Experiences
Snorkelling & diving
House reefs, dive sites and practical information for choosing a dive centre or a dive.
Guided reef snorkelling trip
A half-day boat trip to two or three reef spots near the island, run by a local guesthouse snorkel guide. Gear is included and the guide stays in the water with the group.
About $25–50 (indicative), paid on site · Half day (3–4 hours) · Departs Maafushi, Dhigurah, Thulusdhoo
Two fun dives for certified divers
Two guided boat dives on nearby reefs and channels with a local island dive centre. Tanks, weights and a guide are included; equipment rental is extra.
About $90–150 (indicative), paid on site · Half day (two dives) · Departs Maafushi, Dharavandhoo, Dhangethi
Try diving / Discover Scuba
An introduction to scuba with a certified instructor: a short theory session, practice in shallow water, then a shallow reef dive. No experience needed.
About $100–160 (indicative), paid on site · Half day · Departs Maafushi, Dhigurah, Thulusdhoo
Weather right now
What's the sky doing over Malé
The five-day forecasts cover Malé and Kooddoo, the forecast point used for Gemanafushi. Weather varies between atolls: the forecast for Malé is not a reliable guide to conditions across the Maldives. Check the forecast for your destination before travelling.
When to go: seasons and monsoons →Seasons and monsoons in Malé
The Maldives swings between two monsoons rather than four seasons — one year at a glance:
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Live from the islands
- Kuredu Island beachLhaviyani Atoll
- Veligandu sunset beachNorth Ari Atoll
- Kandooma FushiSouth Malé Atoll
- Velaa island 24/7Noonu Atoll
Resort-run cameras, opened on the provider's site. Views change with weather and daylight.