Beginners Friendly Dive Trip
Guraidhoo Island, Maldives
Diver Requirements
- Minimum Open Water Diver certification required.
- At least 20 logged dives are recommended for certain sites.
- Dive Masters will advise on site suitability based on your experience.
Trip Type: Fun Diving | 26th February – 4th March 2027
Welcome to Guraidhoo
Experience the Maldives beyond the resorts.
Guraidhoo is a local Maldivian island where traditional island life meets incredible underwater exploration. Located in South Malé Atoll, it offers warm hospitality, local cuisine, beautiful lagoons and easy access to vibrant coral reefs and renowned dive sites.
With a relaxed island atmosphere and a range of diving experiences, Guraidhoo is a chance to slow down, connect with the ocean and discover another side of the Maldives.
Where You’ll Be Diving
Guraidhoo and South Malé Atoll
Explore reef systems and local dive sites around Guraidhoo, with access to more than 35 sites across the atoll. Depending on conditions and the dive plan, sites may include Cocoa Corner, Guraidhoo Corner and Kandooma Thila
House Reef and Boat Dives
New divers can experience house reef dives as part of their course, while certified divers can explore by boat with guided dives across the surrounding reefs.
Optional Alimatha Nurse Shark Dive
Add an optional nurse shark dive at Alimatha for an additional USD 60 per person. This experience is not included in the package and is subject to arrangements and conditions.
Itinerary
Arrival and Orientation
Arrive in Malé and take a speedboat transfer to Guraidhoo Island, approximately 40–45 minutes. Check in to your hotel, complete the orientation and equipment check, then spend the evening at leisure on the beach.
Dive Day One
Begin your underwater adventure. Students will complete two house reef dives, while certified divers will head out for two boat dives. Spend the evening relaxing by the beach.
Dive Day Two
Enjoy morning and afternoon dive sessions, with approximately three dives planned for the day.
Dive Day Three
Make the most of another day underwater with three dives planned: two daytime dives and one night dive, weather permitting.
Dive Day Four
Head out for two morning dives. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace, relaxing on the beach or exploring the island.
Departure
Take the morning boat transfer from Guraidhoo to Malé for your flight back to India.
Note: Itinerary subject to weather and safety considerations.
What You’ll experience
Accomodation
h78 Guraidhoo
Your island stay is at h78 Guraidhoo, a beachfront property that combines modern comfort with the character of local island life.
The brochure highlights ocean-view rooms, a rooftop bar with sunset views, a spa, an infinity pool and access to nearby diving, snorkelling and island activities.
Why divers love it:
- Stay: 5 nights / 6 days
- Meal plan: Breakfast included
- Room type: Twin-sharing basis
- Transfers: Speedboat transfers to and from Malé Airport included
Trip Pricing
Per diver, in INR. Each trip is booked separately.
Location 1
Kakaban Water Villa
26th Feb – 4th Mar (Twin Sharing)
₹ 2,200 USD + Taxes
- Stay in comfortable Sidau Cottages or scenic Kakaban Water Villas
- Direct access to Maratua’s crystal-clear lagoon
- Convenient on-site dive centre and boat departures
- Daily meals, refreshments, and sunset relaxation spaces
Location 1
Sidau Cottage
26th Feb – 4th Mar (Twin Sharing)
₹ 1,900 USD + Taxes
- Stay in comfortable Sidau Cottages or scenic Kakaban Water Villas
- Direct access to Maratua’s crystal-clear lagoon
- Convenient on-site dive centre and boat departures
- Daily meals, refreshments, and sunset relaxation spaces
Cost Breakdown
Standard Room (Twin Sharing): INR 1,19,000 + Taxes
Deluxe Room: Available on request. Ask us for upgrade options.
What’s Included
- 4N/5D at Seaventures Dive Rig (A/C Standard Room, twin-sharing)
- 3 meals daily + tea, coffee, and water
- Roundtrip transfers: Tawau – Semporna – Dive Rig
- ~14 dives, including 1 day at Sipadan (subject to permit)
- 1 night dive (certified divers only)
- Unlimited buddy dives on the house reef
- Tanks, weights, and belts
- Complimentary WiFi
What’s Not Included
- International flights & visa
- Dive gear rentals (BCD, fins, wetsuit, etc.)
- Sipadan permit fee (MYR 350 per diver/day)
- Sipadan entrance fee (MYR 100 per person/day)
- Dive computer (mandatory – rent or bring your own)
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, snacks
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, and tips
- Dive & travel insurance (mandatory)
Gear Rental
Let us know in advance to reserve gear.
Payment & Cancellation
Payment Terms
- 50% deposit to confirm
- Balance due by 10th May 2025
Cancellation Policy
- No refunds on cancellations or no-shows
- No refunds for missed dives/services
- All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable
Faqs
31st January – 5th February 2027 exploring Maratua, Kakaban and Sangalaki.
A minimum Open Water Diver certification is required. At least 20 logged dives are recommended for certain sites. Dive Masters will advise on site suitability based on your experience.
Yes. Dive insurance is mandatory for all Orca Dive Club trips. Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover emergencies, evacuations, cancellations, delays and lost belongings.
Yes. Night dives are optional and available at an additional cost, subject to availability and conditions.
30% advance is required to secure your spot, and the remaining 70% balance is payable 3 months before departure.
More than 6 months before departure: Full refund of the 30% advance, less bank charges. Between 6 and 3 months before departure: The 30% advance is non-refundable. Less than 3 months before departure: 100% of the trip payment is non-refundable. No-show or early departure: No refund.
Flights and visa fees, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, personal scuba diving equipment and rentals, DAN short-term dive insurance and travel insurance, Talisayan Whale Shark Trip, additional dives, night dives, dive guide and island service tips, additional hotel stays, meals and beverages outside the package, and personal or incidental expenses.
Yes. Regulators, BCDs, fins, masks, wetsuits, dive computers and other equipment are available at additional costs.
No. The optional Talisayan Whale Shark excursion costs USD 95 per person, subject to a minimum of 6 participants.
Yes. Dive sites and schedules may change due to weather, sea conditions or local regulations.