Fulidhoo Dive & Water Sports
Vaavu Atoll, Felidhu Atoll, MDV
About the Center
Fulidhoo Dive & Water Sports, located in Vaavu Atoll, Maldives, is an award-winning PADI 5 Star IDC and SSI dive center. Situated on the picturesque local island of Fulidhoo, it offers relatively easy access from Male International Airport, being just over an hour away by speedboat. This strategic location positions the center amidst some of the country's best dive sites, being particularly renowned for its famous shark night dive.
The center offers a comprehensive range of PADI certification courses, from Discover Scuba Diving up to the Instructor Development Course, including specialties like Advanced Open Water, Enriched Air Nitrox, and Rescue Diver. They also provide Boat Diving courses. Facilities include a bar, accommodation, equipment rental, nitrox air fills, and a certified Bauer Pure Air Station. The combination of high-quality service, an experienced local team, and a welcoming environment makes it an excellent choice for divers of all levels.
Fulidhoo Dive & Water Sports distinguishes itself by its commitment to providing world-class diving experiences at affordable rates, blending luxury services attended by former Four Seasons Resorts staff with the opportunity to explore the real Maldives. Packages offered are fully customizable, allowing guests to build their perfect dive vacation, which can include accommodation and diving options for 4, 6, or 10 nights. The center also provides airport transfer services, making it convenient for visitors to reach.
Available Courses
4 cursosOpen Water Diver
Embark on your PADI Open Water Diver certification journey with Fulidhoo Dive in the Maldives, a premier location for learning to scuba dive. This course is designed for beginners, utilizing the calm, shallow lagoon…
Advanced Open Water
Elevate your diving skills with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Fulidhoo Dive, located in the stunning Vaavu Atoll. This certification is designed for already certified divers aiming to expand their…
Enriched Air Nitrox
Maximize your bottom time and explore the vibrant marine life of Vaavu Atoll with the PADI Enriched Air Diver specialty course at Fulidhoo Dive. This certification is designed for divers seeking to extend their…
PADI Rescue Diver
The PADI Rescue Diver course at Fulidhoo Dive is designed to transform you into a more confident and capable diver, ready to prevent and manage dive emergencies. This advanced-level certification is widely regarded by…
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The most convenient way is by speedboat, which takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes and costs $40 USD one-way. There are daily departures, though schedules can vary, especially on Fridays. If you book a dive and stay package, Fulidhoo Dive can arrange this for you. Alternatively, a government-run ferry is available three times a week, taking 3.5 hours and costing approximately $4 USD.
Vaavu Atoll is renowned for its abundant large pelagic life. Divers can expect to see numerous grey reef sharks, nurse sharks, manta rays, eagle rays, and vast schools of big eye trevallies and barracudas, especially in the channels.
Fulidhoo Dive offers various stay and dive packages, including options for 4, 6, and 10 nights. These packages are customizable and can include accommodation, diving, and sometimes meals. Prices start from $595 for a 4-night package.
Yes, Nitrox is available on a complimentary basis for all certified Enriched Air divers. The centre is equipped with a top-of-the-line Renner compressor for Nitrox fills.
To enroll in the PADI Open Water Diver course, you must be able to swim 200 meters in the ocean without stopping and tread water unaided for 10 minutes. A PADI Medical Questionnaire must also be completed, and a doctor's sign-off may be required if any conditions apply.
Yes, the Alimatha night dive is a popular offering, typically conducted twice a week. It's recommended to stay for at least 4 nights to ensure you have the opportunity to experience this dive, as it's not recommended as part of a training course due to the environment.