Himmafushi Scuba Adventure
Himmafushi Scuba Adventure is a PADI 5-Star Dive Center offering budget-friendly dives and courses on a vibrant local island in the Maldives.
Features
PADI 5-Star Dive Center
Fun dives and full range of PADI courses
Budget-friendly diving on a local island
Experienced, friendly instructors
Dive gear rentals available
Focus on safety and small group sizes
Courses for beginners to dive professionals
Convenient island location near top dive sites
How To Get There
Himmafushi Island, part of Kaafu Atoll, is just 17 km north of Malé and one of the closest local islands to the airport. Getting there is quick and easy, with a 20-minute speedboat ride available via Naseeb Express, which runs three times daily at approximately US$20 per way. Private transfers can also be arranged upon request.
Dive Overview
Diving in the Maldives is renowned worldwide for its crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and incredible marine biodiversity. Spanning over 1,000 islands across 26 atolls, the Maldives offers an extraordinary variety of dive experiences, from dramatic channels (kandus) with strong currents and big pelagics to sheltered coral gardens teeming with reef life. Divers can encounter manta rays, whale sharks, turtles, reef sharks, and countless tropical fish, often all in a single dive.
Himmafushi Scuba Adventure is located near the top dive sites in North Male Atoll. Manta rays can be seen at Bodu Hithi Thila from December to May and at Lankan Manta Point near Himmafushi from June until November. Himmafushi Scuba Adventure goes to around 30 dive sites, including Shark Tank, HP Reef, Lankan Manta Point, etc.
[Read More: Maldives Dive Travel Guide]
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Accommodation Overview
Himmafushi Scuba Adventure partners with a variety of accommodations around the island to best cater to each diver's needs.
Moodhu Guesthouse
Moodhu Guesthouse offers a laid-back, comfortable base just 300 meters from Bikini Beach—ideal for travelers looking to enjoy Himmafushi’s natural charm without breaking the budget. With a peaceful garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free Wi-Fi, it’s a solid choice for a simple and relaxing stay close to the island’s main attractions.
Keveli Guesthouse
Keveli Guesthouse provides a convenient and pleasant stay just a five-minute walk from both Himmafushi Scuba Adventure and the beach. Its six clean, modern rooms come with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. With indoor and outdoor communal spaces and meal plan options, it’s well suited for divers or couples looking for a quiet, no-fuss getaway.
YUVi BLUE MALDIVES & SPA
YUVi BLUE MALDIVES & SPA offers a touch more comfort with its range of well-equipped rooms, spa and wellness center, and the popular Blue Restaurant on-site. Located near Bikini Beach and within walking distance of the dive center, it’s a good fit for those wanting a bit more convenience and space while still enjoying the casual pace of local island life.
Dive Information
Diving around Himmafushi, in North Malé Atoll, offers access to some of the Maldives' most celebrated dive sites. With Himmafushi Scuba Adventure, a PADI 5-Star Dive Center, divers can explore a variety of underwater environments—from coral-covered pinnacles to thrilling drift dives—suitable for all levels of experience.
Nearby highlights include HP Reef, known for its vibrant soft corals, overhangs, and sightings of reef sharks, eagle rays, and turtles, and Himmafushi Corner, a sloping reef dive with strong currents that attract schools of jacks, tunas, and occasional rays. Other popular sites include Nassimo Thila, Okebe Thila, and Banana Reef, as well as seasonal manta encounters at Lankan Manta Point and wreck diving at MV Maldives Victory.
Himmafushi Scuba Adventure provides small-group dives, modern rental equipment, Nitrox, and experienced multilingual guides. Their friendly, safety-focused approach makes them a great choice for both casual fun dives and advanced underwater exploration in one of the Maldives' top diving regions.
Packages & Rates
Dive Package Rates
All rates are in USD and are per person. Prices are inclusive of 10% Service Charge and 8% of Good and Service Tax of Maldives. Equipment is not included in the package price, and packages are non-transferable and non-shareable.
| Dives | Rates |
|---|---|
| Single Dive 1 - 4 | $65 per dive |
| 5 Dives Package | $285 |
| 10 Dives Package | $530 |
| 15 Dives Package | $715 |
| 15 Dives or More | $45 per dive |
Equipment Rental
All rates are in USD and are per person. Prices are inclusive of 10% Service Charge and 8% of Good and Service Tax of Maldives.
| Equipment Rental | Rates |
|---|---|
| Full Equipment (1 - 4 Dives) | $15 per dive |
| Full Equipment – 5 Dives Package | $45 |
| Full Equipment – 10 Dives Package | $65 |
| Full Equipment – 15 Dives Package | $80 |
| Full Equipment – 15 Dives or More | $7 per dive |
| Per Item (BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, or Computer) – 1 - 4 Dives | $9 per dive |
| Per Item – 5 Dives Package | $35 |
| Per Item – 10 Dives Package | $55 |
| Per Item – 15 Dives Package | $65 |
| Per Item – 15 Dives or More | $5 per dive |
| UW Torch – Per Dive | $10 |
| UW Camera – Per Dive | $25 |
Dive Courses
All rates are in USD and are per person. Prices are inclusive of 10% Service Charge and 8% of Good and Service Tax of Maldives. Equipment and course material are also included.
| Dive Courses | Rates |
|---|---|
| Bubble Maker – Lagoon Only | $55 |
| Discover Scuba Diving – Lagoon Only | $85 |
| Discover Scuba Diving – Lagoon + 1 Dive | $155 |
| Refresher – Lagoon Only | $80 |
| Scuba Diver Course – Lagoon + 2 Dives | $380 |
| Upgrade to Open Water – Lagoon + 2 Dives | $240 |
| Open Water Course – Lagoon + 4 Dives | $570 |
| Referral – Required evidence of referral | $330 |
| Adventure Diver Course – 3 Dives | $350 |
| Advanced Open Water Course – 5 Dives | $510 |
| Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) – No Dive | $215 |
| Emergency First Response Course – No Dive | $250 |
| Rescue Diver Course – 5 Dives | $615 |
| Dive Master – 3–4 Week Course | $1,500 |


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