Description
Deep South is the shark route at the southernmost tip of the Maldives, reserved for advanced divers. From December to March, the Emperor Virgo explores the atolls of Addu, Fuvahmulah, and Huvadhu, venturing away from the busiest areas in search of the large residents of the Indian Ocean. Fuvahmulah, an oceanic island surrounded by deep waters, offers opportunities to encounter tiger sharks, foxes, silvertips, and oceanic mantas; Huvadhu features world-class channels with grey sharks, hammerheads, and at night, whale sharks; and Addu presents the wreck of HMS British Loyalty and the manta cleaning station at Maa Kandu. Emperor focuses on natural encounters and does not practice chumming or shark feeding. With many dives below 18 meters and strong currents, it requires a Deep Diver or Advanced certification, and 100 logged dives are recommended. This is an intense itinerary for those seeking large pelagics in their natural state.
Itinerary
Día de ida: llegada al sur y embarque en Gan (Addu)
El itinerario opera en los atolones del extremo sur, por lo que la llegada se realiza al aeropuerto de Gan (Addu) tras la conexión doméstica desde Malé. Traslado al barco, asignación de camarotes, reunión de seguridad, presentación de la tripulación y revisión del papeleo. La embarcación pernocta en puerto y zarpa a la mañana siguiente, con una inmersión de comprobación cerca de puerto antes de comenzar la ruta. Se recomienda reservar un día adicional en cada extremo del viaje para asegurar las conexiones aéreas.
Emperor-Virgo
Included
International flights
Domestic flights at Maldives (Malé-Gan / Addu)
Hotel accomodation for pre and post night
Scuba Finders backpack with T-shirt
Printed travel documentation at home
Scuba Safe travel insurance
Accommodation on board in a cabin with private bathroom and air conditioning
Full board on board (all meals); water, tea, and coffee
Transfers between airport and port (round trip)
Guided dives from dhoni, with Emperor guides (3 guides on board)
Tanks and weights
Free Nitrox up to 32%
Free wine with dinner
Marine park fees and port charges included (no hidden extras)
Not included
Equipment rental for diving
PADI courses and certifications
Data packages / WiFi on board
Premium and alcoholic beverages (except for wine included with dinner)
Tips for the crew
Single room supplement (please inquire)
Maldives Green Tax, if applicable - pending confirmation
Personal expenses and unspecified services
Remaining services: pending confirmation with the operator
If you cancel more than 60 days before the start of the trip, a penalty of 30% of the total amount will apply, which is non-refundable.
If you cancel 60 days or less before the start of the trip, 100% of the amount will be non-refundable.
These conditions apply regardless of whether you purchase cancellation insurance or free withdrawal coverage. For greater flexibility and peace of mind, we recommend reviewing our Scuba Safe insurance options.