Safari Island
★★★★
Google 4.6/5 (543 reviews)
less than 1 km away as the crow flies
Dive centre · Ari Atoll · Maldives
4.826 Google reviewsJoy Dive Safari Island
Explore the North Ari Atoll on a private luxury Dhoni, managed by a dedicated three-person crew for bespoke diving itineraries.
What sets this centre apart
- SSI affiliated dive centre
- Private safaris on a luxury Dhoni
- Dedicated three-person crew for private trips
- Customised itineraries based on weather and season
- House reef with descent lines to 20 metres
- Located in the North Ari Atoll
- 20-minute seaplane transfer to the island
- Access to the Fesdu Wreck site
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Joy Dive Safari Island about the centre
Joy Dive @ Safari Island is situated in the North Ari Atoll, one of the Maldives' most iconic diving regions. The centre operates from Safari Island, which is accessible via a 20-minute seaplane flight, making it a convenient base for those looking to explore the surrounding reefs and thilas.
The club and its team
As an SSI affiliated centre, Joy Dive provides structured training and guided excursions tailored to the specific conditions of the atoll. The team focuses on creating custom itineraries, adjusting daily plans based on the current weather and seasonal shifts to ensure you are always diving at the best possible sites.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- SSI
- Certification level
- Training Center
- Languages spoken
- German
- Website available in
- German
- Management
- German
- Boats
- Luxury Dhoni
- Night diving
- Yes
- On board
- personalized service by a 3-person crew for private safaris
- Access and transfers
- Accessible by seaplane in approximately 20 minutes.
- Accommodation
- The island offers three categories of accommodation: Beach Bungalow, Semi Villa and Water Villa.
- Address
- Hangnaameedhoo, Maldives ↗
Courses on offer
The centre is an SSI training facility, offering a range of courses to suit different experience levels. Whether you are looking to start your journey or advance your skills, the programme is designed to meet the standards of the SSI certification system.
The boats
For those seeking a more exclusive experience, the centre offers private safaris on a luxury Dhoni. These traditional vessels are operated by a dedicated three-person crew, providing personalised service throughout your trip. This setup allows you to move between sites like Maaya Thila or Manta Point with a schedule dictated by your own preferences.
Dive sites with Joy Dive Safari Island
The house reef at Safari Island is accessible to all levels, featuring four marked entry and exit points with descent lines extending to 20 metres. It is a reliable spot to encounter turtles, mantas, and various reef fish close to your accommodation.
Fish-Head is a highly regarded site located just 12 minutes from the island. It is renowned for its incredible biodiversity, offering a dense concentration of coral and fish life.
Fesdu Wreck provides a different perspective on the atoll, allowing you to explore a wreck structure inhabited by local marine life. It is a significant site for those interested in seeing how coral grows over man-made objects.
Manta Point is a key destination in the North Ari Atoll, specifically targeted for those wishing to encounter manta rays in their natural habitat.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Récif de maison - Safari IslandMaaya ThilaOrimas ThilaManta PointFesdu Wreck
Marine life around Ari Atoll
The reefs around North Ari Atoll are vibrant, characterised by a healthy presence of corals and a wide variety of fish species. You will regularly encounter turtles and mantas navigating the currents around the various thilas and reef flats.
Macro life and smaller residents are present throughout the atoll, including mantis shrimp and various species of reef fish that inhabit the coral structures. The biodiversity at sites like Fish-Head ensures a constant stream of visual interest for both macro and pelagic enthusiasts.
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