Question Maldives March 2026 - Deep South LOB vs. Fuvahmulah land based

[Lu Y]

Hello,

We are considering a return trip to Maldives in March 2026, currently have 4 options below. Main focus is diving, would like to dive as many top sites as possible, we are used to strong currents.

1. Deep South LOB: Currently considering Scubaspa boat. We have dives Western side of Gaafu Alifu atoll this year (from Raffles), so not sure if some sites will be very similar.
2. Fuvahmulah land-based: More basic accommodation however highest flexibility for diving (found a dive centre who can do 3 dives per day with private boat at an acceptable price)
3. Central route LOB
4. Resort based diving in South Ari (Conrad): main issue is the dive site selection, I have the feeling most high end resorts in Maldives don't go to the dive sites with strong current as guests only want relaxing dives

Does anyone have a perspective on which option might be the best?

Many thanks,
Lu

 

[Blackcrusader]

Please read my post on my Trip May 2025

My buddy and I paid US$ 80 a night for a two bedroom two storey apartment. US$40 a night each is a great deal.

Thread 'Fuvahmulah 08 - 27 May 2025'

May 7, 2025

Heading off to Maldives tomorrow.

Started my journey having my BIL drop me off at the High Speed Railway in Chiayi Taiwan to get to the Hyatt Airport Hotel which has a lower price deal for those flying with China Airlines. IF you have not been to Japan or Taiwan or France or China taking a journey on trains that can run at 350km/h is nice. Super smooth. As I am 4 hours away from the airport and my flight is at 8am I stay a night at the airport hotel. They have free shuttle buses from early am and the ride is around 15 minutes to Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. I am flying China Airlines...

• Blackcrusader
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• Forum: Maldives

 

[Lu Y]

Please read my post on my Trip May 2025

My buddy and I paid US$ 80 a night for a two bedroom two storey apartment. US$40 a night each is a great deal.

Thread 'Fuvahmulah 08 - 27 May 2025'

May 7, 2025

Heading off to Maldives tomorrow.

Started my journey having my BIL drop me off at the High Speed Railway in Chiayi Taiwan to get to the Hyatt Airport Hotel which has a lower price deal for those flying with China Airlines. IF you have not been to Japan or Taiwan or France or China taking a journey on trains that can run at 350km/h is nice. Super smooth. As I am 4 hours away from the airport and my flight is at 8am I stay a night at the airport hotel. They have free shuttle buses from early am and the ride is around 15 minutes to Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. I am flying China Airlines...

• Blackcrusader
• Replies: 25
• Forum: Maldives

Thanks Blackscrusader. Indeed I have already read your trip report, what a wonderful trip!

However, I'd welcome some perspectives on the 3 other options as well, so that we can make an informed decision.