Haa Alifu / Hanifaru Bay
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The “Haa Alifu / Hanifaru Bay” route is a safari across five atolls in the northern Maldives: Haa Alifu, Haa Dhaalu, Shaviyani, Noonu, and Baa. The route connects the northernmost atoll of the archipelago with the Hanifaru Biosphere Reserve at Baa Atoll.
During the southwest monsoon period, high plankton concentration attracts countless manta rays to Hanifaru Bay — dozens of individuals feed simultaneously. Whale shark encounters are possible. The northern atolls of Haa Alifu and Haa Dhaalu offer pristine dive sites with no other divers. Shaviyani and Noonu are transitional atolls with diverse reefs.
What You'll See
Conditions
Season
May–November
Visibility
15–30 meters
Water Temperature
27–30°C
Level
Advanced Open Water
Duration
10 nights
Min. Dives
50
Useful Information
Best Season
January–April (northeast monsoon, best visibility)
Visa
Visa-free entry for up to 30 days for Russian citizens
How to Get There
Direct flights from Moscow (Aeroflot, 9 hours). Also via Dubai, Doha, Istanbul.
Climate
Tropical monsoon, 28–32°C year-round
Currency
Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR), USD widely accepted
Time Zone
UTC+5
