We track 200 dive operators in Maldives. 68 teach certification courses (60 PADI, 23 SSI). 77 run snorkelling trips. 13 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Male, with 27. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 200. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Discovery dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Thoddoo Diving Center | 4.9(265) | 4.7 | $80 | PADI · SSI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 200 dive operators in Maldives, with the biggest cluster around Male. 68 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (60 centres), followed by SSI (23). SDI/TDI, CMAS also appear.
Published discovery dive prices we hold range from $72 to $225 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
13 operators in Maldives offer accommodation alongside diving.
77 of the 200 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Thoddoo Diving Center (PDH Maldives) is a PADI and SSI certified dive center located on Thoddoo Island in the Maldives. They offer a range of diving courses, guided dives to local and nearby dive sites, and equipment rental. The center is known for its professional instructors and ability to cater to divers of all levels, from beginners to experienced.
Fulidhoo Dive is a PADI 5 Star IDC Dive Centre located on Fulidhoo Island in the Vaavu Atoll. The operator provides scuba diving courses, fun diving packages, and accommodation for visitors. They offer boat trips to local dive sites and operate a Bauer Pure Air station.
GoDivers is a PADI certified dive center located in the Maldives. They offer a range of scuba diving courses and guided excursions for divers of all levels.
Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah is a sports activity location in Fuvahmulah, Maldives. It has a high rating of 4.9 stars based on 247 reviews. The business is operational and offers wheelchair accessible entrance.
Liquid Shark Divers Fuvahmulah is listed as a sporting goods store in Fuvahmulah, Maldives, with a 5-star rating from 27 reviews. They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and have WiFi.
Maafushi Dive and Water Sports is a five star PADI Gold Palm and instructor development dive center located on Maafushi Island in the Maldives. The operator offers a variety of scuba diving courses, guided diving trips, and water sports activities.
Drop Dive Maldives Fuvahmulah is a dive center located in Fuvahmulah, Maldives. They offer diving services and are associated with PADI.
Dive Desk and Maldivian Academy of Diving operate as a PADI Five Star Dive Centre in Male and a PADI Five Star Career Development Centre in Himmafushi. They offer a range of recreational, professional, technical, and freediving courses alongside guided boat trips to dive sites in the Male Atoll.
Sinai Dive Club Maldives is a PADI-certified dive center located on Maafushi Island in the Maldives. They offer a range of diving and snorkeling activities, including courses, guided dives, and equipment rental. The club is situated on Valu Magu Road.
Fuvahmulah Scuba Club is a sports club in Fuvahmulah, Maldives, with a 4.9-star rating from 90 reviews. They are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
| 2 | Fulidhoo Dive & Water Sports | 4.9(254) | none | $95 | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | GoDivers | 4.5(75) | none | $130 | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Pelagic Divers | 4.9(282) | none | $130 | SSI | Visit |
| 5 | Liquid Shark Divers | 5.0(55) | none | $150 | SSI | Visit |
| 6 | Maafushi Dive and Water Sports | 4.7(347) | 4.8 | $75 | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Drop Dive Maldives | 5.0(67) | none | $100 | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 8 | Dive Desk | 4.8(54) | none | none | PADI | Visit |