Ocean Sports Maldives
Mudhdhoo · Baa Atoll · Maldives
Resort Center
Nitrox
Shore & Boat
Full
$90
Highlights
- Located in Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
- Access to Hanifaru Bay manta ray mass feeding events
- Whale shark encounters during monsoon season
- Luxury Dusit Thani resort setting
- Healthy house reef with diverse marine life
Services & capabilities
About this center
PADI dive center at Dusit Thani resort in Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, with access to the legendary Hanifaru Bay manta ray feeding station.
Ocean Sports Maldives is a PADI dive center located at the Dusit Thani Maldives resort on Mudhdhoo Island in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. This prestigious location places divers within easy reach of Hanifaru Bay, one of the world's most spectacular manta ray and whale shark feeding stations. During the southwest monsoon season (June to November), Hanifaru Bay hosts mass gatherings of manta rays that can number over 100 individuals at a time -- one of nature's most extraordinary spectacles. The center offers PADI courses and daily dive trips to the diverse reefs and thilas of Baa Atoll. The resort's house reef features healthy coral formations and abundant marine life including turtles, reef sharks, and colourful reef fish. The professional team provides instruction in multiple languages to the resort's international clientele.
Opening Hours & Season
Open year-round
Accommodation & Logistics
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to see manta rays at Hanifaru Bay?+
The best time is during the southwest monsoon from June to November, when plankton-rich waters attract mass gatherings of manta rays that can number over 100 individuals.
Is Hanifaru Bay diving or snorkeling?+
Hanifaru Bay is designated as a Marine Protected Area. Snorkeling is the primary activity there, with strict regulations to protect the mantas and whale sharks.
What other dive sites are accessible?+
Baa Atoll features numerous thilas, channels, and reef formations. Popular sites include Dhonfanu Thila, Nelivaru Haa, and Dharavandhoo Thila, all rich in marine life.
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