Solitude Gaia Madlvies: Extended Deep South

Route: Addu (Seenu) – Fuvahmulah – Gaafu Alifu – Gaafu Dhaalu – Laamu – Thaa – Meemu – Vaavu – South Malé – North Malé – Malé
Embarkation & Disembarkation: Malé (Velana International Airport, MLE)

Sail north through the remote southern atolls on an epic return journey aboard Solitude Gaia Maldives, tracing the route from Addu (Seenu) and Fuvahmulah (Gnaviyani) through Gaafu, Laamu, Thaa, Meemu, and Vaavu to Malé. Over twelve nights, this long-range expedition offers an unparalleled cross-section of the Maldives — from deep southern pelagic encounters to central atolls rich in coral and colour.

Dive Addu’s historic British Loyalty wreck, drift alongside tiger sharks in Fuvahmulah, and weave through the exhilarating channels of Gaafu where grey reefs and silvertips patrol the blue. As the voyage progresses north, the energy softens into coral gardens and manta cleaning stations — a perfect balance of adrenaline and awe.

Between dives, unwind aboard Solitude Gaia Maldives — soaking in the open horizon from the deck or Jacuzzi, sharing stories over dinner, and watching the southern stars fade into the northern sky.

Created for seasoned divers who crave the full spectrum of the Maldives, this itinerary captures the ultimate south-to-north odyssey — dynamic, diverse, and deeply rewarding.

Day 1: Addu Atoll (Gan) – 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 extended Deep South expedition.

Day 2: Addu Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Begin your adventure exploring the southernmost atoll of the Maldives. Dive the historic British Loyalty wreck alongside healthy coral reefs, manta cleaning stations and vibrant marine life, with opportunities to encounter reef sharks, turtles and schooling fish.

Day 3: Fuvahmulah (Up to 3 Dives)
Experience one of the Maldives’ most iconic dive destinations. Dive the island’s deep blue waters, renowned for tiger sharks, thresher sharks, oceanic manta rays and other pelagic encounters.

Day 4: Gaafu Atoll (Up to 4 Dives)
Explore the spectacular channels and reefs of Gaafu Atoll. Expect exhilarating drift dives, thriving coral formations and encounters with grey reef sharks, silvertips, barracuda and tuna.

Day 5: Gaafu Atoll (Up to 4 Dives)
Continue diving Gaafu’s renowned kandus and outer reefs, where strong currents attract abundant marine life and create unforgettable underwater experiences.

Day 6: Gaafu Atoll (Up to 4 Dives)
Enjoy a final full day exploring Gaafu’s diverse dive sites before continuing north through the central atolls.

Day 7: Laamu Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Discover sweeping channels, healthy hard-coral reefs and dramatic underwater landscapes, with opportunities to encounter eagle rays, reef sharks, turtles and schooling fish.

Day 8: Thaa Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Experience exciting drift dives through colourful coral gardens and channels, where schools of snapper, jacks, reef sharks and occasional manta rays may be encountered.

Day 9: Meemu Atoll (Up to 4 Dives)
Explore wide channels and coral pinnacles teeming with reef sharks, stingrays, schooling fish and healthy coral formations.

Day 10: Vaavu Atoll (Up to 4 Dives, including Night Dive)
Dive Vaavu’s dramatic channels before experiencing the famous Alimatha night dive, where nurse sharks, stingrays and giant trevally gather beneath the lights in one of the Maldives’ most celebrated night dives.

Day 11: South Malé Atoll (Up to 3 Dives)
Continue north with relaxed drift dives among colourful coral reefs, reef sharks, turtles and abundant schools of tropical fish.

Day 12: North Malé Atoll (Up to 2 Dives)
Enjoy your final dives exploring vibrant reefs and coral gardens, with opportunities to encounter manta rays at cleaning stations before returning to Malé and commencing the mandatory minimum 18-hour no-fly surface interval.

Day 13: Malé – Disembarkation (No Diving)
After breakfast, bid farewell to the crew before your transfer to Velana International Airport (MLE) or your onward accommodation.

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.