives
Dive Types: Mostly channel dives, featuring pelagic species like tiger sharks, reef sharks, and whale sharks
Note: This route is recommended for advanced divers with experience in strong currents and deep dives. Reef hooks are necessary to prevent damage to delicate coral environments.
Tauchplatz Highlights
Diese Tauchplätze sind sorgfältig ausgewählt, um dir die spektakulärsten Unterwassererlebnisse auf den Malediven zu bieten. Jeder Ort zeigt die Vielfalt des Ozeans und die einzigartigen Unterwasserlandschaften der Region, von aufregenden Begegnungen mit Haien bis hin zu lebendigen Korallengärten. Ganz gleich, ob du ein erfahrener Taucher bist, der den Nervenkitzel der Kanaltauchgänge sucht, oder ein Fotograf, der die Schönheit des Riffs einfangen möchte, diese Orte bieten unvergessliche Abenteuer, die das Beste des Tauchens auf den Malediven zeigen.
North Malé Atoll
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Fish Tank: Known for large schools of stingrays and occasional sightings of guitar sharks or tiger sharks.
South Male Atoll
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Embudu Kandu: A channel dive ideal for experienced divers, offering encounters with sharks, eagle rays, and barracudas.
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Kandooma Thila: Known for strong currents and a chance to see grey reef sharks, eagle rays, and more.
Vaavu Atoll
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Miyaru Kandu: Strong currents and impressive visibility make this a must-see for shark encounters.
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Alimatha House Reef: A popular night dive spot with nurse sharks and stingrays.
Meemu Atoll
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Hakuraa Thila: A marine-protected thila rich in diverse marine life and great for underwater photography.
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Muli Corner: Known for its shark sightings and manta ray cleaning stations.
Thaa Atoll
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Whale Shark Point: Use strong lights to attract plankton and potentially enjoy close encounters with whale sharks while snorkeling.
Gaafu Alifu Atoll
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Villingili Kandu: A channel dive famous for grey reef sharks and best during the northeast monsoon.
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Kondey Coral Garden: A long coral garden with diverse marine life, ideal for divers with good buoyancy control.
Fuvahmulah
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Tiger Zoo: Dive with up to 15 tiger sharks in front of Fuvahmulah’s harbor.
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South Plateau: A challenging blue water dive with possibilities of encountering tiger sharks, hammerheads, and whale sharks.
Addu Atoll
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Addu Manta Point: A manta ray cleaning station with strong currents, requiring the use of a reef hook.
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British Loyalty Wreck: An oil tanker wreck from 1944, now home to soft corals, turtles, and reef fish.
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Outer Reef: Explore the pristine coral life and potentially encounter oceanic manta rays.