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Southern Cross liveaboard

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Southern Southern Crosscross is a mid range Maldives liveaboard that can accommodate a maximum of 20 pax in a total of 10 cabins and is available for full charters only. All rooms are fully air conditioned with attached toilet with hot & cold water. Southern Cross leaves from and returns to Male but doesn't follow a set itinerary as it's all about the giving you the best diving possible. As you may know the Maldives has 2 very distinct currents running at different times ofthe year and this effects which side of the Maldives all the marine life is on at any particular time. Basically, dependant on the currents and the winds, we will select the route and dive sites, this is how we offer you the best diving that the Maldives can provide at any time of year

The Maldives

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The Maldives, Map of the Maldivesofficially the Republic of Maldives, is an island country consisting of a group of atolls stretching south of India's Lakshadweep islands between Minicoy Island and the Chagos Archipelago, and about seven hundred kilometres (435 mi) south-west of Sri Lanka in the Laccadive Sea of Indian Ocean. The twenty-six atolls of Maldives encompass a territory featuring 1,192 islets, of which two hundred islands are inhabited.
The original inhabitants were Buddhist, probably since Ashoka's period,in the 3rd century BC. Islam was introduced in 1153. The Maldives then came under the influence of the Portuguese (1558) and the Dutch (1654) seaborne empires. In 1887 it became a British protectorate. In 1965, the Maldives obtained independence from Britain (originally under the name "Maldive Islands"), and in 1968 the Sultanate was replaced by a Republic.
The Maldives is the smallest Asian country in terms of both population and area; it is the smallest predominantly Muslim nation in the world. With an average ground level of 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) above sea level, it is also the country with the lowest highest point in the world, at 2.3 metres (7 ft 7 in).

Population: 369,031 (2007)
Climate: Tropical, Average 30 Deg C
Access: Scheduled and Charter flights from around the world.
Time Zone:  Maldives is on the Standard Time Zone, GMT+5 hours with no daylight savings time.
Currency: Maldivian currency is in the form of rufiyaa and laree’s. American dollars, traveler's checks and major credit card are widely accepted.
Clothing
Maldives is a fairly laid back, relaxed environment, therefore, T-shirts and shorts are the usual attire due to the warm, sunny days.  Evenings can be cooler, so bring along a light sweater or shawl. There are no dress requirements aboard Southern Cross and cotton clothing is best for most occasions. However, when on land modest clothing and covered shoulders are recommended in order to respect the culture of our hosts.  Comfortable shoes or sandals are recommended for land tours, shoes are not worn onboard the vessel.  For easy luggage storage, we recommend you use a soft duffle bag for packing.   Some airlines give a special allowance for dive gear, however, this should be checked out at the time of booking.
Scheduled airlines to the Maldives:
Name of Airlines Country of Origin
Aeroflot Russia
Air Seychelles Seychelles
Bangkok Airways Thailand
British Airways United Kingdom
Condor Germany
Emirates United Arab Emirates
Eurofly Spa Italy
Indian Airlines India
Air Berlin Germany
Lauda Air Italy
Malaysian Airlines Malaysia
Singapore Airlines Singapore
Srilankan Airlines Sri Lanka
Qatar Airways Qatar
Charter flight airlines to the Maldives:
Name of Airlines Country of Origin
Air Italy Italy
Blue Panorama Italy
Edelweiss Air Switzerland
Monarch Airways United Kingdom
Neos Air Italy
Swiss International Air Lines
Switzerland
Thomas Airways United Kingdom
Transaero Airlines Russia
XL Airways France

Southern Cross - Schedule

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Departure Date
Return date
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Itinerary
07-Jan-12
14-Jan-12
7
Male - Male
14-Jan-12
21-Jan-12
7
Male - Male
21-Jan-12
28-Jan-12
7
Male - Male
28-Jan-12
04-Feb-12
7
Male - Male
04-Feb-12
11-Feb-12
7
Male - Male
11-Feb-12
18-Feb-12
7
Male - Male
18-Feb-12
25-Feb-12
7
Male - Male
25-Feb-12
03-Mar-12
7
Male - Male
03-Mar-12
10-Mar-12
7
Male - Male
10-Mar-12
17-Mar-12
7
Male - Male
17-Mar-12
24-Mar-12
7
Male - Male
24-Mar-12
31-Mar-12
7
Male - Male
31-Mar-12
07-Apr-12
7
Male - Male
07-Apr-12
14-Apr-12
7
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14-Apr-12
21-Apr-12
7
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21-Apr-12
28-Apr-12
7
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28-Apr-12
05-May-12
7
Male - Male
05-May-12
12-May-12
7
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12-May-12
19-May-12
7
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19-May-12
26-May-12
7
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Dry dock
28-Jul-12
04-Aug-12
7
Male - Male
04-Aug-12
11-Aug-12
7
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11-Aug-12
18-Aug-12
7
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18-Aug-12
25-Aug-12
7
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25-Aug-12
01-Sep-12
7
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01-Sep-12
08-Sep-12
7
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08-Sep-12
15-Sep-12
7
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15-Sep-12
22-Sep-12
7
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29-Sep-12
7
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29-Sep-12
06-Oct-12
7
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13-Oct-12
7
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20-Oct-12
7
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27-Oct-12
7
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27-Oct-12
03-Nov-12
7
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10-Nov-12
7
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10-Nov-12
17-Nov-12
7
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17-Nov-12
24-Nov-12
7
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24-Nov-12
01-Dec-12
7
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08-Dec-12
7
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15-Dec-12
7
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15-Dec-12
22-Dec-12
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29-Dec-12
7
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29-Dec-12
05-Jan-13
7
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05-Jan-13
12-Jan-13
7
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12-Jan-13
19-Jan-13
7
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19-Jan-13
26-Jan-13
7
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26-Jan-13
02-Feb-13
7
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09-Feb-13
7
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09-Feb-13
16-Feb-13
7
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23-Feb-13
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02-Mar-13
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02-Mar-13
09-Mar-13
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16-Mar-13
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23-Mar-13
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30-Mar-13
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30-Mar-13
06-Apr-13
7
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13-Apr-13
7
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20-Apr-13
7
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27-Apr-13
7
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27-Apr-13
04-May-13
7
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04-May-13
11-May-13
7
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18-May-13
7
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25-May-13
7
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01-Jun-13
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08-Jun-13
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22-Jun-13
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10-Aug-13
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31-Aug-13
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07-Sep-13
7
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07-Sep-13
14-Sep-13
7
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14-Sep-13
21-Sep-13
7
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28-Sep-13
7
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28-Sep-13
05-Oct-13
7
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05-Oct-13
12-Oct-13
7
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12-Oct-13
19-Oct-13
7
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19-Oct-13
26-Oct-13
7
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26-Oct-13
02-Nov-13
7
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09-Nov-13
7
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09-Nov-13
16-Nov-13
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23-Nov-13
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30-Nov-13
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07-Dec-13
7
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14-Dec-13
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21-Dec-13
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28-Dec-13
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28-Dec-13
04-Jan-14
7
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04-Jan-14
11-Jan-14
7
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11-Jan-14
18-Jan-14
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18-Jan-14
25-Jan-14
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01-Feb-14
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08-Feb-14
7
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15-Feb-14
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22-Feb-14
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01-Mar-14
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08-Mar-14
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05-Apr-14
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12-Apr-14
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19-Apr-14
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19-Apr-14
26-Apr-14
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10-May-14
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17-May-14
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Southern Cross - Itinerary

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Southern cross leaves from andSouthern Cross returns to Male but doesn't follow a set itinerary as it's all about the giving you the best diving possible. As you may know the Maldives has 2 very distinct currents running at different times of the year and this effects which side of the Maldives all the marine life is on at any particular time. Basically, depSouthern Crossendant on the currents and the winds, we will select the route and dive sites, this is how we offer you the best diving that the Maldives can provide at any time of year.
Our divemasters are very experienced in the hunt for mantas, whale sharks predicting the currents to maximise your diving.
Mv Southern Cross visits theSouthern Cross best dive sites in the area to see sharks, mantas and all the schools of fishes and stunning reefs that the Maldives are famous for just like any other boat but we will also try really hard, and normally succeed, to find you a whale shark. It is the experience of a lifetime to swim with one Southern Cross will do her best to find you a whalesharkof these gentle giants - don't forget to bring your snorkel as you never know when we may run across one of these giants.
Out normal route covers dive sites in the areas of North Male - Rasdhoo - North Ari - South Ari - South Male
However we reserve the right to change it dependant on the conditions and prevaling currents.
Excursion will be arranged every other day, to local islands or uninhabited atollsor resort islands. Night fishing and a BBQ Dinner will be arranged at an uninhabited island.
Games (Chess, playing cards etc), Audio / Video Facilities (VHS / VCD / AUDIO CD) Night Fishing, Snorkeling, Wave Surfing, BBQ on Desert Islands, Island Hopping. Cultural shows / Disco are all available on request

Southern Cross - Specifications, boat details and services

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 Year Built:
 2002
 Hull Type:  Wood
 Length:  37.970 m
 Width:  10.610 m
 Depth:  3.900 m
 Cubic Meter:  737.040
 Cruise Speed:  12 knots
 Navigation:  Navman GPS Chart Pliotter JRC Rader
 Engine:  Cummins 425 HP engine diesel
 Water maker:  02 water maker 250 lph
 Generators:  02 Onan gen sets 35 KW soundproof

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Southern Cross - Prices

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Cabins
May to October 10
inclusive
Nov10 to April 11
inclusive
May10 to Oct11 inclusive
Novr11 to April12
inclusive
All 10 cabins
Charter only
Maximun 20pax
$3200
$3500
$3400
$3700

Southern Cross saloonThe price Includes:
1 -  3 - 4 dives per day
2 -  Tank and weights
3 -  Dive Instructor
4 -  Full Board (3 meals)
5 -  Full Accommodation
6 -  Coffee and Tea 24 hrs
7 -  One bottle mineral water per person per day
8-  Fishing; using fishing gear – Local style, including hook, fishing line, weight and baits
9 -  Visiting dessert islands(BBQ dinner; Depends on weather conditions andan extra USD5.00 will be charged for theentry fee of island).
10 - SnorkelingSouthern cross jacuzzi
11 - Bed Tax
12 - Free Guide for shopping in Male’ (Capital of Maldives)
13 - Transport (Airport – Boat – Airport )
14 - Jacuzzi

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Full charter price
for all cabins and a maximum amount of 20 guests is
$ 3,500 a day for November09 to April 2010 inclusive and
$ 3,200 for May, August, September and October 2010.
Payment details
A deposit of 10% of the total cost of your charter to be paidSouthern cross within 7 days to secure your reservation. The next payment will be 20% 120 days from departure and the final payment of the remaining 70% would be due 60 days before the day of departure.
Cancellation details:
More than 120 days from departure - 10% deposit lost
More than 60 days from departure - 30% of charter price forfeit
Less than 60 days to departure - Full charter price forfeit

CERTIFICATION & SPECIALTY COURSES
Diver Training (PADI/SDI/TDI) 
Introductory Dives
Discover Scuba Diving
USD  89
Certification Courses
Scuba Diver (2 Dive Package with Instructor)
USD 250
Open Water Diver (4 Dive Package with Instructor)
USD 380
Open Water Referral Dives
USD 250
Continuing Education Courses
Adventure Diver
USD 240
Advanced Open Water Diver
USD 350
Specialty Courses
Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox)
USD 100
Night Diver
USD 180
Deep Diver
USD 280
Drift Diver 
USD 180
Peak Performance Buoyancy 
USD 180
Master Scuba Diver (any 5 specialties)
USD 900
*NOTE: Materials + Certification not included due to exchange rate fluctuations.  Enquire for latest price upon booking.

Rental dive equipment
Diving Equipment Rentals (USD)
Per day
Per week
Full Set (regulator, octopus, BCD, wetsuit, mask, fins, dive computer)
$ 40
$ 280
Regulator with octopus
$ 20
$ 140
Computer
$ 15
$ 105
BCD
$ 15
$ 105
Wetsuit 1.5mm 
$ 10
$ 70
Mask
$   5
$ 35
Fins (+ booties as required)
$   5
$ 35
Surface Market Buoy (SMB) + Reel
$ 10
$ 70
Torch
$ 20
$ 140
Southern cross dhoni*NOTE: All divers must carry a Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) and dive computer on every dive
Should you wish to hire any diving equipment, as above, please ensure you book within 30 days of your charter.
Special Occasions:
If there is a special occasion such as Birthday or a anniversary coming up during the trip please let us know in advance to arrange the cake for the special occasion, which will be provided free of charge.
Arrival and boarding
It is recommended to fly into the Male International Airport (MLE) on the day that your charter starts.
The airport is a ten-minute boat ride from the capital, Male. If you arrive on the day of your charter, you will be greeted at the airport and transported to the boat on our Diving Dhoni. If you fly in prior to your charter date, you should meet in the airport arrival area at a pre-arranged time on the day of departure. Our Crew will meet you. Please notify us of your arrival time and / or hotel reservations 30 days prior to travelling. The boat anchors off Male about 15 minutes from the airport.Southern cross dive deck
Passports and documentation
Visitors must have a current passport (valid for at least six months on arrival), adequate funds to support themselves and a return airline ticket to travel to the Maldives. Visas are issued upon arrival. It is the travellers’ responsibility to ensure they have the proper documentation to travel to the destination and return to their country. Please check with the appropriate consulate to ensure you have the proper documentation. Always check your passport and visa requirements. We cannot assume responsibility for passengers not having correct documentation.

Southern Cross - Diving

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Maldives diving conditions
The climate is warm year round and determined by the monsoons. The monsoonsSouthern cross jacuzzi are mild and not as defined as in neighbouring countries. The northeast monsoon starts in January and goes through the end of April. In January and February the currents can be very strong but the big animal activity can be fantastic. The beginning of January brings clear water to most of the region which can be over 60m (200ft) visibility. Underwater visibility in the Maldives is determined by the tidal movements with incoming and outgoing tides. The monsoon patterns have a significant impact on the diving. From May to October, the southeast monsoon brings more big animal action and is the ideal time to go North to places like Baa Atoll.
The air temperature varies little with an annual average of 30C (90F) and minimum of 26C (80F), while the water temperature ranges from 26C (80F) to 30C (86F).
Diving is carried out from our purpose built "diving dhoni” that will not anchor but will follow the divers from the surface. This is the safest and most comfortable way to dive in the Maldives due to the wind and currents. Every diver will have their own Dive Station with their own basket where for storing their diving gear, which will always remain on the diving dhoni. The system leaves the main boat free to handle accommodations, meals and social activities in a quiet atmosphere. Southern cross saloon
Most guests make up to 3 dives a day, so some sort of protection isneeded. A 3mm wetsuit should be comfortable and adequate.

There is a law in the Maldives that the depth limit is 98 feet/ 30 metres. The Divemaster requires proof of certification before the first dive. Proof of your Dive Insurance will also be required, as well as the signing of our Waiver of Indemnity form. Every effort is made to ensure you have a safe trip. However, unforeseen circumstances can and do happen. Therefore, dive accident insurance and travel insurance are compulsory. A reasonably priced DAN Dive Insurance may be purchased onboard. 

The dive sites:

Ari atoll
Fish soup - Mv Southern Cross
Kudarah thila
Type of dive: Reef dive
Description: One of the best dive sites for soft coral and fish life. The marine life here is so abundant, that the divers have named it ‘fish soup’. The thila is in a circular shape and can be covered in a single dive at different depths, if the current is not very strong.

Maaya thila
Type of dive: Reef dive / Night dive
Description: The thilais about 80mters in diameter. The whole thila can be done at different depths in a single dive. There are many caves and overhangs around the thila. The large rocks on the north eastern side have large black coral trees growing on them. The site is famous for the sharks and a great barracuda which reside here. The site can be dived at any time of the day, each with different activity going on the reef.Stunning soft corals - Mv Southern Cross The best chance to get close to these creatures is at night time, when they are hunting. You will see sharks, barracudas, rays and eels trying to grab a morsel.

Bathala maaga kanthila
Type of dive: Drift dive
Description: The northern tip of Magaa reef extends into Bathalaa Kandu, is home to a number of grey reef sharks and white-tip reef sharks. They can be seen patrolling along the reef looking for food.

Maalhos thila (Blue curves)
Type of dive: Drift dive / Reef dive
Description: The thila is known for the abundance of soft coral growth on the thila, particularly the blue/violet colored variety that grows on the ceiling of the caves and overhangs, thus the name ‘blue caves’. In addition a large variety of fish life can be observed here.Grey reef sharks - Mv Southern Cross

Rasdhoo Madivaru
Type of dive: Drift dive / Channel dive
Description: The reef on the southern side of Rasdhoo drops vertically to the ocean depths. The site is home to a school of Scalloped Hammerhead sharks (sphyrna lewini). In the early hours of the morning they rise from the deep waters off the atoll into the shallower depths, accessible to divers.

South Male atoll

Guraidhoo Kandu South
Type of dive: Drift dive / channel dive
Description: Since the eastern side of the channel is Open Ocean, large predatory fish can regularly be spotted here. This site isHawksbill turtle - Mv Southern Cross in the Maldives famous for sightings of sharks, schools of eagle rays and the occasional Sail fish and Hammerheads. The best condition to do the dive is when the current is flowing into the Atoll. The dive begins on the outer reef following the current into the atoll. Most of the pelagic species can be observed on the eastern side, where the reef drops off into the deep ocean. At the end of the dive in the channel, along the reef you can find overhangs with plenty of soft coral growth and small fish.

Kandooma thila
Type of dive: Drift dive / reef dive
Description: Located in a channel, the reef is subject to strong currents at times. The ocean currents carry lot of nutrients to the reef, supporting an abundance of sea life.
The site is well renowned for the soft coral growth, turtles, diverse fish life and inveWhite tip reef shark - Mv Southern Crossrtebrates found on the reef. At the reef slope you may find sharks and eagle rays.

Embudu express
Type of dive: Drift dive / channel dive.
Description: Similar to Guraidhoo Kandu, but more sharks are likely to be spotted here.
The currents can be very strong at times. The stronger the current however the better chance of seeing sharks. Under the guidance of an experienced dive guide, the dive can be managed done easily.

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