Maafushi Nurse Shark Snorkeling Tour

6 hours Free cancellation

Maafushi Nurse Shark Snorkeling Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Nurse Shark and Fulidhoo Island excursion is a signature full-day adventure. It typically takes you from the South Malé Atoll into the Vaavu Atoll, known for some of the most vibrant marine life in the Maldives

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Paradise peak travels

Ages: Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–82 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Underwater Photo & Video
Included: Lunch
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Shared speed Boat

Itinerary

Stop 1

30 min

You will snorkel with dozens of tawny nurse sharks. Despite their name, these are "gentle giants" that are primarily bottom-feeders. They are used to human presence and will often swim right alongside you
Vaavu Atoll

one hour

Stingray Interaction: Fulidhoo is famous for the large stingrays that frequent the main pier. You can stand in knee-deep water as they glide around your feet. Like the sharks, they are quite friendly, though it's best to observe them naturally.

Island Life: Fulidhoo is much quieter and smaller than Maafushi. It offers a glimpse of authentic Maldivian "local island" life with sandy streets, colorful houses, and traditional lacquerware souvenir shops.

Bikini Beach: There is a beautiful stretch of beach where you can relax or take a quick swim before heading to the next stop
Vaavu Atoll

30 min

Dolphin Watching: On the speedboat ride back toward Maafushi, the captain will often detour to Dolphin Lagoon to spot pods of Spinner or Bottlenose dolphins jumping and playing in the boat's wake