Rasdhoo features over 20 wild dive sites with a 100% chance of shark encounters 🦈. You can spot sharks on nearly every dive.
Shark sightings are slightly less likely at the manta cleaning station, yet marine life is abundant 🐟. There are hundreds of fish species plus big‑game marine creatures: multiple shark varieties including reef shark groups, zebra sharks, whale sharks, nurse sharks and thresher sharks; rays such as eagle rays and spotted rays. You may also spot vulnerable marine life like manta rays and humphead wrasse, alongside various coral‑reef fish like bumphead parrotfish and rainbow parrotfish. Small‑scale fish storms are common, including snapper, barracuda, bonito and GT trevally. Two shipwrecks are available for night dives and skill training 🔦. Water temperature sits at 28‑30°C 🌡️, making diving suitable year‑round 🤿.
Signature sites include Madivaru Channel, Madivaru Corner and Rasdhoo Channel. Manta trips are arranged when weather and diver skill levels permit.
Daily schedule: two morning dives, one or two afternoon dives, return to the island for lunch, accommodation on the local island.
Package Includes
- Accommodation: 5‑night stay during the trip, balcony room, double occupancy (2 guests per room)
- Meals: Breakfast plus light lunch on diving days
- 12 dives (night dive included)
- AOW divers are entitled to 1 night dive; dive torches will be provided for 8-9 dives.
- Chinese‑language and English‑language services
- Instructor/divemaster to diver ratio: 1:4
- Diving equipment: regulator, BCD, mask, fins, weights & weight belt, shorty wetsuit
- Private dhoni for diving trips, drinking water and snacks provided on board
- Multiple tourism taxes for foreign visitors
- No hidden charges
- Boat ticket booking, payment at your own expense
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi access
- Welcome drink
- Underwater shooting with DJI or Insta360 underwater cameras
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Rasdhoo from international flights, check in upon island arrival, sign liability waivers, present diving certifications, purchase dive insurance in advance, and rest at the hotel.
Day 2
Gather and depart at 7:55 a.m. for two morning dives, then return to the island for lunch. Depart again at 13:30 p.m. (14:00 p.m. on Fridays) for afternoon dives to finish all diving activities of the day.
Day 3
Meet and depart at 7:55 AM for two morning dives, return to the island for lunch and rest. Night dive departs at 17:30 to wrap up the day’s diving.
Day 4
Meet and depart at 7:55 AM for two morning dives, return to the island for lunch and rest. Night dive departs at 17:30 to wrap up the day’s diving.
Day 5
Meet and depart at 7:55 AM for two morning dives, return to the island for lunch and rest. Night dive departs at 17:30 to wrap up the day’s diving.
Day 6
Depart the island in the morning or noon
Note:
Night dives or daytime dives are subject to change depending on weather conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a refund after booking the trip?
No
What marine creatures can we see?
Reef sharks🦈, eagle rays, hawksbill turtles, manta rays, humphead wrasse, stingrays, marble rays, barracuda tornado🐟️, jackfish tornado, various fish schools. ❤️❤️❤️ By chance: shark wall, eagle ray squadron, mobula squadron, manta tornado, humphead wrasse schools, red snapper schools, bigeye trevally schools 🌈🌈🌈 With good luck: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, tiger sharks, guitar sharks, zebra sharks, lemon sharks, thresher sharks.
Are there any other extra fees?
Not included: daily service fee ($5 per person), dive insurance (30‑meter depth coverage), dive computer, island transfer, international flights, dinner, other daily lunches.
How much is the public speedboat transfer to the island? How long does it take?
We only assist with booking. Payment is to be made either before boarding or upon arrival at the island. The ticket price is $40 per person for one‑way. Duration is approximately 70 minutes.
What time does the speedboat depart? (Times are subject to change due to weather conditions, for reference only.)
Male Airport ‑ Rasdhoo ❤ Morning: 10:00 departure ❤ Afternoon: 16:00 departure 🌹Rasdhoo ‑ Male Airport ❤ Morning: 07:00 departure ❤ Afternoon: 13:30 departure
What is the water temperature?
The water temperature in Maldives stays around 28‑30.5°C all year round. Please wear a long‑sleeve rash guard for diving to avoid scratches.
Will we visit repeated dive sites?
Yes. Since marine life here is wild, some dive sites may be revisited depending on weather conditions and wildlife sighting chances.
Can I dive without a dive computer?
No. Most local dive sites have no flat bottom and go deeper than 30 meters, so a dive computer is mandatory. You may rent one in your home country, or rent from our shop at $5 per dive or $10 per day.
Can you provide equipment if I am nearsighted?
Standard equipment provided: BCD (XS‑XL), fins (size 36‑47), regular masks (prescription lenses not included).
Can nitrox gas be used as an extra option?
You need to hold a Nitrox certification. An extra $10 per tank will be charged for Nitrox gas.
Do you have sidemount tanks?
We have left‑hand and right‑hand sidemount tanks. If you require double tanks, there is an extra charge of $10 per gas tank. There is no additional fee for standard single sidemount tanks.
Can you drink alcohol on inhabited local islands?
There is 0‑alcohol beer on the island.
Are there any other recreational activities on the island?
There is no nightlife. This is a Muslim country where alcohol and pork are prohibited. You can enjoy jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, paddle‑boarding and snorkeling.
