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Conte Max Itinerary

Manta Trust Expedition: Central - North Atolls 9N

10 days / 9 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 10 days / 9 nights
Number of dives 23
Experience Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Experience the richness and diversity of marine life of North Male, Ari, Rasdhoo and Baa atolls
  • ​​Immerse yourself in the manta feeding aggregations of Baa Atoll and visit the famous Hanifaru Bay
  • ​​Chances to encounter the gentlest giant of the sea, the whale shark
  • ​​Dive with charismatic megafauna such as sharks, turtles and eagle rays
  • ​​​Visit manta feeding and cleaning sites in Ari, North Male and Baa atolls
  • ​Live the unforgettable experience of diving with mantas by night
Day 1: 
Embarkation is followed by introductions, boat and safety briefings, lunch, a check-dive (time permitting), and dinner.

Days 2-11:
Join us on a journey through the heart of the Maldives—an island nation celebrated for its turquoise lagoons, coral-draped reefs, and the graceful manta rays that glide through its waters. This itinerary takes you across four of the country’s most iconic atolls—North Malé, Ari, Rasdhoo, and Baa—each offering its own breathtaking seascapes, distinctive marine life, and the promise of extraordinary manta encounters.

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
While the weather during this season can be variable, the monsoonal conditions are precisely what trigger the plankton blooms that draw manta rays and whale sharks to feed. Although nature offers no guarantees, this itinerary has been carefully designed to maximize your chances of being in the right place at the right time—guided by the expertise of a Manta Trust scientist.
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With its mix of exhilarating drifts, peaceful reef dives, and once-in-a-lifetime manta encounters, this expedition showcases the very best of Maldivian diving. Between dives, enjoy engaging presentations, learn from your dedicated Manta Expert, and reconnect with the ocean through meaningful, purpose-driven exploration.

* in case of a sunset or night dive, the schedule will be slightly amended
The itinerary of the cruise is kept flexible to adapt to best conditions and manta sightings

Day 12:
One morning dive

Day 13:
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

Male

Male Velana International Airport: MLE

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/conte-max/itn-2602170347141-manta-trust-expedition-central-north-atolls-9n