Aquafanatics @NH Havodda

Vaavu Atoll, Maldives

The team at Aquafanatics @NH Havodda are exactly who we want to dive with in Vaavu. They’re super relaxed, but run a tight ship when it comes to safety and finding the good stuff. We love that they focus on smaller groups, meaning you’re not just another diver in a crowded boat, jostling for a view of that grey reef shark gliding past. This approach really suits divers who want a bit more personalised attention, or those who appreciate a calmer pace and more time to really soak in a site. What really sets Aquafanatics apart is their intimate knowledge of Vaavu Atoll. We’ve been out with them to some of the famous thilas and channels, and they consistently put us on incredible drifts, right when the action starts. Think manta rays appearing out of the blue, unbothered, or schooling barracuda shimmering like liquid silver in the current. Their guides have an uncanny knack for spotting the tiny stuff too – nudibranchs camouflaged against a coral head, or a ghost pipefish swaying gently in the gorgonians. If you're looking to really explore Vaavu beyond the usual highlights, with guides who feel like old friends, Aquafanatics should be your pick.