Solitude Gaia Madlvies: Deep North

Route: Malé – North Malé – Baa – Raa – Lhaviyani – Noonu – Shaviyani – Haa Dhaalu – Haa Alif – Dharavandhoo / Malé
Embarkation & Disembarkation: Malé (Velana International Airport, MLE)

Embark on a voyage into the Maldives’ lesser-visited northern frontier, where pristine reefs and powerful currents shape a world few divers experience. Aboard Solitude Gaia Maldives, you’ll explore untouched thilas and channels across Baa, Raa, Lhaviyani, Noonu, Shaviyani, Haa Dhaalu, and Haa Alif Atolls, tracing a route from Malé through the remote northern reaches to the edge of the Indian Ocean.

Over ten nights, this journey reveals coral gardens untouched by crowds, dramatic walls, and encounters with reef sharks, schooling trevally, and graceful mantas gliding over unspoiled reefs. Each dive offers a glimpse of the Maldives as it once was — wild, vibrant, and profoundly alive.

Between dives, unwind aboard Solitude Gaia Maldives, watching endless horizons from the deck or Jacuzzi as the ocean unfolds around you. Designed for divers drawn to exploration, photography, and the quiet thrill of discovery, this itinerary captures the spirit of Solitude — authentic, adventurous, and deeply connected to the sea.

Day 1: Malé – Embarkation (No Diving)
Embark aboard Solitude Gaia Maldives, settle into your cabin, complete orientation and diver registration, and enjoy a welcome dinner as preparations begin for your northern expedition.

Day 2: North Malé Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Begin your journey with relaxed check dives among colourful pinnacles, healthy coral reefs and cleaning stations, providing the perfect introduction to the Maldives.

Day 3: Baa Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Explore the renowned reefs of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, where vibrant coral slopes, turtles, reef sharks and abundant reef fish thrive in nutrient-rich waters.

Day 4: Raa Atoll (Up to 4 Dives)
Discover remote thilas, colourful coral gardens and exhilarating channels, with opportunities to encounter schooling snapper, reef sharks and a wealth of macro life.

Day 5: Raa Atoll (Up to 4 Dives)
Continue exploring Raa’s diverse underwater landscapes, where pristine reefs, dramatic drop-offs and thriving marine life reward every dive.

Day 6: Lhaviyani & Noonu Atolls (Up to 4 Dives)
Experience sweeping coral walls and energetic channels frequented by eagle rays, reef sharks, schooling fish and visiting pelagic species.

Day 7: Lhaviyani & Noonu Atolls (Up to 4 Dives)
Enjoy another full day exploring the northern atolls, with dive sites selected according to the best tides, currents and marine activity.

Day 8: Shaviyani & Haa Dhaalu Atolls (Up to 4 Dives)
Dive some of the Maldives’ least-visited reefs, where healthy coral gardens, sea fans and pristine underwater landscapes offer exceptional diving.

Day 9: Shaviyani & Haa Dhaalu Atolls (Up to 4 Dives)
Continue exploring the remote northern atolls, with opportunities to encounter pelagic species, schooling trevally, reef sharks and vibrant reef life.

Day 10: Haa Alif Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Complete your expedition exploring the Maldives’ northern frontier, where dramatic walls, towering coral formations and untouched reefs create a memorable finale before commencing the mandatory minimum 18-hour no-fly surface interval.

Day 11: Dharavandhoo or Hanimaadhoo – Disembarkation (No Diving)
After breakfast, bid farewell to the crew before your transfer for your domestic flight or onward travel, depending on your cruise direction.

Please Note: All itineraries are weather, current, and marine-life dependent, and may be adjusted by the Cruise Director to maximise safety and enjoyment. Manta and whale shark sightings are natural encounters and cannot be guaranteed.