YKBI, Dharavandhoo

Diver Requirements

  • Open to beginners and certified divers
  • Ideal for those comfortable in water, with basic fitness, and interested in combining diving with wellness and recovery experiences

Trip Type: Fun Diving & Wellness Retreat | 21st – 26th August 2026

Welcome to Dharavandhoo

Where ocean meets movement.

 

Set within the UNESCO-recognised Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve, this exclusive Orca Dive Club × YKBI retreat takes place during peak manta season, offering unforgettable encounters with these gentle giants at Hanifaru Bay.

 

Curated scuba diving and snorkelling experiences are thoughtfully paired with guided Pilates and mindful movement, creating the perfect balance of adventure, recovery, and connection. Spend your mornings exploring vibrant reefs and your evenings restoring body and mind through purposeful movement.

 

More than a dive holiday, this immersive retreat celebrates the harmony between the ocean, movement, and wellbeing, leaving you refreshed both above and below the surface.

Where You’ll Be Diving

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Hanifaru Bay

A protected marine sanctuary known for seasonal manta ray aggregations in calm, plankton-rich waters, offering world-class snorkelling experiences.

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Baa Atoll Reefs

Coral reefs with strong biodiversity, featuring turtles, reef fish, and occasional pelagic sightings in clear, warm conditions.

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Local Island Dive Sites

Easy-access reefs and drop-offs around Dharavandhoo are suitable for both beginners and certified divers with relaxed conditions.

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Training & Exploration Sites

Calm, structured dive sites ideal for learning, progression, and comfortable guided diving experiences.

Itinerary

Note: Itinerary subject to change due to weather conditions and guidance from the local dive team

What You’ll experience

Manta Encounters

Peak season snorkelling with manta rays at Hanifaru Bay

Ocean Exploration

Guided scuba diving across vibrant reefs filled with diverse marine life. 

Movement & Pilates

Daily guided Pilates sessions focused on strength, mobility, and recovery. 

Mindful Recovery

A balanced rhythm of diving, movement, rest, and island wellness. 

Macro Life

Small reef critters, shrimps, and hidden marine species

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Accomodation

Land-Based Beachfront Stay

A boutique island stay across Aveyla and Biosphere Beach, designed for comfort, recovery, and proximity to both the ocean and dive operations.

Why guests love it

  • Beachfront access with calm island surroundings
  • Air-conditioned rooms with modern comforts
  • Close to the dive centre and snorkelling access points
  • Balanced stay combining comfort and local island charm
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Faqs

Yes. Both beginners and certified divers can participate.

Passport copy, basic personal details, and dive certification if applicable.

Yes. Snorkelling and Pilates sessions are open to non-divers.

Approximately 8 guided dives for diver packages.

USD preferred for local payments and personal expenses.

Sightings depend on natural conditions but August is peak season.

Yes, available at an additional daily cost.

Stay, meals, domestic transfers, dives or snorkelling, and wellness sessions.

Flights, taxes, gear rental, insurance, and personal expenses.

Yes, subject to local regulations and property guidelines.

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