We track 71 dive operators in North Male Atoll. 13 teach certification courses (11 PADI, 5 SSI). 21 run snorkelling trips. 3 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Male, with 17. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 71. How Fin Rank works
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 71 dive operators in North Male Atoll, with the biggest cluster around Male. 13 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (11 centres), followed by SSI (5).
Published discovery dive prices we hold range from $90 to $225 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
3 operators in North Male Atoll offer accommodation alongside diving.
21 of the 71 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.
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.
Maldivers Dhiffushi is an SSI-affiliated dive center located on Dhiffushi Island in the Maldives. Established in 1999, they offer a variety of SSI dive programs, daily dive trips, and diving packages that can include accommodation. They cater to all levels of divers, from beginners to professionals, and focus on providing memorable underwater experiences.
Sea Star Diving Maldives is a sporting goods store located in Thulusdhoo, Maldives. It is operational and highly rated by customers, with a significant number of reviews. The store has consistent daily hours, with adjusted hours on Fridays.
Himmafushi Scuba Adventure is a dive center located in Himmafushi, Maldives. They offer a range of diving and water activities. The center is operational and has a high rating from customer reviews.
Dive Bandos is a dive centre located in the North Male Atoll. The centre offers a variety of PADI courses and access to 40 regional dive sites.
Scuba Divine Maldives- Dhiffushi is a PADI 5 Star IDC dive center located on Dhiffushi Island in the Maldives. They offer a range of diving courses, daily dive trips, and equipment rentals, with a focus on providing value for money and flexible scheduling. The center is known for its experienced instructors and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Extreme Maldives operates watersports and diving centers at the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and in Fuvahmulah City. The company provides a range of activities including scuba diving, snorkeling, and various motorized watersports. They offer PADI training programs and dive packages that include accommodation and transportation.
Adaaran Prestige Vadoo is an adults-only resort located in the Male Atoll. The property features overwater villas and provides access to a house reef for snorkeling.
Best Dives Olhahali is a sports activity location situated on Olhahali Island in the Maldives. It operates daily from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The business accepts credit and debit cards.
SUB AQUA DiveCenter Maldives Thulhagiri is a sports activity location and dive center situated on Thulhagiri Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives. It has a high rating of 4.9 stars from 48 reviews and is open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. They accept credit card payments.
| 2 | Maldivers | 5.0(83) | none | none | SSI | Visit |
| 3 | Sea Star Diving Maldives | 4.9(448) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Himmafushi Scuba Adventure | 5.0(263) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | Dive Bandos | 4.8(105) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Scuba Divine Maldives | 5.0(155) | none | $90 | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Extreme | 4.9(20) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Adaaran Prestige Vadoo Dive Center | 4.8(20) | none | none | none | Visit |
