Maldives

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Easy-to-reach dive destinations in Southeast Asia

Looking for a world-class dive holiday from Asia without the hassle of a long-haul flight? Well, ...

Dec 05, 2024

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Easy-to-reach dive destinations from the UK and Europe

While we often say we love to travel, the reality is that it’s the destination that we actually ...

Dec 05, 2024

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Best diving liveaboards in the Maldives

The Maldives is an idyllic island nation consisting of 26 atolls strung across 850-kilometres of the...

Oct 01, 2024

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Addu and Fuvahmulah declared UNESCO biosphere reserves

While 2020 has been a challenging year for most people, it’s provided some welcome relief for the ...

Sep 26, 2024

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Fuvahmulah tiger sharks ID

​Taken the plunge with Fuvahmulah’s tiger sharks in the last five years? If so, Fuvahmulah Dive ...

Sep 26, 2024

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#BeGentleToGiants campaign launched to encourage both tour operators and tourists to protect whale sharks

Maldives Resilient Reefs, Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme and Blue Marine Foundation have ...

Sep 26, 2024

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Whale sharks - a guide to responsible encounters for scuba divers and snorkelers

For most divers, an encounter with a whale shark is the ultimate underwater experience. ​These ...

Sep 26, 2024

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Manta ray rescue in the Maldives

For World Manta Day 2024, ZuBlu co-founder Adam Broadbent retells one of his most memorable dives ...

Sep 17, 2024

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Hanifaru Bay - how to swim with Hanifaru's manta rays and whale sharks

Hanifaru Bay in Baa Atoll hosts the most spectacular congregations of manta rays in the Maldives, if...

Sep 17, 2024

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5000th manta rays identified by Manta Trust

In December, Manta Trust reported a significant milestone reached by its pioneering Maldivian Manta ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Where to dive with mantas in Southeast Asia and the Maldives

Discover the best places to dive with manta rays in Southeast Asia and the Maldives – one of the ...

Sep 13, 2024

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The ultimate luxury charter yachts and itineraries in the Maldives

Charter a private yacht and set sail on the trip of a lifetime exploring the atolls of the Maldives,...

Sep 13, 2024

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The best places to scuba dive in the Maldives - top dive sites in each atoll

With 26 atolls and hundreds of islands and reefs, it is no surprise that the Maldives is a genuine ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Scuba diving to dream about - incredible encounters, exceptional experiences

These truly exceptional scuba experiences never fail to impress, regardless of whether a diver is a ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Which is better? The Seychelles or the Maldives for a diving holiday in the Indian Ocean?

Torn between the Seychelles or the Maldives for your next diving holiday? Find out more about what ...

Sep 13, 2024

Eco-friendly diving in the Maldives - simple steps to reduce your impact

Hundreds of thousands of divers descend on the Maldives every year, all hoping to get a glimpse of ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Update on the Maldives Shark Ban

Just weeks after worrying initial reports, we are delighted to report that the Maldivian Government ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Maldives Shark Fishing - A Call to Action

On the 24th March 2021, Maldives Fisheries Minister, Zaha Waheed, announced that the government is ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Best luxury resorts for a dive holiday in the Maldives

Luxurious, exclusive and simply spectacular, these are the best luxury dive resorts in the Maldives,...

Sep 13, 2024

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Best adults-only resorts for scuba divers in the Maldives

The Maldives is easily one of the most indulgent holiday destinations in the world, offering elegant...

Sep 13, 2024

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Pandemic honeymoon ideas in the Maldives

Planning a honeymoon during the pandemic? With a tempting selection of scuba diving packages in the ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Diving the Maldives on a budget

Read on and discover our guide to local islands and guest houses carefully chosen by our dive travel...

Sep 13, 2024

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South Ari Atoll - the best dive sites

Though justifiably famous for year-round whale shark and manta ray sightings, South Ari Atoll ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Learn to dive in the Maldives

With plenty of sheltered lagoons and shallow reefs, the Maldives is a great choice for travellers ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Free guide to the best diving in the Maldives

Planning a dive trip to the Maldives but not sure which atoll is right for you? Download ZuBlu’s ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Best scuba diving resorts in the Maldives

With over a thousand islands surrounded by cobalt-blue seas and dazzling fringing reefs, it’s no ...

Sep 13, 2024

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Discover the Maldives

For many scuba divers the Maldives often gets written off as ‘just’ a destination for ...

Sep 13, 2024

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The best places to scuba dive with turtles in SE Asia and the Maldives

These charismatic animals can be found throughout the world’s temperate and tropical oceans. Here ...

Sep 08, 2024

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An expert guide to liveaboard diving itineraries in the Maldives

The Maldives is one of the world’s best liveaboard diving destinations and promises some truly ...

Sep 06, 2024

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Whale shark and manta rays seasons in the Maldives

Manta rays and whale sharks are two of the Maldives' marquee attractions, drawing visitors from all ...

Sep 06, 2024

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Best places to dive with sharks in the Maldives

The Maldives is famed for its tranquil tropical setting and spectacular resorts, but below the waves...

Sep 06, 2024

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A guide to diving in Fuvahmulah

Looking for the pelagic encounter of a lifetime? Fuvahmulah is guaranteed to impress, as no other ...

Sep 06, 2024

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Best house reefs in the Maldives

Exclusive resorts, white sand beaches, and an endless turquoise sea – the Maldives is a dive ...

Aug 21, 2024

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Best overwater bungalows for a dive holiday in the Maldives

Perched above tranquil lagoons overlooking the expansive Indian Ocean, the Maldives' iconic ...

Jul 11, 2024

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The Manta Trust and ZuBlu

ZuBlu is proud to announce our latest partnership with The Manta Trust, the world’s foremost manta...

Aug 28, 2023

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Private dive getaways you don’t want to miss

Here at ZuBlu, we help make diving dreams come true. We’ve compiled this incredible list of ...

Nov 22, 2021