Diving in Fuvahmulah

Find out the diving highlights and best times to dive in the shark capital of the Maldives.

The home of shark diving in the Maldives.

Fuvahmulah is the only one-island atoll in the Maldives and a true pelagic hotspot. Known worldwide as the “Shark Island,” it’s the only place with year-round tiger shark encounters. Deep reefs and nutrient-rich currents also attract hammerheads, threshers, oceanic mantas, whale sharks, and multiple reef shark species.

Tiger Sharks — Year-Round

Reliable, pro-guided encounters at accessible depths for confident Open Water divers.

One-Island Atoll

Unique ocean-exposed geography concentrates pelagics around Fuvahmulah’s edges.

Pelagic Currents

Nutrient-rich flow brings hammerheads, threshers, mantas, whale sharks, and more.

Drift, Wall & Stations

A mix of drifts, dramatic walls, and cleaning stations for every advanced interest.

Big-Animal Capital

Iconic shark action with frequent pelagic cameos in clear, blue-water conditions.

Briefings & Safety

Expert local teams, clear protocols, and site-specific plans for confident dives.

Highlights of Scuba Diving in Fuvahmulah

World-class big-animal encounters, dramatic channels, and expert local teams—crafted for confident, unforgettable dives.

Tiger Shark Expertise

Pro-guided shark sessions

Dive with experienced local pros who specialize in safe, respectful shark interactions and precise site briefings.

Channel & Reef Thrills

Current-swept topography

Ride clear-water currents along walls, corners, and channels known for pelagic traffic and action-packed drifts.

Blue-Water Encounters

Open-ocean adventures

Head offshore for deep-blue encounters when conditions align—guided by teams who know when it’s on.

Unique Island Atoll

One-island, ocean-exposed

Fuvahmulah’s singular geography brings rich marine life and conditions that are unlike anywhere else in Maldives.

Efficient Logistics

Short runs, more bottom time

Strategic harbor access and quick departures maximize dive time and keep schedules running smoothly.

Safety & Standards

Briefings, protocols, readiness

Clear procedures, equipment checks, and site-specific plans help you dive confidently at every experience level.

Fuvahmulah Guide See Packages

Diving in Fuvahmulah by Months

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Fuvahmulah Megafauna Highlights

Diving in Fuvahmulah — year-round tiger sharks, seasonal hammerheads, pelagics & more.

All year Tiger Shark (Galeocerdo cuvier) – Fuvahmulah

Tiger Shark Reliable

Galeocerdo cuvier

  • Season Year-round; clearest viz Jan–Apr
  • Where Tiger Harbor mouth (managed entry)
  • Notes Daily encounters; great media in NE monsoon
Oct–Apr Scalloped Hammerhead – Fuvahmulah

Scalloped Hammerhead Seasonal

Sphyrna lewini

  • Season Most reliable Oct–Apr (new/full moon helps)
  • Where Blue-water drifts; schooling in mid-blue
  • Notes Early launches & current improve odds
Oct–Dec • Apr–May Pelagic Thresher – Fuvahmulah

Pelagic Thresher Frequent

Alopias pelagicus

  • Season Near year-round; stronger Oct–Dec & Apr–May
  • Where Dawn cleaning stations (≈12–30 m)
  • Notes Early starts & calm seas help
Mar–May • Oct–Dec Oceanic Manta Ray – Fuvahmulah

Oceanic Manta Ray Seasonal peak

Mobula birostris

  • Season Peak Mar–May; pulses Oct–Dec
  • Where Outer slopes & blue-water
  • Notes Watch current lines & bait activity
Jan–May Whale Shark – Fuvahmulah

Whale Shark Occasional

Rhincodon typus

  • Season Occasional year-round; better odds Jan–May
  • Where Blue-water scouting offshore