Omadhoo
Southern Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu)
A hidden gem in South Ari, covered by a lush jungle. It offers a true Robinson Crusoe experience and an extraordinary house reef.
Activity
Snorkeling with Whale Sharks
Available in 11 local islands
Experience open-water snorkeling with whale sharks.
Overview
Why is this experience really worth it?
Experience open-water snorkeling with whale sharks.
Embark on the ultimate bucket-list adventure: swimming alongside the largest fish in the sea. The Maldives is one of the few places on Earth where you can encounter Whale Sharks year-round in specific atolls.
These enormous, filter-feeding sharks are completely harmless to humans. Jumping into the deep blue ocean and swimming in parallel with a majestic 8-meter whale shark is a thrilling, adrenaline-pumping experience that will leave you speechless and deeply connected to the ocean.
Who it's for
This activity is for you if...
Perfect for you if
- ✔ You want to swim beside the largest fish in the sea
- ✔ You are a strong swimmer: you enter the water fast and swim a lot
- ✔ A ten-metre animal does not unsettle you: it eats plankton
- ✔ You accept hours on a boat for an encounter of a few minutes
It might not be for you if
- ✕ You tire quickly swimming, or deep water makes you uneasy
- ✕ You get seasick: this goes offshore
- ✕ You expect to see one for sure: no operator can promise that
Preview
Here is what you can expect
Where to do it
The best local islands for snorkeling with whale sharks
Not every island offers the same experience: here you will find the ones that make this activity easier, more beautiful and more memorable.
Mathiveri
Northern Ari Atoll (Alifu Alifu)
Famous for the spectacular uninhabited sandbank (pic-nic island) reachable by swimming. An oasis of pure tranquility in North Ari.
Ukulhas
Northern Ari Atoll (Alifu Alifu)
An eco-tourism pioneer in the Maldives, offering a magnificent continuous beach and a lagoon teeming with blacktip sharks and turtles.
Travel options
Packages that include this experience
If you want to enjoy snorkeling with whale sharks without having to figure out where and how to arrange it yourself, these are the most suitable options.
Trio of Wonders: The Best of Ari Atoll
14 nights - 13 days
A wandering adventure to discover three Maldivian pearls, exploring coral reefs, endless beaches, and the true life of the Ari Atoll.
- 3 islands to discover
Price per person from
2,210
€
Dhigurah Experience: Turtles, Mantas & Sunset Fishing
10 nights - 9 days
Dive with the giants of the Indian Ocean and experience the thrill of an authentic Maldivian adventure.
- For snorkelers
Price per person from
2,000
€
Sea + Excursions in Omadhoo
8 nights - 7 days
The complete package to discover the best of the Maldives in a single trip
- Open dates
Price per person from
1,690
€
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