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Conte Max

Conte Max Itinerary

South Atolls (Male - Laamu)

8 days / 7 nights

About Conte Max

  • Pioneers of diving and wellness cruises in the Maldives
  • Facilities ideal for both divers and non-divers
  • Photography, freediving, wellness, rebreather cruises

Conte Max liveaboard is a superb 33-metre motor yacht with around two decades of experience in the country. This trend-setting liveaboard was one of the first in the Maldives to weave wellness concepts into every cruise, delivering one-of-a-kind experiences for divers and non-divers alike. To this day, Conte Max remains an ideal choice for guests wishing to mix relaxing ocean escapes with explorative underwater adventures. Guests can expect premium dive facilities, including nitrox and rebreather support, during expertly-organised itineraries packed full of exploration and other activities.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 17
Experience Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • One-way itinerary takes in the best five of Male to Laamu
  • Explore the spectacular dive spots of Felidhoo
  • Spot mantas, leopard sharks, tuna, barracuda and jacks at Vattaru
  • Meet the hammerhead sharks of Mulaku
  • Grey and whitetip reef sharks, plus the chance of whale sharks at night
  • Dive the current swept channels of Laamu
Day 1: 
Arrival at Hulule/Male airport and weigh anchors towards the southern part of the archipelago, visiting six different atolls (South Male, Felidhoo, Vattaru, Mulaku, Thaa and Laamu) in a week.

Days 2-6:
The long lengths of navigation will be interspersed with thrilling dives in channels, which are the focus of this trip. From the Guraidhoo area we will head down towards Alimathà, Rakeedhoo, Vattaru and Mulaku Kandu, then on to Thaa with its less-known passes. Sailing further south through Vadinolhu Kandu, we will reach Laamu. The cruise will then head towards the final destinations of the picturesque Fushi and Maabaidhoo Kandu. 

Up to 3 dives a day, typically scheduled as follows:
- Light Breakfast followed by a briefing & Dive 1
- Full Breakfast, relax, briefing & Dive 2
- Lunch, relax, briefing & Dive 3*
- Snack, relax
- Workshops & presentations by onboard Manta Expert
- Dinner

Day 7: 
One morning dive. Last day visit to the island of Gan.

Day 8: 
Breakfast on board followed by disembarkation and transfer to the airport 

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

03:00pm

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Return

08:00am

Laamu

Kadhdhoo Airport: KDO

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31

Jan

2027

South Atolls (Male - Laamu)

8 days / 7 nights
•
17 dives
from $2,660 /guest

Limited availability

31Jan 27

South Atolls (Male - Laamu)

8D / 7N
•
17 dives
from $2,660 /guest
Limited availability

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/conte-max/itn-2312010335301-south-atolls-male-laamu-