đŚ Fuvahmulah: The Galapagos of Asia
Fuvahmulah isn't your typical Maldivian getaway. As a solitary island atoll rising from the deep ocean, it offers raw, blue-water action and is the undisputed "Big Animal" capital of the world.
Why This is a Bucket-List Must:
- 100% Tiger Shark Guarantee: Encounter resident Tiger Sharks in shallow, crystal-clear water at the world-famous Tiger Point.
- Rare Thresher Sharks: One of the few places on Earth to see these deep-dwelling sharks at shallow cleaning stations in broad daylight.
- Pelagic Paradise: On any given dive, any of the "Big Seven" could show up: Tiger Sharks, Threshers, Whale Sharks, Oceanic Mantas, Hammerheads, Silvertips, and Grey Reef Sharks.
- Unique Island Beauty: Explore rare freshwater lakes, lush wetlands, and white pebble beachesâa side of the Maldives few ever see.
â Why Book with Adventours Travel?
The Adventours Advantage:
- STB Licensed Travel Agent: We are a Singapore Tourism Board licensed Travel Agent. Book your trip with us with peace of mind.
- Exclusive Partnership: We are the exclusive partner for Scuba Expedition Maldives in the Singapore and Malaysia markets. This means you get priority booking, vetted safety standards, and seamless logistics that other agencies canât match.
- The Best Boat in Fuvahmulah: Dive from the most comfortable, purpose-built dive vessel on the island, featuring dedicated camera rinse tanks, fresh water showers, and ample space for kitting up. The dive boat also enforces a no smoking and no vaping rule, to ensure clean fresh air for all the divers.
- Tailored for Singapore & Malaysia: We understand the needs of local divers, from flight connections via MalĂŠ to localised support and group departures. Domestic flight will also be arranged to connect with your international flight with as little transit time as possible.
- Expert Safety & Ethics: As a green fin partner, ocean conservation is something that matters a lot to us. We chose to work with Scuba Expeditions because their guides are well trained for the Tiger Shark dives and they respect the marine life. They do not use sticks or poke the sharks, and display professional, controlled encounters with these apex predators.
One Management, One Standard
Scuba Expeditions owns and manages Maathundi Hotel and Shark Expedition Diving Center in Fuvahmulah, Maldives. All their business activities operate under one management and one ownership, ensuring consistent quality, seamless service, and a unified experience for all the guests.
- Maathundi Hotel This 18-room boutique hotel is located on the northern side of Fuvahmulah, walking distance to the islandâs famous Thoondu Beach. Its rooftop restaurant offers local and international cuisine, with chefs ready to tailor meals to your specific dietary requirements. Guests can also enjoy a rooftop pool, making Maathundi Hotel the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and island charm.
- Diving Centre Shark Expedition Fuvahmulah is a PADI 5-Star Dive Center. The dive centre is equipped with modern facilities, and all the equipment and vessels are 100% insured and well-maintained to ensure safety and comfort. Currently, the fleet includes 2 dedicated dive boats and 1 speedboat, operated by a highly experienced professional dive team. The dive centre also has a no-smoking and no-vaping rule at the main deck of the dive boats, to ensure clean fresh air for all the divers in between the dives.
The Diving
- TIGER SHARKS: Resident population seen every day, especially at Tiger Point.
- HAMMERHEAD SHARKS: More likely during AprilâJune, spotted during early morning blue water dives.
- THRESHER SHARKS: Spotted in mainly from April to July, with some sightings year-round.
- WHALE SHARKS: Rare, but can occasionally be seen MayâOctober during tuna migrations.
- OCEANIC MANTAS: Sightings increase during April to June and Novemberâ December, near cleaning stations and pelagic zones.
- MOLA MOLA (OCEAN SUNFISH): Extremely rare, spotted in August to December, usually in deep water and colder thermoclines.
âď¸ What's included
- 2-way domestic flight (Male/Fuvahmulah)
- Transfers: 2-way Airport/Hotel, daily 2-way transfer for the dives (Hotel/Marina)
- 4 Nights twin-sharing room at Maathundi Hotel
- 3 dives per day x 3 days (including 1 dive per day at Tiger Point)
- 3 buffet meals a day
- Green Tax
âď¸ What's not included
- International flight to Male
- Equipment Rental (Available from the resort dive centre: BCD, Wet Suit, Regulator: USD 5 per item per dive; Computer: USD 7 per dive; Full gear per day USD 25. Mask and fins: Free)
- Travel & Dive Insurance mandatory and not included
- Gratuities for hotel staff, boat crew and guides. Optional and highly recommended.
- Personal Expenses such as food & drinks outside the 3 meals per day provided, souvenirs and others.

