Mox Ismail — Chief Operating Officer of Maldivian Charter Club, a diving expert with over 20 years of experience, international eco-project consultant, and PADI Elite Master Scuba Diver Instructor.
He has extensively explored the underwater world of the Maldives and shares his selection of the best diving spots.
5️⃣ Sampa Region – South Ari Atoll
🦈 Year-round encounters with whale sharks. This is a protected marine area where some of the world's largest fish reside. You can spot their majestic silhouettes in the coastal waters, and both divers and snorkelers have excellent chances of observing them up close.
4️⃣ Alimathaa Jetty and Dhiggiri Nurse Shark Point — Vaavu Atoll
🌙 Thrilling night dives with nurse sharks.
At night, dozens of nurse sharks and rays gather around divers, creating a truly unique underwater atmosphere. Day dives around Dhiggiri Island are equally impressive — experience graceful nurse sharks gliding among vibrant coral reefs.
3️⃣ Miyaru Kandu – Vaavu Atoll
🦈 A shark-filled channel.
One of the best places in the Maldives to see grey reef sharks, especially during the northeast monsoon season. The strong currents attract a high concentration of marine predators, turning every dive into a breathtaking underwater show.
2️⃣ Kandooma Thila – South Malé Atoll
🐠 A vibrant underwater pinnacle.
This teardrop-shaped reef, surrounded by strong currents, is covered with colorful soft corals. Cleaning stations here attract reef sharks, giant trevallies, turtles, and schools of jackfish, offering a spectacular dive experience.
1️⃣ Hulhumale Neru (Tiger Port/Shark Tank) – North Malé Atoll
🦈 The epicenter of shark diving.
This relatively new but already iconic dive site offers encounters with tiger sharks, bull sharks, reef sharks, guitar rays, and even hammerhead sharks. The open ocean brings pelagic giants here, making it one of the most thrilling dive spots in the Maldives.
📩 If you want Mox @mox_dives to be your cruise director and personally guide you through these breathtaking sites, send us a message on Direct or WhatsApp: +960 758-44-40
