We track 51 dive operators in Southern Atolls. 19 teach certification courses (15 PADI, 8 SSI). 16 run snorkelling trips. 8 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Fuvahmulah, with 13. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 51. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5.0(18) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.

Fin lists 51 dive operators in Southern Atolls, with the biggest cluster around Fuvahmulah. 19 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (15 centres), followed by SSI (8). SDI/TDI, CMAS also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $100 to $200 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
8 operators in Southern Atolls offer accommodation alongside diving.
16 of the 51 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.

Forest Blu Maldives is a dive center offering various diving and snorkeling activities in Addu City, Maldives. They provide guided dives, courses, and equipment rental, catering to divers of all levels. The center is located in Hithadhoo.
Southern Maldives is a dive center and local tourism operator established in 2019. The company provides diving services, local tours, and accommodation assistance in the Addu Atoll.
Fuvahmulah Dive School is a sports activity location in Fuvahmulah, Maldives, with a 4.6-star rating from 154 reviews. It is operational and offers wheelchair accessible parking.
Aquaventure is a PADI 5 Star TecRec Dive Center located in Hithadhoo, Addu Atoll, Maldives. They offer a comprehensive range of PADI courses, including technical diving, and provide guided dives and equipment rental. The center is situated on Dha'ndumathee Hingun.
Extreme Dive Fuvahmulah is a sports activity location in Fuvahmulah, Maldives, with a 4.9-star rating from 276 reviews. They are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Scuba Shark Fuvahmulah is a sports activity location in Fuvahmulah, Maldives, with a 5-star rating from 59 reviews. They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Maldives Technical Diving is a dive center specializing in technical diving in Addu City, Maldives. They offer advanced training and specialized dives for experienced divers. The center is located in Hithadhoo, Addu Atoll.
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives offers a dive center that provides various water sports and diving activities. Located on Villingili Island, it caters to guests of the resort, offering experiences like snorkeling and diving in the surrounding reefs. The resort also provides accommodation and dining options.
One Ocean Maldives Dive Centre is a PADI 5 Star Dive Centre located in Gemanafushi, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Maldives. They offer a range of diving and snorkeling services.
Aquafanatics@NH Havodda is a dive center located in Thinadhoo, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives. They offer diving and watersports.
| 2 | Southern | 4.5(56) | none | none | SSI | Visit |
| 3 | Fuvahmulah Dive School | 4.6(154) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 4 | Aquaventure | 4.7(72) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | Extreme Dive | 4.9(276) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 6 | Scuba Shark Fuvahmulah | 5.0(59) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 7 | 5.0(2) | none | none | SDI/TDI | Visit |
| 8 | Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa | 4.7(1,700) | 4.5 | none | PADI | Visit |
