Ari Queen follows certain routes which turned out to be the best. These routes however are not completely fixed, It depends on weather and currents at the time of cruise.

Currents control the choice of the divesites. At certain currents one spot can be dived perfectly at other currents it is a waste of time.

Sharks, Whalesharks, Mantas are encountered at a certain current at specific divesites only. Knowing the specific points and the right time makes a great dive. We Know Both in Perfection.

The Typical Cruise
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The boat anchors at Hulumale Lagoon, which is basically an extention of the airport-reef.

Arrival Day: 1 dive to familiarize.

Next Day: Early morning another dive in the region such as Bananna Reef or Airport outside.

In summer season you are likely to see your first mantas at the manta-point nearby.

Next to Guraidhoo area in South Male' Atoll with two excellend divesites.

Same or the Next day cruise to Ari Atoll to dive the best spots for a one week cruise. During the cruise we round the whole atoll. Depending on the weather and season, preferences are given for the west or east side of the atoll as one side of the atoll is always protected.

The boat will be back to Hulumale Lagoon, late afternoon on the 6th day as no diving 24 hours before the departure flight.


Contact us for 2 week cruises and Special Routes. Applicable for Full Charters if not stated on Tours on Availability Page.


DIVE RENTALS
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Regulator with Octopus...............USD 10/- per day
Jacket..................................USD 10/- per day
Computer...............................USD 10/- per day
Wet Suit 3mm shorty................USD 8/- per day
Lamps...................................USD 8/- per day
Cylinder 15L ..........................USD 3/- per dive as surcharge

Advance Open Water Certificate....USD 150/-

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It is generally expected clients bring along their own diving gerar.
Masks, fins, snorel should be always brought by client. Rent of BCD's and regulator is no proble.

Since the we cannot carry on the boat a large selction of dive-suits, clients cannot expect to receive a perfect fitting at all times. Our suits are 3mm shorties