Float

South Ari Atoll, Maldives

Float, in South Ari Atoll, has the usual Maldivian ingredients: warm water, plenty of pelagics, and a relaxed vibe. They run as a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort, so you’ll find all the standard courses here, from Open Water to Rescue Diver. We’ve found their boat dives to be well-organised, getting you out to those famed thila and channel dives with a decent chance of seeing manta rays or reef sharks. It’s a solid pick for divers looking for a reliable operation in a superb diving area, particularly if you appreciate the consistency that comes with a well-established PADI centre.