Snorkelling & diving
Try diving / Discover Scuba
A first taste of scuba diving without committing to a full course. An instructor stays next to you the whole time and the dive stays shallow.
Pros
- No certification needed
- Instructor right beside you
- Counts towards an Open Water course at many centres
Cons
- Medical restrictions apply
- Not possible within 24 hours of flying
What the day looks like
Short theory and safety talk, practice skills in shallow water, then one guided dive to around 6–12 metres. A medical questionnaire is required beforehand.
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.