Shaviyani & Noonu Atolls – Maldives Dive Region
About Shaviyani & Noonu Atolls
Shaviyani and Noonu Atolls sit at the frontier of Maldivian diving exploration, offering emerging liveaboard routes with pristine coral reefs and virtually untouched marine ecosystems. Shaviyani Atoll features exciting channel dives like Milandhoo Kandu with reef sharks and barracuda, while Noonu Atoll is home to the photogenic Christmas Tree Rock pinnacle draped in soft coral fans and schooling bannerfish. Orimas Thila features large gorgonians and exceptional macro life, while Holhudhoo Corner offers reliable grey reef shark and eagle ray encounters. With only a handful of liveaboards visiting and emerging resort development, these atolls represent an excellent opportunity for divers seeking uncrowded diving with reliable infrastructure and authentic cultural experiences.
Highlights
- ✓Christmas Tree Rock is a stunning pinnacle with soft coral fans and schooling bannerfish
- ✓Milandhoo Kandu offers exhilarating drift diving with reef sharks and barracuda
- ✓Holhudhoo Corner provides reliable grey reef shark and eagle ray encounters
- ✓Orimas Thila features large gorgonians and exceptional macro life
- ✓Emerging routes mean very few divers with pristine coral and abundant marine life
Dive Site Map: Shaviyani & Noonu Atolls
5 mapped dive sites in this region. Click a marker for a quick look and a link to the full site guide.
Getting There
Accessible via domestic flight from Male to Funadhoo Airport in Shaviyani (40 minutes). Speedboat transfers connect islands. Some liveaboards include these atolls on northern routes.
Local Transport
Speedboat transfers from Funadhoo. Dhoni boats connect islands. Liveaboards provide comprehensive access.